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Treating Alzheimer's is job for some, calling for a few

More than one medical professional has said that a career in the field of Alzheimer’s and dementia isn’t something you choose – it chooses you.

That’s true for me, as readers of this column know. After taking care of my own parents for nearly two years, I opened BrightStar Care last summer to help seniors with daily activities so they can remain in their own homes. Many of the people who have come to work with me have similar experiences. read more...

Brain isn't a muscle, but improves with work: So just do it

We recently concluded a two-part series on “How the Brain Ages” with researchers from Wayne State’s Institute of Gerontology.

Not surprisingly, the program was nearly standing-room only at the War Memorial. Sponsored by BrightStar of Grosse Pointe / Southeast Macomb and Services for Older Citizens, the program offered interactive brain exercises and gave the audience practical information on how to give their brain a daily workout. read more...

No longer a daughter, but grateful for the mothering

One of my daughters’ favorite childhood picture books is “Owl Babies.” It’s a beautifully illustrated and simple story of three baby owls axiously awaiting the return of their mother from her nighttime hunt.

The youngest of the three, Bill, calls out repeatedly, “I want my mommy!” as the older two try to console and convince him – and themselves – that surely she’ll return. And of course, she does. read more...

After 89 years of a rich, full life, a time to say goodbye

One of my earliest memories of my mom was going with her and my little brothers to collect rent checks on my grandmother’s rental units in Detroit. I don’t remember actually ever getting the checks. But I do remember this, Mom was pregnant and she walked straight, head held high, with three of us in tow, all holding hands.

Years later I asked her about that particular errand and why Grandma Vita always asked her – with so many children – to be the rent collector. read more...

'Aging Well in America' takes a televised look at elder issues

Every day 7,000 people in this country turn 65, according to AARP. The 2010 U.S. Census reports that some 5.5 million people are 85 years or older. By 2050, about 20 million people in the U.S. will be 85 or older.

Are we ready? Is America ready? There is an incredible amount of research, planning and preparing for this population going on around the world – and right here in our own community. read more...

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