By Dianna Niemann-Harris, Care Coordinator
The Barron Law Firm ? Life Care Plan Services

Navigating the maze of health care services and choices faced by individuals with chronic care problems can feel insurmountable to patients and families alike. For most people this is a new experience. The volume of information and multitude of needs is often overwhelming. As a person ages and healthcare problems progress, needs change. The health care aspect of Life . . .
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"The Alzheimer's Project" is a multi-platform HBO event airing May 10-12, featuring a four-part documentary series, 17 short supplemental films, a companion book, a Web site and a nationwide community-based grassroots outreach campaign. "Two local families, one in Sherman and one in Denison, participated in the research and development of this project." stated the Alzheimer's Association Texoma Family Services Manager, Dianna Niemann-Harris. "Our area support groups and clients shared information willingly to help this . . .
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Making our way through Fall in Texoma, the Alzheimer's Association will offer a series of informative and educational programs in all three counties. These classes are designed to insure interested parties are aware of the newest information available concerning Alzheimer's disease.

Maintain Your Brain is a one-hour workshop introduction to scientifically rooted advice on brain health based on Alzheimer's Association are designed for those providing care persons with dementia.

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Although our brain decline, like other forms of aging, begins when we're in our 20?s--gasp!--the news on this front is surprisingly good. Older brains can learn new things--and in some ways, they can deal with information even better than young ones. Years of research proves people of all ages can and want to learn?and there is no time like the present! Through June, July and August the Alzheimer's Association will offer learning opportunities . . .
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Whether you suspect a loved one has memory issues or your family has been grappling with dementia for several years, your doctor is key to confirming an Alzheimer's diagnosis, explaining what it means physically and emotionally, and describing what to expect as the disease progresses. Yet communicating with the doctor, getting her or him to hear your concerns, and obtaining the answers you so desperately need can be difficult under the best of situations.

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May 17, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

This 90-minute workshop is to help those with memory problems and their caregivers more effectively communicate with physicians. The ...
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