Research has clearly shown that cheese is the most protective food against age-related cognitive decline and red wine improves brain function.(1) This ranks amongst some of the best news I’ve recently received. Don’t Cut the […]
An ineffective memory may be one of my most frustrating outcomes from my brain injury. My memory has improved over this last year, but it’s still far from where it once was. I’m starting to […]
Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) is a naturally produced protein that directly improves both memory and cognitive function, and we can increase our BNDF levels with simple lifestyle and nutritional choices. After 9 months of […]
We had an amazing Labor Day weekend – we stayed at Isaak Walton Inn, an historic lodge near Glacier National Park that, to this day, lacks modern amenities such as internet and cell service. Not […]
I know it’s been a while since I’ve posted. It’s been a rough few weeks. Mom passed away Saturday before last. Each time I’ve tried to write, the words have been slow to come. I’ve […]
Dementia can proceed slow and steady, or it can often have steep inclines. I’ve recently learned that when we’re immersed in our environment day-in and day-out, we don’t always see the continued changes as clearly […]
Respite stays are a true blessing to caregivers, and can help to restore depleted energy, improve our attitudes, and enhance our ability to be the very best version of ourselves with our patient. As I […]
I finally called Hospice. My girlfriend and my cousin have both been gently urging me to do this for some time now. I’m not sure why the call was so hard for me to finally […]
My family has seen brain injuries in three generations. Interestingly enough, it’s been in reverse order. First was my son, then me, then my mother. I’ve learned much more than anyone (other than a doctor) […]
But I’m really not. I have good days. I have bad days. And I have a whole lot of in-between days… But my brain injury was four years ago, and I’ve adapted well. I’ve learned […]
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