Alzheimer's Disease

The Alzheimer's Association Memory Walks are held all across the country every year in the fall. Part I is the story of my past seven years of Memory Walk participation, walking in memory of my mother, Jessie Lee Parris, 1916-1996.

Sep 4, 2004 - Brenda S. Parris

Former President Ronald Reagan did a brave and great thing when he shared his Alzheimer's diagnosis with the American people. Ten years later, as we honor his memory, we can reflect upon tremendous advances in awareness, education, and research.

Jun 25, 2004 - Brenda S. Parris

Suggested gardening projects as described by three major authors of Alzheimer's activities books.

Apr 30, 2004 - Brenda S. Parris

Discusses the benefits of gardens and gardening therapy for Alzheimer's patients.

Mar 1, 2004 - Brenda S. Parris

Part 1 describes some things my mother and I did together when I was her caregiver. Part 2, next month, will survey the literature for suggested activities for use with Alzheimer's patients.

Nov 30, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. This article tells the history, the progress made in the past twenty years as we have become more aware of this disease, and events that are planned by Alzheimer's Association chapters all across the country.

Oct 31, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

An overview of the Alzheimer's Association Web site and the services provided by it.

Sep 22, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

The history of the Alzheimer's Association and it's very important role in helping Alzheimer's patients and caregivers and in seeking a cure for this disease.

Jul 22, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

Familial Alzheimer's Disease, particularly as described in the book, "Will I Be Next?" which tells the story of Bea Gorman's family.

Jun 19, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

Suggestions for keeping Alzheimer's patients both safe and calm during natural disasters and discussion of the need for a disaster plan.

May 6, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

Tips for caregivers on protecting Alzheimer's patients from the emotionally disturbing news of war and avoiding the confusion, delusions, and hallucinations that it might bring on at some stages of the disease.

Mar 18, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

Tips for dealing with sundowning, or the confusion and agitation that Alzheimer's patients often experience in the late afternoons and evenings.

Feb 28, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

"Ten Absolutes of Caregiving for Alzheimer's Patients" as found on Dr. Robert Stall's Web site make a good New Year's resolution list for caregivers.

Jan 26, 2003 - Brenda S. Parris

Reflections on my Christmases with my mother as her caregiver and in the years since. Features a quote from an article by Tim Brennan, an early onset Alzheimer's patient, about the importance of keeping Christmas simple.

Dec 24, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

The third and final article telling the story of my Year to Remember... with My Mother and Alzheimer's Disease and since.

Nov 28, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

Part two of my article about my Year to Remember with My Mother and Alzheimer's Disease

Oct 31, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

It's hard to believe it's been eight years this fall since I moved in with my mother as her caregiver. This is the story of that year with her, my Year to Remember.

Sep 30, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

The Memory Walk, held in more than 400 communities across the U.S. each year in the fall, is the major fund-raising event of the Alzheimer's Association. It's an enjoyable event and a great way to make a difference while walking in memory of or in honor of someone who has Alzheimer's.

Aug 31, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

Findings of a study of missing dementia patients registered with the Alzheimer's Association's Safe Return and links to the application and other documents at the Association's site are presented along with some stories of the missing.

Jul 28, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

Could having a pet be good therapy for a person with Alzheimer's? A study indicated that it could, and visitation programs at nursing homes have proven the calming effect of pets on people with dementia.

Jun 29, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

The stories of some of the early-onset Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia patients who are active on the Internet, with their own web sites and in support group chats and email discussion groups.

May 27, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

Findings of a study of health behaviors of Alzheimer's caregivers which reported in Aging and Health in 1999, and from the Alzheimer's Association, seven steps to make sure that you are a healthy caregiver.

Apr 26, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

The story of the Nun's Study and what the findings have revealed about aging, Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

Mar 23, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

The latest Alzheimer's news as well as a look back at 1996 articles and the progress that has been made in researching treatment and early diagnosis of this disease.

Feb 22, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

A listing and discussion of the seven stages of Alzheimer's disease as found at the Washington University at St. Louis Alzheimer List site.

Jan 21, 2002 - Brenda S. Parris

Choosing a holiday gift for someone with Alzheimer's or a related dementia can be difficult. Ideas taken from writings by Stephanie Zeman make it much easier.

Dec 21, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

Tips for coping with the holidays as a caregiver are shared in articles by several writers at Caregiver.com. Also included are a healthy holiday recipe and a delightful poem.

Dec 5, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

The holidays aren't an easy time for Alzheimer's patients or their caregivers. This is part one of a series of articles exploring Internet links relating to Alzheimer's and the holidays.

Nov 24, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

Describes a few of the personal home pages begun by Alzheimer's caregivers begun since 1997.

Nov 13, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

Discussion of a study at Case Western Reserve University which indicated that staying active physically and mentally could possibly have an effect on whether a person develops Alzheimer's disease.

Nov 8, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

The Alzheimer's Association has given us Ten Warning Signs to recognize as symptoms of this disease. Recognizing these and getting a complete medical examination helps patients get the early diagnosis that is so important to both the person with Alzheimer's and the caregiver.

Oct 31, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

A history of some of the first personal home pages by Alzheimer's caregivers, 1995-1996.

Oct 23, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris

Alzheimer's disease definition, statistics, history, and outlook for the future, and how the Alzheimer's Association serves family caregivers.

Oct 9, 2001 - Brenda S. Parris