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Mrs.Tiffany BrooksOn being a Wife, Mom & Caregiver, NFL style
CareNovateMagazine
TraumaticBrain Injury What every parent, caregiver need to know!
Spring 2014 - Issue No. 3Living your very best, health & care!
Gele TeaDementia Awarenesswith African Fashion
Digital Guide forCaregivers, Patients,
Care Advocates www.carenovatemag.com
Depression & CaregiversDion Metzger, MD shares tips on how to get help you need now
S P R I N G C O N T E N TIN EVERY ISSUE 4. Editors Note6. Contributors - Experts 24. Book List.
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FEATURES14. Gele Tea, Fashion, Afternoon Tea, Alzheimer's &Dementia Awareness29. Depression & Caregiving37. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) IQ for families &caregivers42. Hospital Wrist Band Program for Dementia 47. Mrs. Tiffany Brooks, Family Caregiver & TBI, NFLStyle
3 Magazine/Issue #3 2014
CareNovateMagazine
The offical publication ofCareNovate, LLC
Spring 2014,Issue #3
www.carenovatemag.com
Dr. G. Erowele,Editor in Chief
Mr. K. Erowele, MBA, Publisher
Dr. Ketra Ikezuagu,Dr. Ojey Ikezuagu:
Medical Editor/Reviewer
Dr. Darlington EroweleDr U. Ojiaku:
Medical Advisors
*********************Advertising/Partnership/Sponsorship Inquires/
Media Kit or [email protected]
Question,Comments,
Letter to the Editor:[email protected]
Stay Empowered,Inspired & Motivated
Editorial Office:9119 Hwy 6, Suite 230,
Missouri City, TX 77459832.589.007.
@Carenmag Facebook.com/carenmag
CareNovate Magazine is adigital lifestyle & social healthpublication for the modern
chief household officer, the caregiver, patient care
advocate and baby boomers.CareNovate Magazine is
published 4 times per year withspecial editions by CareNovate, LLC.Opinoins expressed in the articles oradvertisement do not necessarily
reflect the opinion of the publisher.
CareNovate Magazine is notresponsible for omissions orinformation that has been
misrepresented to the magazine.Advertisers and its agencies
assume all liability foradvertsing content.
No part of this publicationmay be reproduced or
transmitted without thepermission in
writing from the publisher.
2014. Copyright.CareNovate Magazine
CAREGIVING12Senior Care Living Series - Private Duty20Being the Nurse At Home: When Family CaregiversBecome Healthcare Workers21. Austim number surges40. How to show gratitude
ARTICLES11Respite care18Top Tweets on Brain Health22Secret life of the Brain26Impact80 Virtual Summary - 2014 Spring32Caregiving & Patient Care Resources Directory34Brain games
On the cover, picture by Olessya. Pixabay
S P R I N G C O N T E N TIN EVERY ISSUE 4. Editors Note6. Contributors - Experts 24. Book List.
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FEATURES14. Gele Tea, Fashion, Afternoon Tea, Alzheimer's &Dementia Awareness29. Depression & Caregiving37. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) IQ for families &caregivers42. Hospital Wrist Band Program for Dementia 47. Mrs. Tiffany Brooks, Family Caregiver & TBI, NFLStyle
3 Magazine/Issue #3 2014
CareNovateMagazine
The offical publication ofCareNovate, LLC
Spring 2014,Issue #3
www.carenovatemag.com
Dr. G. Erowele,Editor in Chief
Mr. K. Erowele, MBA, Publisher
Dr. Ketra Ikezuagu,Dr. Ojey Ikezuagu:
Medical Editor/Reviewer
Dr. Darlington EroweleDr U. Ojiaku:
Medical Advisors
*********************Advertising/Partnership/Sponsorship Inquires/
Media Kit or [email protected]
Question,Comments,
Letter to the Editor:[email protected]
Stay Empowered,Inspired & Motivated
Editorial Office:9119 Hwy 6, Suite 230,
Missouri City, TX 77459832.589.007.
