The Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative encourages those in our network to join the following upcoming events: Continue reading
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New England Chapters of Alzheimer’s Association Collaborate on Local COVID-19 Resources, Events
The Alzheimer’s Association New England regional chapters have developed resources to help those with Alzheimer’s and dementia and their caregivers navigate the challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis. The organizations have also included information on their advocacy efforts, and ways you can get involved in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Continue reading
AARP, WAM Release Report on the Status of Women and Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Brain Health
A new report released by AARP and the Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement (WAM) synthesizes years of data and findings to help explain why women are disproportionately affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Continue reading
Upcoming Healthy Aging Webinars and Virtual Meetings
Please see the following webinars and virtual meetings to support age- and dementia friendly communities. Continue reading
Alzheimer’s Association Shares Virtual Programs and Tips for Dementia Caregivers During COVID-19
The Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH has developed virtual programs to assist people living with dementia and their caregivers during the COVID-19 epidemic. Continue reading
Alzheimer’s Association Shares Latest Data on Prevalence and Cost
Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, an annual report released by the Alzheimer’s Association®, reveals the burden of Alzheimer’s and dementia on individuals, caregivers, government and the nation’s health care system, including the latest Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, mortality and costs of care data. Continue reading
Guest Blog Post: Memory Cafes Provide a Place for Friends to Stay Connected
One of the many special aspects of memory cafés is that they provide a way for friends to spend time together. Continue reading
Dementia Friendly America Features Webinar on Age-and Dementia Friendly Alignment
Recently, Dementia Friendly America hosted an hour-long webinar that featured the MA Age-Dementia Friendly Integration Tool Kit. Continue reading
Humans Of Dementia: An Intergenerational Storytelling Contest
The nonprofit organization Hilarity for Charity – with support from AARP, Generations United, Memory Well, and the National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) – is announcing a writing contest for high school and college students from across the U.S. and Canada to pen the best profile of someone who is living with or who has passed from Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. Continue reading
MHAC Partner Beth Soltzberg of JF&CS Gives TEDx Presentation on Memory Cafes
MHAC is excited and proud to pass along a TEDx Talk presentation from one of our partners and Advisory Council members, Beth Soltzberg who directs the Alzheimer’s/Related Disorders Family Support Program at Jewish Family & Children’s Service in Waltham. Continue reading