Caregiving in a time of Coronavirus
A message from your Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center We are addressing this to all the family members and friends who provide care for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and similar...
New Study Reveals Patients with Depression Value Friends and Family Who Can “Be There” for Them
But how can loved ones “be there” while also practicing physical distancing in light of COVID-19? “If you love someone, the greatest gift you can give them is your presence.” -Thich Nhat...
Cuidar de alguien en tiempos del Coronavirus
Un mensaje de su Centro de Alzheimer Este documento es para todas las personas que cuidan de un ser querido con Alzheimer o enfermedades similares. Los cuidados que usted proporciona son vitales...
Caregiving in a time of Coronavirus
A message from your Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center We are addressing this to all the family members and friends who provide care for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and similar...
Caregiver Corner: Celebrating the holidays with a family member who has dementia
For many, the end of a year brings festive celebrations, time with family and a holiday from the demands of daily life. However, for those caring for a family member with dementia, the holidays can...
Signs and Symptoms of Pituitary Tumors
Article originally published in the Summer 2019 Connections quarterly newsletter. Advanced imaging is catching more pituitary tumors than ever before. Often these tumors — once thought to...
Meet Neurologist Dr. Aimee Pierce
Article originally published in the Summer 2019 Alzheimer’s Update Meet Dr. Aimee Pierce! A native from Eugene, Oregon, Dr. Pierce began her training at Columbia University before completing her...
Caregiver Corner: Introducing a formal caregiver
Article originally published in the Summer 2019 Alzheimer’s Update Family members often ask us for tips on how to introduce a formal caregiver to their family member who has dementia. At some...
Online Monitoring Tech Examines How Financial Behaviors Change with Age
Dr. Kathy Wild has been providing neuropsychological evaluations and caregiver support at the Layton Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease Center for over 30 years. Dr. Wild is the principal investigator...
Memoir of a Stroke Survivor: Michelle’s Story
At 42, Michelle Cristiani did not expect to survive a stroke. The mom of three was active, busy, and most importantly, young. “Oh, you’re too young to have a stroke,” they said. One...