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- 1. Brain Health Bulletin V O L U M E 1 5 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 Ingredients Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 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!
- 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 rkFowy February https://gchsd.zoom.us/j/82719370013
- 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.