This document provides a summary of various topics related to brain health, caregiving, and dementia. It includes information on technologies to help monitor loved ones, research on biomarkers for early Alzheimer's detection, mind-body practices like Qigong that may support brain health, and notices about upcoming listening sessions to provide input on the state's dementia care plan. The bulletin is published by the Aging and Disability Resource Center Southwest Wisconsin as a resource for caregivers and those interested in brain health topics.
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Brain Health Bulletin #15
1. Brain Health Bulletin
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From Dementia Care Specialists ADRC Southwest Wisconsin Jan 25, 2023
2. Disclaimer
Reference in this Brain Health Bulletin to any
specific commercial products, processes, or
services, or the use of any trade, firm, or
corporation name is for the information and
convenience of the public, and does not
constitute endorsement, recommendation, or
favoring by the ADRC, or its officers, employees
or agents.
4. Theora Care™ is the first to provide situational awareness to caregivers of loved
ones with memory impairment or other elder issues.
Our intuitive, cost-effective products provide valuable, communications,
location, and condition information about loved ones to help care partners
better understand what is happening when they are not there.
Whether it’s a stylish wristwatch, or an unobtrusive sensor system, Theora Care
enables care partners to provide better care with more information around how,
where and when a loved one might need attention.
Source: https://theoracare.com/
Technology
5. ZIBRIO had its genesis in the US Space Program and uses machine learning to
establish patterns of stability and instability via a one-minute standing test with
eyes open. It is simple enough to be self-administered by the user, and
streamlined to also fit into a doctor’s checkup visit. The scale also measures
weight. The balance score is a number between 1-10. 1-3 indicate an increased
risk of falling. 7 or above means good balance.
Source: https://www.zibrio.com/
Technology
6. Play More, Reach for More, Achieve More
Boost everyone’s day with hundreds of customizable, skill-building activities
that motivate your residents to reach their therapy goals, keep them active and
healthy.
Mitigate the risks of social isolation with RESTORE-Skillls
From the safety of their rooms, residents can play remotely with their loved
ones, connect with other residents in the skilled nursing facility for a group
activity, and even participate in live, nationwide gaming tournaments - without
noticing the effort they are putting into the session.
Source: https://restoreskills.com/
Technology
7. 2 cups dried black-eyed peas (*see note for swaps)
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed, halved, and sliced into thin strips
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
Water to cover
1 large tomato, diced (about 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
4 large kale leaves, slivered
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
olive oil for drizzling
Rinse peas and discard any stones. Place the dried black-eyed peas in a pot and quick
soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse the peas before proceeding with the recipe. See the
notes section for soaking the peas.
Place the soaked peas, onion, garlic, fennel, carrots, celery, and tomato in the slow
cooker. Cover the beans and vegetables with enough water to cover by 1 to 2 inches.
Then add the tomato paste, bay leaves, and salt.
Cover with the slow cooker lid and cook on LOW for about 7 to 8 hours (or until the
peas are soft). I like to check the soup for about 4 hours. About 15 to 20 minutes
before the soup is done, add the kale leaves and fresh dill. Cook until the kale is soft.
Season with salt and pepper as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, drizzle with olive oil and serve.
Slow Cooker Ikarian Stew with Black Eyed Peas
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Source: https://www.31daily.com/longevity-ikarian-stew/
MIND Diet Recipe
8. Research
Updates
Blood-Based Markers May Reveal Alzheimer Disease Ten Years Before Symptoms
Show. Alzheimer disease begins decades before any symptoms, such as memory loss,
start to show. Consequently, early diagnosis increases the chances of slowing the
disease down with drugs. A new study on an inherited form of the disease shows that
a protein called GFAP is a possible biomarker for very early stages of the disease. The
study could one day lead to an earlier detection of this serious and common disease.
New study links hearing loss with dementia in older adults. Findings highlight
potential benefit of hearing aid. A new study has found that older adults with greater
severity of hearing loss were more likely to have dementia, but the likelihood of
dementia was lower among hearing aid users compared to non-users.
Ten-minute scan enables detection and cure of the commonest cause of high blood
pressure. Doctors have used a new type of CT scan to light up tiny nodules in a
hormone gland and cure high blood pressure by their removal. The nodules are
discovered in one-in-twenty people with high blood pressure.
HRT could ward off Alzheimer's among at-risk women. Hormone Replacement
Therapy (HRT) could help prevent Alzheimer's Dementia among women at risk of
developing the disease -- according to new research.
Newly discovered anatomy shields and monitors brain. Researchers describe a
previously unknown component of brain anatomy that acts as both a protective
barrier and platform from which immune cells surveil the brain for infection and
inflammation.
Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/mind_brain/dementia/
9. C U L T U R A L L Y R E S P O N S I V E
R E S O U R C E S
10. Check out The Resilient Caregiver Podcast!
Make sure to subscribe to catch all of our
interviews with amazing experts who can
empower you be resilient during your journey
of caregiving!
Learn more at
https://anchor.fm/theresilientcaregiver
11. Qigong originated in China about 4,000 years ago. One study found that
qigong could reduce symptoms of depression. In this study, those who
practiced qigong also experienced less anxiety and better moods as
compared to those who didn’t.
Qigong was also shown to have positive effects on bone and cardiovascular
health and improve balance. In a study, 64 people with chronic fatigue
experienced improvements in their symptoms after four months of
practicing qigong. They had better mental functioning and less fatigue than
those who didn’t. If you’re tired all the time, and your doctor has ruled out
any medical conditions, qigong could help.
A review of several studies found that qigong had a noticeable impact on
immune functioning. It increased levels of certain immune cells in people
who practiced it regularly.
Source: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-are-the-health-benefits-of-qigong/
One of our subscribers reached out
mentioning Qigong may be helpful for brain
health! We're including some information
about it here!
12. Make sure to Like and Follow the
Dementia Care Specialist Page on
Facebook @adrcswwi.dementia! If you
have any friends or clients who would
benefit from getting information about
how to be a resilient caregiver, please
recommend this page to them!
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14. Want to let your voice be heard as the State of
Wisconsin prepares its 2024-2028 Dementia Plan?
Attend a listening session on
January 20, 2023 12:30pm-1:30pm
or
February 10, 2023 12:30pm-1:30pm
You can also attend via this Zoom link:
January:
https://gchsd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqduuqrz8tGNOmICTU4rGIbJhBu7
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February https://gchsd.zoom.us/j/82719370013
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23. Questions?
Want a brain wellness check? Reach out
today at
(800) 514-0066
bbeam@gchsd.org
bbiddick@gchsd.org
24. Disclaimer
Reference in this Brain Health Bulletin to any
specific commercial products, processes, or
services, or the use of any trade, firm, or
corporation name is for the information and
convenience of the public, and does not
constitute endorsement, recommendation, or
favoring by the ADRC, or its officers, employees
or agents.