@Carenmag Facebook.com/carenmag
CareNovate Magazine is adigital lifestyle & social healthpublication for the modern
chief household officer, the caregiver, patient care
advocate and baby boomers.CareNovate Magazine is
published 4 times per year withspecial editions by CareNovate, LLC.Opinoins expressed in the articles oradvertisement do not necessarily
reflect the opinion of the publisher.
CareNovate Magazine is notresponsible for omissions orinformation that has been
misrepresented to the magazine.Advertisers and its agencies
assume all liability foradvertsing content.
No part of this publicationmay be reproduced or
transmitted without thepermission in
writing from the publisher.
2014. Copyright.CareNovate Magazine
CAREGIVING12Senior Care Living Series - Private Duty20Being the Nurse At Home: When Family CaregiversBecome Healthcare Workers21. Austim number surges40. How to show gratitude
ARTICLES11Respite care18Top Tweets on Brain Health22Secret life of the Brain26Impact80 Virtual Summary - 2014 Spring32Caregiving & Patient Care Resources Directory34Brain games
On the cover, picture by Olessya. Pixabay
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ARE YOU WRITER, BLOGGER WITH A HEALTH CARE, CAREGIVING,HEALTH INSURANCE STORY TO TELL?
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This issue is really not just about brain health. It is not. Based onCareNovate Magazine's editorial calender for 2014, we weresupposed to be providng YOU, our readers with fresh &actionable tips on how to live a healthier lifestyle espcially afterthe holidays. But then, a caregiver reached out to me via Facebook. She is awife, mom of two, who is also a family caregiver taking care of herHusband, a former NFL player sufering from the consequences oftraumatic brain injury (TBI.) Days later, a girlfriend from Maryland called me. Her Dad wasrecently diagnosed with Alzhiemer's. She had so many questionsabout medications, side effects and more. She became asandwiched generation caregiver overnight. We suddenly had to pivot our calender, the entire issue. We trust you will find this issue very valuable, informative andengaging. You will also find candid interviews from caregivers andexpert tips on depression, truamatic brain injury, dementia andAlzehimer's Disease. You've probably heard the phrase "use it or lose it." Studies haveshown that people who are more mentally active or maintain anactive cognitive lifestyle throughout their lives are at lower risk forbrain degeneration. As it turns out, maintaining a healthy heartmeans a healthy brain! Reading books, taking on new tasks at work& physical exercise are also great. We will love to hear steps you aretaking to keep your brain, body & soul healthy. Remember to visit www.carenovatemag.com. We appreciate yourfeedback, comments and suggestions. As always, in great health & care, Dr. Goldina Erowele,
VP/Editor-in-chief.Email: [email protected]. Twitter: carenovatemag
Facebook.com/carenmag
CareNovateCaregiverknows when its timeto take a break from
caregiving role****
Does not feel gultyasking for help
::::knows that to be the
best at his orher role,
must seek support////
knows that all choreson todays to do listdoes not have to be
completed today----
remembers toschedule
his or her annualmedical/wellnesscheck up on theirbirthday month
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ARE YOU WRITER, BLOGGER WITH A HEALTH CARE, CAREGIVING,HEALTH INSURANCE STORY TO TELL?
