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A 25th Anniversary Reconnection Story
by Center Intern, Kaitin Benedict “Let’s see, what else can I tell you about?” said my memory companion. This statement might seem...
Kaitin Benedict
Apr 163 min read
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A 25th Anniversary Story by Paula Wanker
I found the Normandale Center for Healing and Wholeness through my family’s long history with Normandale Lutheran Church. I have found...
Paula Wanker
Apr 82 min read
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A 25th Anniversary Remembrance by Maria Klein
When Fred, my husband of 40-plus years, received a diagnosis of dementia, I quickly decided that I wanted some help. My resourceful...
Maria Klein
Apr 12 min read
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Dementia and the Holidays
The holidays are often a time for creating new memories and continuing cherished traditions. Being with loved ones can create a sense of...
Lauren Glas
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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Addressing Challenging Family Dynamics in Caregiving
Family caregiving typically falls under two categories, the primary caregiver (typically being the spouse) and the secondary caregiver...
Allie Cotter
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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Diabetes and Dementia
As you age, certain health conditions are likely to influence your daily well-being. A recent review of 14 study groups showed a...
Prennesha McCalister
Nov 5, 20241 min read
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Managing Sleep and Dementia
If you are caring for someone with memory loss, sleep disturbances might be a regular issue for both you and your care receiver. Many...
Allie Cotter
Oct 15, 20242 min read
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Dementia and Apathy
Research shows there are various reasons why an individual with dementia may develop apathy. One belief is that apathy develops overtime...
Prennesha McCalister
Oct 1, 20241 min read
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Alzheimer’s Research Advancements
Recently in July, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Kisunla™ ( donanemab-azbt ) injection for the treatment of people...
Allie Cotter
Sep 18, 20241 min read
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Medicaid Waivered Policy for Caregivers
Family caregiving requires a selfless act of showing up and providing in-home care for a loved one with a serious health condition. In...
Prennesha McCalister
Sep 3, 20242 min read
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Falls in Later Life
Fear of falling is a common stressor and concern for people as they age. You may have experienced a fall in the past, worry that your...
Allie Cotter
Aug 15, 20242 min read
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Center staff adhere to MBA Caregiver Consultant Standards for Professional Practice
At Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness, our staff are trained as caregiver consultants to provide care consultation services to...
Staff
Jul 16, 20241 min read
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June is Pride Month
June is the month of Pride, where we celebrate and recognize the LGBTQ community. Pride month is held in honor of the 1969 Stonewall...
Allie Cotter
Jun 20, 20242 min read
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Congress is Getting BOLD
In February of this year, congressional leaders introduced the B uilding O ur L argest D ementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s...
Laurie Nordahl
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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Crossing the Threshold to Better Balance
Suzie Rock's fall in 2023 prompted her to confront the realities of aging and the importance of proactive measures in maintaining...
Staff
May 30, 20241 min read
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Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus - Caregiver, Changemaker, and the Mother of AARP
Written by Laurie Nordahl, MSW Intern for SMUMN So much of our present is dependent on our past. Not only is this true personally, but...
Laurie Nordahl
May 21, 20245 min read
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Falls Aren't Inevitable
Falls can happen to anyone at any age, but for the aging Minnesotan, it is the leading cause of accidents and injury. Over one in four...
Staff
Apr 4, 20242 min read
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April Volunteer Spotlight
April is National Volunteer Month - a time to recognize and thank volunteers who lend their time, talent, voice and support to causes...
Staff
Mar 20, 20242 min read
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Maintain Your Brain: Reducing the Risk of Dementia
It’s never too early or too late to live a brain healthy lifestyle. Currently, 55 million people around the world are living with...
Staff
Feb 21, 20242 min read
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Vitamins & Our Memory
We often think about what puts us at risk for developing dementia or cognitive decline as we age and the risk factors that we can check...
Staff
Jan 31, 20242 min read
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