Blog Posts by Subject: Alzheimer's disease

Kingsbridge TAG Update: We’re Starting an iPod Drive!

by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
March 15, 2013

Do you have a gently-used iPod that you'd like to donate to a good cause? Because the Kingsbridge Library's Teen Advisory Group is going to be collecting used iPods on behalf of the Music & Memory program.

Music & Memory is an organization that uses iPods to create personalized playlists for the elderly and infirm, helping to improve their quality of life. You can learn more about how this program works at the Music & Memory website, where you can see videos that show how 

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Alzheimer's Disease: Find Out How You Can Help, or Get Help, During World Alzheimer's Month

 by Brigid Cahalan
September 7, 2012

Alzheimer's Association/John BurwellMore than 35 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimers, a fatal disease without a way to prevent, cure or even slow its progression. With the help of NYPL, Alzheimer's Association, New York City Chapter would like to raise awareness about this devastating disease. September, World Alzheimer's Month, is your chance to join the global fight against Alzheimer's disease. Visit alznyc.org/worldalzheimersmonth for more information and show your support by wearing purple with a 

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Resources for Senior Care and Senior Activism

 by J. Souce, AskNYPL
May 29, 2012

http://www.healthinaging.org/resources/resource:home-safety-tips-for-older-adults/

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive degenerative disease. Actually it can be viewed as a group of disorders that results in impaired memory, thinking and behavior and affects approximately 4 million Americans and as many as 15 million through out the world. Medical care, education and a support strategy can make the difference and help family and loved ones cope.

Alzheimer's Disease. 

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