Tag: dementia
Seniors: Shining a spotlight on cognitive decline
By Jessica Fredericksen
Amidst COVID-19, cancer and cardiac disease, few people recognize one of the other major public health issues – cognitive decline. When people...
Dementia Friendly Alexandria strives to educate the community
By Jane King
Dementia can be a mystery to people who may not know how to react when they encounter someone with the disease. This...
Seniors: Alzheimer’s disease is the nation’s sixth leading cause of death
By Cindy Leach Schelhorn
“My grandma has dementia. She can’t read or play with us like she used to. It makes me sad. I want...
Seniors: City to hold conference for caregivers
By Debbie Luddington
Are you caring for a family member or loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other medical problems? Is it a struggle at...
Letter to the Editor: Alzheimer’s crisis needs new governor’s attention
Since the start of the gubernatorial election many issues important to the people of Virginia
have taken center stage, but one deserves more attention from...