Motivate. Educate. Inspire Others. Learn how you can.>> > CLICK HERE<< <
This issue is really not just about brain health. It is not. Based onCareNovate Magazine's editorial calender for 2014, we weresupposed to be providng YOU, our readers with fresh &actionable tips on how to live a healthier lifestyle espcially afterthe holidays. But then, a caregiver reached out to me via Facebook. She is awife, mom of two, who is also a family caregiver taking care of herHusband, a former NFL player sufering from the consequences oftraumatic brain injury (TBI.) Days later, a girlfriend from Maryland called me. Her Dad wasrecently diagnosed with Alzhiemer's. She had so many questionsabout medications, side effects and more. She became asandwiched generation caregiver overnight. We suddenly had to pivot our calender, the entire issue. We trust you will find this issue very valuable, informative andengaging. You will also find candid interviews from caregivers andexpert tips on depression, truamatic brain injury, dementia andAlzehimer's Disease. You've probably heard the phrase "use it or lose it." Studies haveshown that people who are more mentally active or maintain anactive cognitive lifestyle throughout their lives are at lower risk forbrain degeneration. As it turns out, maintaining a healthy heartmeans a healthy brain! Reading books, taking on new tasks at work& physical exercise are also great. We will love to hear steps you aretaking to keep your brain, body & soul healthy. Remember to visit www.carenovatemag.com. We appreciate yourfeedback, comments and suggestions. As always, in great health & care, Dr. Goldina Erowele,
VP/Editor-in-chief.Email: [email protected]. Twitter: carenovatemag
Facebook.com/carenmag
CareNovateCaregiverknows when its timeto take a break from
caregiving role****
Does not feel gultyasking for help
::::knows that to be the
best at his orher role,
must seek support////
knows that all choreson todays to do listdoes not have to be
completed today----
remembers toschedule
his or her annualmedical/wellnesscheck up on theirbirthday month
(}{)
How do you keep your brain healthy? W
ELCOME TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR EVENT
IN A DIGITAL PUBLICATION, REACHINGWOMEN & CAREGIVERS & THOSE WHO ARE
HEALTH CONSCIOUS & ALWAYS IN SEARCH OFHEALTH & WELLNESS RESOURCES & TOOLS,
PLEASE CALL 832.589.0076 OR [email protected]
Expert Contributors...Their Voices... THANK YOU!!!.
Dion ShortMetzger,
M.D.Adult psychiatrist whoseapproachable demeanor,
determined spirit andcaring attitude have
allowed her to have avaluable impact on her
patients. EmoryUniversity graduate with a
bachelor’s degree inPsychology. Dr. Metzgerwas awarded the Pfizer
Minority Medical SchoolScholarship and earned
her Doctorate of Medicinefrom Morehouse School
of Medicine. In addition toobtaining her degrees, shealso completed a medical
research at StanfordUniversity School of
Medicine and Centers forDisease Control (CDC)
and Prevention. Shecompleted a general
psychiatry residency atEmory University School
of Medicine.
Cynthia R.Green,Ph.D.
President of MEMORYARTS LLC, founder and
lead trainer of Total BrainHealth. As a clinical
psychologist, author, andone of America's foremost
experts on brain health,she is also known for her
ability to make thecomplex science of
memory improvementand brain fitness
engaging, actionable forall audiences, and fun. Dr.
Green's smart andpersonable presentation
style has made her one ofthe most sought-after
speakers on the topic. Herpublication "Your Best
Brain Ever "is nowavailable -- named a "2103Top Guide to Life After 50"
by the Wall StreetJournal!
LeahKorkis,BSN, RN
Registered nurse & familycaregiver. She earned herBachelors of Science in
Nursing (BSN) fromBradley University and is
currently pursuing herMasters of Science inNursing as an Adult-
Geriatric Clinical NurseSpecialist
(MSN, AG-CNS).Leah is also the
founder of HealthyNowandLater.com, a forum and
website devoted tohealthy aging. She
currently resides in LosAngeles with her husbandJohn and their fish Thor.
Gèlè TeaCouture fashion show andafternoon tea that raisesawareness of dementia,
returns for an afternoon ofgèlègance. The dynamo
team are calling it asentimental journey or a
trip in memories past andpresent.
AnotherExciting#carenmag issue 4
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Expert Contributors...Their Voices... THANK YOU!!!.
