November 20, 2024, Press Release from the Alzheimer’s Association: TOLEDO, OH, Nov. 20, 2024—The Alzheimer’s Association has scheduled a free, virtual program, “Strategies for Surviving the Holidays” on Tues., Dec. 3 at 12:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration is recommended. To register, call the Alzheimer's Association's 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. Free educational programs and support groups are offered monthly throughout Northwest Ohio. Visit www.alz.org/crf and search by zip code to find scheduled local programs.

On Sunday, most of us will have to turn the clocks back an hour to mark the end of daylight saving time. Although some might struggle with the change because it gets darker earlier, most sleep experts welcome it. “The change from daylight saving time back to standard time is the better one for our sleep, and it's not because people think we gain an hour of sleep,” explained Alicia Roth, PhD, a sleep psychologist for Cleveland Clinic. “It's because we're going back to standard time, which scientists and researchers in the sleep world all agree is the better time for our bodies.” Dr. Roth said standard time is better aligned with our natural sleep-wake cycle. That’s because more light in the morning signals that it’s time to wake up – while the darkness earlier in the evenings helps our bodies produce melatonin to fall asleep. If you struggle with it getting darker earlier, you can try adjusting your sleep schedule, if possible, to get the most out of the daylight hours. Dr. Roth stressed we’ve already made it past the harder time change in the spring, and it shouldn’t be difficult for our bodies to adapt back to standard time.

October 29, 2024, Press Release from the Alzheimer's Association: TOLEDO, OH, Oct. 28, 2024—The time will change in Ohio on Nov. 3, falling back one hour. This signifies the shortening of light every day, which can present challenges for those who are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia, as well as their families and caregivers. Changes in the season and thus the amount of daylight may cause confusion and behavior challenges for those impacted by Alzheimer’s or another dementia. “Families may notice that their loved one is increasingly confused about the day or time, and that confusion could make them wander,” said Pam Myers, senior director, programs for the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio and Central Ohio Chapters. “In addition, as it will get darker every day in the fall and winter, those living with Alzheimer’s may experience sundowning, even if they haven’t before.”

October 17, 2024, Press Release from the Alzheimer's Association: TOLEDO, OH, Oct. 17, 2024—1.4 million people nationwide live with Lewy body dementia (LBD) according to the Lewy Body Dementia Association. The critical need for more attention, research, and treatments for people with dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB). DLB is the second most common type of progressive dementia. There are no treatments that can slow or stop the brain cell damage caused by dementia with Lewy bodies. Current strategies focus on helping with symptoms.

The workshop for children is from 6:00-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2024, in the G. Gilbert Cloyd Student Commons on the lower level of Galvin Hall at Ohio State Lima. The facilitator training is from 4-8 p.m., Monday, October 14, in the G. Gilbert Cloyd Student Commons on the lower level of Galvin Hall.

September 26, 2024, Press Release from Grand Lake Health System: Grand Lake Rehab and the Parkinson’s Support Group will be hosting a free com…

Alzheimer's and other dementias take more lives in the United State than breast and prostate cancers combined and the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is holding a series of walks to fund research to help end the disease.

The Lima Rotary Club is learning how to deal with some of the challenges of Alzheimer's and dementia. An expert from Kessler Estates gave a presentation to the club on effective communication with people who have a disease that impacts their memory and cognitive function. Difficulty understanding and being understood can be one of the biggest sources of stress for caregivers and their loved ones. Instead of getting frustrated, experts say to keep the conversation positive, speak slowly, and use clear and simple language. It's also important to be an active listener.

LIMA, OH (WLIO) - A local senior living facility raised money to fight a disease that impacts many of their residents.