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'Landmark' study projects 187% increase in people living with dementia in Canada by 2050, stresses urgent need to work collaboratively toward equity, diversity and inclusion in research, prevention and care

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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The Landmark Study: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada is the second of three volumes detailing the demographic, social and economic impact of dementia in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • The Landmark Study: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada is the second of three volumes detailing the demographic, social and economic impact of dementia in Canada.
  • With the rapid rise of Canada's aging population, the study projects that the number of people living with dementia in the country will increase by 187% by 2050.
  • "We have to work together to make diversity and inclusion part of a more holistic approach to dementia prevention and management," said Natasha Jacobs, Advisory Group Lead, Alzheimer Society of Canada.
  • In 2020, an estimated 61.8% of persons living with dementia in Canada were female and more than half of care partners were women.

Free Training Programs for San Bernardino County Caregivers Address Need for Specialized Skills on Alzheimer's Care and Climate-Related Emergency Preparedness

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Free training courses are launching this January for caregivers in San Bernardino County.

Key Points: 
  • SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Free training courses are launching this January for caregivers in San Bernardino County.
  • Caregivers can enroll in one of three programs: IHSS Essentials, Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD), and Caregiver Resiliency / Emergency Preparedness.
  • The Caregiver Resiliency course will help caregivers with climate-related emergency preparedness and response and how to recover from post-disaster trauma.
  • "It is important for in-home caregivers to have training programs available so we can provide quality care.

When It Comes to Family Caregiving, Women Bear the Burden in New York: AARP NY Report

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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ALBANY, N.Y., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in New York State are nearly twice as likely than men to be caregivers for a loved one, according to a new report by AARP New York that also finds women in New York age 40 and older who are currently providing care are likely to be 58 years old and caring for their 80-year-old mother, helping with a wide range of daily living assistance from shopping to nursing tasks.

Key Points: 
  • "The survey of women caregivers gives a clear indication how women across the state are playing a vital role in making sure their aging and often ailing family members are properly cared for every day."
  • The report focusing on the responses from women caregivers gleaned insights from women who say they are currently providing care or had previously done so.
  • I look forward to working with my partners at AARP to realize the potential of this report."
  • "Senator Cleare and Assemblymember Kim are fierce advocates for older New Yorkers, and we're honored to team up with them once again.

67,000 Ontarians to Develop Dementia this Year, Research Reveals

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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“Dementia is the leading cause of unnecessary hospital days in Ontario, a major factor behind why dementia is a $30 billion disease annually in Ontario—and this will only get worse as hundreds of thousands of Ontarians develop dementia in the coming years,” said Cathy Barrick, CEO of the Alzheimer Society of Ontario.

Key Points: 
  • “Dementia is the leading cause of unnecessary hospital days in Ontario, a major factor behind why dementia is a $30 billion disease annually in Ontario—and this will only get worse as hundreds of thousands of Ontarians develop dementia in the coming years,” said Cathy Barrick, CEO of the Alzheimer Society of Ontario.
  • “Home and community supports are faced with chronic underfunding, and cannot cope with current demand for our services.
  • This isn’t sustainable.”
    The number of unpaid care partners supporting someone living with dementia in Ontario will grow by 10,000 this year to 185,637.
  • “People living with dementia continue to be vibrant members of their communities, loved family members, and dear friends.

Graham Healthcare Group Receives Top Workplaces for 2023

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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TROY, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Graham Healthcare Group, a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC), is proud to receive the 2023 Top Workplaces designation in five of its most established markets.

Key Points: 
  • TROY, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Graham Healthcare Group, a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC), is proud to receive the 2023 Top Workplaces designation in five of its most established markets.
  • "Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO.
  • Graham Healthcare Group companies receiving 2023 Top Workplaces honors are:
    Residential Home Health and Hospice, Northern Illinois – for the 5th year
    Residential Home Health and Hospice, Troy, Michigan – for the 13th consecutive year
    Residential Home Health and Hospice, Lapeer, Michigan – for the 6th consecutive year
    "Top Workplaces is a highly coveted recognition that requires an ongoing commitment to the overall employee experience," said LeeAnn Lang, Senior Vice President of Administration and Human Resources, Graham Healthcare Group.
  • By earning these awards, Graham Healthcare Group stands out as one of the top companies to work for in our industry."