Dion ShortMetzger,
M.D.Adult psychiatrist whoseapproachable demeanor,
determined spirit andcaring attitude have
allowed her to have avaluable impact on her
patients. EmoryUniversity graduate with a
bachelor’s degree inPsychology. Dr. Metzgerwas awarded the Pfizer
Minority Medical SchoolScholarship and earned
her Doctorate of Medicinefrom Morehouse School
of Medicine. In addition toobtaining her degrees, shealso completed a medical
research at StanfordUniversity School of
Medicine and Centers forDisease Control (CDC)
and Prevention. Shecompleted a general
psychiatry residency atEmory University School
of Medicine.
Cynthia R.Green,Ph.D.
President of MEMORYARTS LLC, founder and
lead trainer of Total BrainHealth. As a clinical
psychologist, author, andone of America's foremost
experts on brain health,she is also known for her
ability to make thecomplex science of
memory improvementand brain fitness
engaging, actionable forall audiences, and fun. Dr.
Green's smart andpersonable presentation
style has made her one ofthe most sought-after
speakers on the topic. Herpublication "Your Best
Brain Ever "is nowavailable -- named a "2103Top Guide to Life After 50"
by the Wall StreetJournal!
LeahKorkis,BSN, RN
Registered nurse & familycaregiver. She earned herBachelors of Science in
Nursing (BSN) fromBradley University and is
currently pursuing herMasters of Science inNursing as an Adult-
Geriatric Clinical NurseSpecialist
(MSN, AG-CNS).Leah is also the
founder of HealthyNowandLater.com, a forum and
website devoted tohealthy aging. She
currently resides in LosAngeles with her husbandJohn and their fish Thor.
Gèlè TeaCouture fashion show andafternoon tea that raisesawareness of dementia,
returns for an afternoon ofgèlègance. The dynamo
team are calling it asentimental journey or a
trip in memories past andpresent.
AnotherExciting#carenmag issue 4
ComingSoon!We are looking for
AWESOME, CARING, &INSPIRING WRITER.
Join Us Here
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, page 6
According to theCenter of Disease Control (CDC),Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
is a serious public health problemin the US.
2.5 million sustain aTBI each year
Children aged 0 to 4 years& older adolescents
aged 15 - 19 years areamong the groups
most likely tosustain a TBI.
?
Remember that childrendo best when parents,
educators, and health professionalscommunicate, develop common
goals,and work together.
Parents, caregivers play the mostessential role in their child’s
recovery.?
52,000 die;275,000 are hospitalized;1.365 million are treated,
released from anemergency department.?
?Caregiving for Someone
with a TBI:Read about
Tiffany Brooks inspiringstory on page
P R E V E N T I O NI S T H E K E Y
Adopt ASeat belt.Helmet.
Sources:CDC, Brainline.org, Defense.org
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, Page 9
According to theCenter of Disease Control (CDC),Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
is a serious public health problemin the US.
2.5 million sustain aTBI each year
Children aged 0 to 4 years& older adolescents
aged 15 - 19 years areamong the groups
most likely tosustain a TBI.
?
Remember that childrendo best when parents,
educators, and health professionalscommunicate, develop common
goals,and work together.
Parents, caregivers play the mostessential role in their child’s
recovery.?
52,000 die;275,000 are hospitalized;1.365 million are treated,
released from anemergency department.?
?Caregiving for Someone
with a TBI:Read about
Tiffany Brooks inspiringstory on page
P R E V E N T I O NI S T H E K E Y
Adopt ASeat belt.Helmet.
Sources:CDC, Brainline.org, Defense.org
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, Page 9
Fall EditionCALL FOR SPEAKERS Open NOW. Click on page to apply
Respite CareNational & Local Support For Those Who Provides Care To
Loved OneS & Needs Relief.
Are you a family caregiver who needs a break from your caregiving role? Areyouinterested in learning more about how you can get help with your duties?Family caregivers are often over-burdened and under-informed about some of
the available resources. Many parents of children and adults with disabilities andcaregivers for those with chronic illness, children with disabilities are at highrisk for divorce, substance abuse and child abuse because of the continuing
stress of caring for a loved one. As a caregiver, there's nothing like having accessto the best caregiving resources to support them in the caregiver role.
