Dementia or Life Distractions? 

How Do You Know

Roshini Rajkumar host of News and Views on WCCO Radio interviewed Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks, the #1 Influencer online for Alzheimer’s disease according to Dr Oz and Sharecare.  Today they discussed a few symptoms pertaining to early diagnosis, stigmas and some resources.  Below we have listed the links for the your convenience. Click the link to listen to Roshini’s interview with Lori.  To go directly to Lori’s interview with Roshini, go to about 19 minutes on the show.

For Additional Resources go to:

Click Here to find an Alzheimer’s Association in your country

Alzheimer’s Disease International for the World Alzheimer’s Report 2012.  Below is the fantastic video ADI did on removing stigmas of Dementia.

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The Alzheimer’s Association website and review their  10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s. Here you will find an easy format the top ten symptoms with a brief description of what is normal and what should be looked into further.  This comes in a great format to share with your Doctors called- Doctor’s Appointment Checklist.  While on this page make sure to open the Principles for a Dignified Diagnosis.  

You can always call the Alzheimer’s Association at:   24/7 Helpline:  1.800.272.3900

Check out Dr. Oz and Sharecares Top 10 Influencers on Alzheimer’s List just released November 5th, 2012.

Go to Alzheimer’s Speaks to get several FREE  TOOLS.  Just click on the free tools button on in the upper right hand corner.  If you are interested in becoming a Dementia Friendly Business we would love to share with you how your company can make a difference to those with memory loss.