I’d like to begin with an update: The South Shore Plymouth Walk to End Alzheimer’s raised nearly $323,000! Of this, our office raised $516. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of you who contributed. As always, the money will go toward raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and, ultimately, to...
Myths and Misconceptions about Alzheimer’s Disease
Last time, I discussed the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and my upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Now I’d like to clear up some common misunderstandings about this terrible disease.
Myth: Alzheimer’s and dementia are the same.
Dementia is a general term that refers to a decline in mental ability severe enough to impact daily...
Please Join Me in Supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
I'll be walking in beautiful Nelson Memorial Park on Saturday, September 24.
I'm walking for my grandmother, my clients, and for all of us who will be there someday. I'm walking to help reclaim the future for millions.
By participating in the 2022 Alzheimer's...
Thank you for supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Thank you so much for your donation to my Walk to End Alzheimer’s® fundraising efforts! Your generosity will help the Alzheimer’s Association® provide care and support to all those facing Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, and advance critical research.
Your gifts helped me exceed my goal. We raised $545...
“Live Well, Age Well” Education Series with Norwell Senior Center
Live Well, Age Well
Education Series with Norwell Council on Aging
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Education Series with Norwell Council on Aging
None of us can escape aging, but the choices we make throughout life can influence how well we live as we age. The Norwell Council on Aging is excited to begin the “Live Well, Age Well” initiative, offering a...
Please join me in supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
I’ll be walking in beautiful Nelson Memorial Park on Saturday, September 25.
I’m walking for my grandmother, my clients, and for all of us who will be there someday. I’m walking to help reclaim the future for millions.
By participating in the 2021 Alzheimer’s...
E-Newsletter: Useful Info During COVID
Following is the text of our recent e-newsletter. If you would like us to add you to our e-newsletter mailing list, please visit our homepage.
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Dear Friends,
This is our second newsletter during these interesting COVID times. The first newsletter offered legal information. This one shares useful info, plus something beautiful. You can revisit our...
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Elder Care Workshop Series at Norwell Public Library
Getting older? Taking care of someone who is? Come to this series to learn some helpful tips from local Elder Services professionals.
Wednesday, March 15:
“Learn to Speak Alzheimereze”
Discover tips to work with a person who is changing before your eyes and to learn to speak 'Alzheimereze.'
Presented by Alzheimer’s coach Beverly Moore.
Wednesday, March 29:
“Hospital to Home”
Understand...
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Elder Care Workshop Series at Norwell Public Library
Getting older? Taking care of someone who is? Come to this three-part series to learn some helpful tips from local Elder Services professionals.
Wednesday, March 8:
“Who Can Help Me?”
Find out how to access elder services in your community.
Presented by Susan Curtin, Director at Norwell Council on Aging.
“Elder Law 101”
Get to know the basics...
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Cohasset Alzheimer’s Association Presentation on Dementia-Related Behaviors
This looks like a good presentation coming up soon in Cohasset. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association, participants will learn how to "decode" what an Alzheimer's patient is trying to express through their behavior. For example, someone lashing out verbally might be doing so because they are frustrated that they are cold but...
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