Respite care is an assistance program available to parents, family caregivers andoffers an opportunity for the family caregiver a break from their caregiving role.
Respite Care can be helpful to family members and their caregivers.More importantly, it serves as a prevention program aimed at stopping some of
the social problems that can result from the tremendous demands made onfamilies due to the disabilities of their child or the institutionalization of the
family member with illness. Below are some of the services available nationallyand locally.
The ARCH (Access to Respite Care and Help) National Respite Network
connects caregivers directly to local respite and crisis care services, assists andpromotes the development of quality respite and crisis care programs, and advocatesfor respite in all forums. The National Respite Locator, a service to help caregivers and
professionals locate respite services in their community.
The Take Time Texasis a searchable database of respite providers who can care for your family member
while you take a break. Take Time Texas was created by the Texas Respite Coalition,the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services and Texas Respite
Coordination Center.
EasterSealsNationally, Easter Seals is the leading non-profit provider of services for individuals
with autism, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities and other special needs.Easter Seals Greater Houston has been offering help, hope and answers to people of
all ages with disabilities and their families.
Department of Veterans Affairs Respite ProgramThis program is available to the Veterans. They can receive care in an inpatient,outpatient or home setting. Care is for Veterans who need skilled services, case
management, and assistance with activities of daily living (e.g., bathing or gettingdressed) or instrumental activities of daily living (e.g., fixing meals and taking
medicines); are isolated or their caregiver is experiencing burden.
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, Page 11
Fall EditionCALL FOR SPEAKERS Open NOW. Click on page to apply
Respite CareNational & Local Support For Those Who Provides Care To
Loved OneS & Needs Relief.
Are you a family caregiver who needs a break from your caregiving role? Areyouinterested in learning more about how you can get help with your duties?Family caregivers are often over-burdened and under-informed about some of
the available resources. Many parents of children and adults with disabilities andcaregivers for those with chronic illness, children with disabilities are at highrisk for divorce, substance abuse and child abuse because of the continuing
stress of caring for a loved one. As a caregiver, there's nothing like having accessto the best caregiving resources to support them in the caregiver role.
Respite care is an assistance program available to parents, family caregivers andoffers an opportunity for the family caregiver a break from their caregiving role.
Respite Care can be helpful to family members and their caregivers.More importantly, it serves as a prevention program aimed at stopping some of
the social problems that can result from the tremendous demands made onfamilies due to the disabilities of their child or the institutionalization of the
family member with illness. Below are some of the services available nationallyand locally.
The ARCH (Access to Respite Care and Help) National Respite Network
connects caregivers directly to local respite and crisis care services, assists andpromotes the development of quality respite and crisis care programs, and advocatesfor respite in all forums. The National Respite Locator, a service to help caregivers and
professionals locate respite services in their community.
The Take Time Texasis a searchable database of respite providers who can care for your family member
while you take a break. Take Time Texas was created by the Texas Respite Coalition,the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services and Texas Respite
Coordination Center.
EasterSealsNationally, Easter Seals is the leading non-profit provider of services for individuals
with autism, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities and other special needs.Easter Seals Greater Houston has been offering help, hope and answers to people of
all ages with disabilities and their families.
Department of Veterans Affairs Respite ProgramThis program is available to the Veterans. They can receive care in an inpatient,outpatient or home setting. Care is for Veterans who need skilled services, case
management, and assistance with activities of daily living (e.g., bathing or gettingdressed) or instrumental activities of daily living (e.g., fixing meals and taking
medicines); are isolated or their caregiver is experiencing burden.
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, Page 11
2 Magazine/January, 2012
6 Magazine/Issue #2
The event is all about fashion, afternoon tea + awareness. The event is all about fashion, afternoon tea + awareness.It is about educating women, men, designers and models It is about educating women, men, designers and models
about Alzheimer's disease & dementia. about Alzheimer's disease & dementia.
