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  Sometimes the first sign isn’t dramatic. It’s a feeling. A missed word. A forgotten appointment. A sense that your mind isn’t moving quite the way it used to. If you still have insight—if you’re aware that something may be changing—that is not something to ignore. It’s actually a powerful advantage. Acting early can open doors to better care, clearer answers, and more options. So what should you look for, and what should you do? What to Watch For Occasional forgetfulness is normal. But these patterns are worth paying attention to: Memory changes that disrupt daily life (not just misplacing keys, but forgetting important events or repeating questions) Word-finding difficulty that happens more often or becomes frustrating Trouble following familiar tasks (recipes, bills, routines) Losing track of time or getting disoriented in familiar places Increased mental effort for things that used to feel easy Subtle withdrawal from conversations or activities If you’re not...

  It is very easy if you are taking care of your loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia to fall into a depression. This depression can put a major risk to your health, and if you are depressed you will not be a good caregiver for your loved one either. Check Your Mood Elevator Before sharing what you can do to reenergize your positivity and power, an important capability is knowing when you need to be uplifted.    There is a simple tool that can help immensely with this; it is called the “Mood Elevator”.   The “Mood Elevator” was created by Larry Senn, a leading consultant, and author in the field of Leadership.   Larry Senn created the “Mood Elevator” to help leaders know when they have the needed positive energy or “mood” to be effective and when they don’t.    The higher buttons on the Mood Elevator are states that include “being grateful”, “insightful” “creative”, “resourceful”, and “hopeful”.   If you do a gut or feeling...

  Congratulations to Mark Wilson for  Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care  being selected as the best book in health for the Winter Pinnacle Achievement Book competition. Book Description: Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care offers a powerful and practical roadmap for family caregivers who want more than just survival-they want their loved ones to thrive. When leadership expert Mark left a 20-year corporate career to care for his mother with Alzheimer's, he approached caregiving with the same breakthrough mindset that had driven his professional success. The result was nothing short of extraordinary: his mother experienced more joy, better health, and greater longevity than anyone thought possible. Part memoir and part how-to guide, this compelling book blends personal reflection with research-based insights and practical tools that help families transform their Alzheimer's care experience. Readers will find detailed guidance on how to: Design a daily routine that supports physica...