Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills.
In-studio guests:
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Kim Nelson-Blackburn, MSW, LCSW, Care Consultant for Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Indiana
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Alan Schmitt, MD, Neurologist at IU Health Ball Memorial
Segment features:
- Alpha Center Adult Day Services
- Ball State University Student Chapter, Music and Memory
- Connie Clary, a personal story of Alzheimer’s caregiving
Resources:
- Alpha Center Adult Day Services (765) 286-2800
- Alzheimer’s Association 24-hour Helpline: 1.800.272.3900
- Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
- Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Indiana Chapter
- Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Resource Center- Indiana State Dept. of Health
- Alzheimer’s Resource Services-IU Health, Bloomington
- Ball State University Music and Memory Student Chapter (765) 285-1480
- Indiana Care Planning Council-Indiana Alzheimer’s Facilities
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- How to Choose a Memory Care Unit
- Questions to Ask About Memory Care
- How to Choose Alzheimer’s Care
- Alzheimer’s Dementia Residential Facilities
MORE INFORMATION:
Dottie Kreps, Producer/Director
800-252-9472 or dkreps@nullbsu.edu