Indianapolis Discovery Network for Dementia

12/03/2020

Learn how to balance busy holiday activities with everyday care for a person with Alzheimer's disease.

07/28/2020

Important information

It’s a common misconception that dehydration is easy to detect and easy to prevent.

06/04/2020

Tayler Gowan has been a part of the TACTICs team for over a year as an interventionist delivering weekly supportive phone calls to participants.

Call (317) 274-9116 to learn more about enrolling in the study.

06/01/2020

If you are a caregiver or know a caregiver, please consider participating in the TACTICs study.

We are currently enrolling caregivers of adults with dementia! Participation is FREE - we are testing programs that may be helpful in managing the challenges associated with caregiving. Call us today to learn more! 317-274-9116

04/28/2020

The other day a conversation came up between my teenaged niece and myself about behaviors in Alzheimer's disease. Basically her question was WHY did she her grandmother act a certain way, and this was how I explained it to her. There are probably more "triggers" but these are definitely "The Big 3".

~Kelly "Together we can make a difference."

03/21/2020

Get information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias from the Alzheimer's Association.

03/02/2020

02/27/2020

A wide variety of people and organizations working to improve the lives of people with Alzheimer’s and those who love and care for them: Get a quick snapshot of all the work happening in episode 10 of The Problem. https://regenstrief.in/2TjZz5o

01/27/2020

Screening for and diagnosing Alzheimer’s and dementia can be challenging for both the care provider and the patient. In episode 6 of The Problem podcast from Regenstrief, learn why so many people are reluctant to be screened and how one clinic is taking steps to offer support to their patients when delivering a diagnosis. Listen here. https://regenstrief.in/37mwFaB
Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter, Eskenazi Health. Indiana University School of Medicine

01/16/2020

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/tips-living-alone-early-stage-dementia?utm_source=NIA+Main&utm_campaign=798c35515d-20200116_caregivingearlydementia&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ffe42fdac3-798c35515d-7505125

These tips for people living alone with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia are designed to help people cope with changes in memory and thinking, prepare for the future, and stay active.

01/09/2020

People with Alzheimer’s disease face many challenges. Even navigating their own home can become difficult or even dangerous. Learn about the experience of patients and the effort to make sure all populations are included in dementia research in episode 5 of The Problem Podcast from Regenstrief. https://regenstrief.in/39UE9Dh
CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions, Indiana University School of Medicine

12/20/2019

Relationships between adult children and their parents can fray with age. Experts offer help on how loved ones can preserve the love and negotiate those tension-filled final years.

12/20/2019

16 million people in the U.S. provide unpaid care to a loved one with Alzheimer’s. Learn about the research being conducted to help people in the challenging role of caregiver in episode 4 of The Problem podcast from Regenstrief. https://regenstrief.in/2Z6ySn7

12/16/2019

Family caregivers and people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease are at risk for increased stress during the holidays – but holiday visits can be a joyous time with adjusted expectations and careful planning.

11/21/2019

People living with Alzheimer’s and dementia face many challenges in their community. Learn more about the difficulties and how you can get involved in initiatives to help improve quality of life for people with the disease. Listen to season 2, episode 2 of “The Problem” podcast from Regenstrief featuring CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions, Dementia Friends Indiana, Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter and Regenstrief aging experts. https://regenstrief.in/2XKkGzL

11/21/2019

https://mailchi.mp/nih.gov/5-holiday-tips-for-alzheimers-caregivers?e=03cc3189f7

09/03/2019

Mark your calendars! The next IDND meeting will be Tuesday September 17 from 6-8pm at the Regenstrief Institute. Dr Corby Bubp will presenting on Collaborative research ideas between Brain Performance and Psychology Center and Indiana University

08/10/2019

I know it's easier said than done, but so important for you and your loved one.

Are there any other ideas of "self-care" you can think of? Simple things, 15 minutes in the sun? Books? Your favorite candles or windchimes? Whatever helps keep you grounded and safe through this crazy journey... 💜 ~Kelly "Together we can make a difference."