You can access a free recording of the online webinar “Younger Onset Alzheimer’s Disease and Importance of Community Support” held on September 16, 2024. This recording is a part of the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center webinar series sponsored by the Administration of Community Living. “Living with younger onset Alzheimer’s disease brings difficult adjustment […]
Lorenzo’s Youth Summit is on June 14th & June 15th! A free virtual worldwide event, the Summit is designed by youth – for youth of a parent living with younger-onset dementia. Over 30 young people have come together to help organize the event with the goal to unite children, teens and young adults of a
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Young people whose lives have been impacted by a loved one diagnosed with dementia are invited to join Lorenzo’s House today, Friday, June 2nd on Chicago’s Michigan Avenue (The Mag Mile), for an evening of Connection & Light! For more information and to register, click on the link below: https://lorenzoshouse.org/news-events/
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CALLING ALL HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS, THOSE LIVING WITH OR AFFECTED BY YOUNGER-ONSET DEMENTIA, & INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE! Please bring your questions, experience and ideas to share with our expert panelist! Click here to register today:
Register today for the younger-onset dementia workshop sponsored by Elderwerks and Lorenzo’s House!
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Lorenzo’s House was founded on one single love story – amid thousands, about how a younger-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis touches a family.
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Early-onset Alzheimer’s disease occurs between a person’s 30s to mid-60s. It is rare, representing less than 10 percent of all people who have Alzheimer’s. People with this disorder are younger than those with late-onset Alzheimer’s and face different issues, such as dealing with disability at work, raising children, and finding the right support groups. This resource
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Many studies suggest that our diet may affect the aging brain’s ability to think and remember. These findings have led to research on general eating patterns and whether they might make a difference. One diet that shows promising evidence of health benefits is the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes eating fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish,
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Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and cognitive health? Learn about new and featured studies below or search for clinical trials and studies near you with the Alzheimers.gov Clinical Trials Finder. New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details and contact information. Biomarkers and Diagnostics Alzheimer’s Disease Proteins in the Brain
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University of Wisconsin-Madison , March 2, 2022 We are thrilled to share the news “Determined: Fighting Alzheimer’s” will premiere on the PBS series NOVA Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 8 p.m. CT. Watch a preview now. Filmed over five years, DETERMINED is an independent documentary portraying the stories of three women and their decision to participate in Alzheimer’s
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