Never stop learning. It’s one of the best tips regarding aging well. It applies to both children and adults and there’s a great reason why. I repeat over and again to exercise our brains. How we do this looks different at 20, 50 or 80 years old. But the principle is the same: keep those … Read more
Memorial. It’s a noun which means “something meant to keep remembrance alive”, according to Merriam-Webster dictionary. Isn’t that what we’re all trying to do with our memory wellness? We’re desperate to live and change our behavior to keep the remembrance of our lives, alive. But on this day, it’s about something else. It’s about remembering … Read more
The darkness of Alzheimer’s and dementia can be oppressive. But it doesn’t have to be. Many lights are shining into this darkness if only we search for them. I found many lights while sharing and learning at the WI State Alzheimer’s Conference a few weeks ago from other professionals, caregivers and those with Alzheimer’s. The … Read more
The road wasn’t even visible on my car’s GPS map. Yet my phone’s map was directing me down this road to lead me home. Traveling this road after presenting and attending the WI State Alzheimer’s Association Convention last week reminded me of a lesson from both my GPS and those with Alzheimer’s. We don’t always … Read more
The road wasn’t even visible on my car’s GPS map. Yet my phone’s map was directing me down this road to lead me home. Traveling this road after presenting and attending the WI State Alzheimer’s Association Convention last week reminded me of a lesson from both my GPS and those with Alzheimer’s. We don’t always … Read more
Happy Anniversary! Yes, it’s our anniversary! Whether you’ve just joined our group of memory caring friends or have been here from its inception (you know who you are), it’s time to celebrate! MemoryMinders is celebrating our 7th anniversary! This all began with an idea from a friend along with the encouragement and faith of a … Read more