Gèlè Tea is a couture fashion event that Gèlè Tea is a couture fashion event thatshowcases African fashion. showcases African fashion.
TT he use of Gèlè is symbolic as dementia ishe use of Gèlè is symbolic as dementia is
about the brain/mind and about the brain/mind andGèlè Tea draws attention to the head. Gèlè Tea draws attention to the head.
During the events, attendees will have the opportunity During the events, attendees will have the opportunity
to have a gèlè tied for them. During some of the events, to have a gèlè tied for them. During some of the events, ladiesladiesare urged to wear a Gèlè, hat or another form of are urged to wear a Gèlè, hat or another form of
headwear while men are asked to wear hats.headwear while men are asked to wear hats.
So excited I got to chat with them and learm So excited I got to chat with them and learmmore about the amazing work they are are doing...more about the amazing work they are are doing...
Lights, Camera,
Gèlè TeaRaising Awareness:
Alzheimers Disease & Dementia,1 afternoon tea at a time
By Goldina Erowele
Credits: Butterfly Estelle - the look that went global. Model Estelle Didigiri wears the Gelina blouse by Clariscia Gill and butterfly gele,Images - Cherish collection by Yemi Osunkoya, Pink hat by Lyze Hatsm, Model Maria wears Adebayo Jones Luxury
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, Page 14
2 Magazine/January, 2012
6 Magazine/Issue #2
The event is all about fashion, afternoon tea + awareness. The event is all about fashion, afternoon tea + awareness.It is about educating women, men, designers and models It is about educating women, men, designers and models
about Alzheimer's disease & dementia. about Alzheimer's disease & dementia.
Gèlè Tea is a couture fashion event that Gèlè Tea is a couture fashion event thatshowcases African fashion. showcases African fashion.
TT he use of Gèlè is symbolic as dementia ishe use of Gèlè is symbolic as dementia is
about the brain/mind and about the brain/mind andGèlè Tea draws attention to the head. Gèlè Tea draws attention to the head.
During the events, attendees will have the opportunity During the events, attendees will have the opportunity
to have a gèlè tied for them. During some of the events, to have a gèlè tied for them. During some of the events, ladiesladiesare urged to wear a Gèlè, hat or another form of are urged to wear a Gèlè, hat or another form of
headwear while men are asked to wear hats.headwear while men are asked to wear hats.
So excited I got to chat with them and learm So excited I got to chat with them and learmmore about the amazing work they are are doing...more about the amazing work they are are doing...
Lights, Camera,
Gèlè TeaRaising Awareness:
Alzheimers Disease & Dementia,1 afternoon tea at a time
By Goldina Erowele
Credits: Butterfly Estelle - the look that went global. Model Estelle Didigiri wears the Gelina blouse by Clariscia Gill and butterfly gele,Images - Cherish collection by Yemi Osunkoya, Pink hat by Lyze Hatsm, Model Maria wears Adebayo Jones Luxury
2014 Magazine/Issue #3, Page 14
CNM: Any upcoming news orprojects?
GT: We have established an on goingTwitter project called #wish4dem
(@wish4dem) where we are askingpeople to make a wish about dementia.
We are working on a conference for 2014 andaim to run some virtual workshops.
We also want to tap into our writing,facilitation and knowledge of care issues having
been successful at localgovernment and third sector levels.
We know that dementia does notdiscriminate and our aim is to take an
all-inclusive approach.We are having impact.
Gèlè Tea has become a catalyst forsimilar events and we have receivedmedia attention including BBC Africa.
)()()()()()()()(
Magazine/ 2014 Spring 16
CNM: Gèlè Tea - sounds like asocial event, what is it about?