New Carallel, myFloc Partnership Poised to Make Financial Management Easier for Caregivers

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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But, beyond these well-recognized responsibilities, nearly all (92%) caregivers are also financial caregivers.

Key Points: 
  • But, beyond these well-recognized responsibilities, nearly all (92%) caregivers are also financial caregivers.
  • Caregivers on the Carallel platform can now seamlessly access myFloc to help take the financial friction out of caregiving for family, friends and other non-kin caregivers.
  • myFloc offers a really important solution for this all-too-common challenge.”
    myFloc’s financial platform is purpose-built for older adults and caregivers.
  • “Our partnership with Carallel will help us continue to elevate the critical role of caregivers by providing more holistic resources.

ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION MOURNS DEATH OF NEW YORK METS LEGEND BUD HARRELSON

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alzheimer's Association is deeply saddened by the death of New York Mets legend and Hall of Famer Bud Harrelson.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alzheimer's Association is deeply saddened by the death of New York Mets legend and Hall of Famer Bud Harrelson.
  • Mr. Harrelson and his family regularly partnered with the Alzheimer's Association to help reduce stigma surrounding Alzheimer's disease and elevate the conversation on behalf of the millions of families facing the disease.
  • In 2018, Harrelson was an honorary chair for the Alzheimer's Association Long Island Chapter Walk to End Alzheimer's.
  • "The Alzheimer's Association mourns the loss of New York Mets legend Bud Harrelson," said Joanne Pike, DrPH, president and CEO, Alzheimer's Association.

For people living with dementia, support changes everything. The Alzheimer Society connects Albertans to dementia-friendly support, knowledge, and community.

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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During National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in January, the ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF ALBERTA AND NORTHWEST TERRITORIES connects people living with dementia and their care partners with free support, knowledge, and a sense of community so they don’t have to face the journey alone.

Key Points: 
  • During National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in January, the ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF ALBERTA AND NORTHWEST TERRITORIES connects people living with dementia and their care partners with free support, knowledge, and a sense of community so they don’t have to face the journey alone.
  • With more than half a million Canadians living with dementia today, a number expected to reach 1.7 million by 2050, the Alzheimer Society is continuing to offer support to people living with dementia to meet their needs early in and throughout their journey.
  • At any point in your experience living with dementia or caring for a person with dementia, the Alzheimer Society is your first place to turn – and the Society’s First Link® program offers services and information to people living with dementia and their care partners.
  • We offer an early intervention program that connects people living with dementia and their care partners to us and provides resources that can help you plan for the future.

Eisai's Sales Subsidiary Collaborates with Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in Thailand

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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TOKYO, Nov 30, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that its Thai sales subsidiary Eisai (Thailand) Marketing Co., Ltd., (Eisai Thailand) has made an agreement to collaborate with the Department of Medical Services (DMS), Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) of Thailand to further enhance the access to treatments for dementia including Alzheimer's disease (AD) in Thailand.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Nov 30, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that its Thai sales subsidiary Eisai (Thailand) Marketing Co., Ltd., (Eisai Thailand) has made an agreement to collaborate with the Department of Medical Services (DMS), Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) of Thailand to further enhance the access to treatments for dementia including Alzheimer's disease (AD) in Thailand.
  • In Thailand, the number of people suffering from dementia is expected to increase significantly from the current 700 thousand to 2 million by 2050 due to the rapid aging of the population.
  • Formulation of disease guidelines by the state is essential to address these challenges.
  • Eisai Thailand and DMS will jointly conduct surveys and other initiatives to establish such guidelines.

Global Times: Senior vloggers embrace vibrant twilight years in fashionable ways, showcase a more dignified old age with stronger security

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Friday, December 29, 2023
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The average age of the 13 vloggers was 77 years old, and Wu was among them.

Key Points: 
  • The average age of the 13 vloggers was 77 years old, and Wu was among them.
  • They use trendy language, short videos and live broadcasts to share scientific and humanistic knowledge that young people are interested in.
  • Living in a society of accelerated population aging, how can we ensure that the elderly have support, happiness, and security in their old age?
  • How can institutionalized guarantees bring about a more dignified later life and enable them to embrace more possibilities?