GT: Gèlè Tea is partly social as it is an upclose and personal couture fashion show
with afternoon tea and music.Its focus is on dementia and memory losswith talks from professionals and people
with a link to dementia. It is themed tomake it interesting so that people do not
feel they are in a classroom or beingdictated to. People attend for a
variety of reasons: interest in couturefashion; appreciationof the gèlè;
love of afternoon tea; and/or wanting toknow about dementia. Some talk about
their association or experience with it forthe first time. Everyone leaves
learning something new or with theinspiration to do something.
They often go humming the chorus of‘Memories – the gèlè song’ by singer
songwriter Lánre.
CNM: Mixing fashion with raising awareness - dementia &Alzheimer's disease. Whatinspired you to start this?
GT: Three things: a quest to keepmemories alive and give voice to people
who may feel excluded; a desire toremember favourite people byhighlighting things they liked –
fashion, tea, sandwiches, cake; and apreoccupation with dress and dementia.
It’s a beautiful event on manylevels and a question asked iswhat does dementia look like?
CNM: Can you please tell us what Gèlè is?
GT: A gèlè is the Yoruba word for a "headtie" or a headwrap. Although headties andheadwraps (scarves among them) are universal forms of headwear, gèlès (as a style)
are unique to the Yorubas of western Nigeria and they have become artisticallystructural creations that are gaining global attention. We call it Gèlèpoque – new dawn
for gèlè. Beyonce did a shoot wearing a variety of them.
CNM: Does use of the word Gèlè limityou?GT: Hopefully not. Our audience is multicultural.
We could have called it scarf tea - a “familymember” would tie a Grace Kelly/Audrey
Hepburn style each time she went out, but thegèlè has a rich history and it intrigues. Scarves
have a roleas do hats with creations by award winningmilliner Lyze Hats. Headwear at Gèlè Tea is
symbolic as it draws attention to the head andtop gèlè stylists including Lara Extravaganza,
Juliet Onyeka, and Houston’s Mary Onime pushboundaries. Matched with designs from award
winning international couture designers AdebayoJones, Kosibah and Clariscia Gill, it is a unique
event. CNM: Dementia chat you coordinatevia Twitter is growing in popularity.Tell us more about that?
GT: DiverseAlz is a fortnightly tweet chat thatfocuses on different issues around dementia
using an inclusive approach. We have coveredthe gypsy/Romany community, children, worldmusic, dementia and deafness and fashion. Our
recent chat covered dance and we askedparticipants to suggest fusion dances. We had
breaktwerking, Japanese-Scottish countrydancing and a gumboot jig.
CNM: Why dementia?
GT Estimates that 44.4m people worldwide areliving with dementia and predictions it could
increase to 135.5million by 2050. The World Health Organisation (WHO) suggeststhe number of new dementia cases is almost 7.7
million a year implying one new case ofdementia is diagnosed every four seconds.
However, like many people who feel committedto a cause, Gèlè Tea arose by association. We are
keen to raise awareness among black andminority groups who may feel invisible.
Although there is great work going on, the needsof some groups remain hidden for reasons that
can include stigma, discrimination, myths,language barriers and a notion that
services are not inclusive.
CNM: Any upcoming news orprojects?
GT: We have established an on goingTwitter project called #wish4dem
(@wish4dem) where we are askingpeople to make a wish about dementia.
We are working on a conference for 2014 andaim to run some virtual workshops.
We also want to tap into our writing,facilitation and knowledge of care issues having
been successful at localgovernment and third sector levels.
We know that dementia does notdiscriminate and our aim is to take an
all-inclusive approach.We are having impact.
Gèlè Tea has become a catalyst forsimilar events and we have receivedmedia attention including BBC Africa.
)()()()()()()()(
Magazine/ 2014 Spring 16
CNM: Gèlè Tea - sounds like asocial event, what is it about?
GT: Gèlè Tea is partly social as it is an upclose and personal couture fashion show
with afternoon tea and music.Its focus is on dementia and memory losswith talks from professionals and people
with a link to dementia. It is themed tomake it interesting so that people do not
feel they are in a classroom or beingdictated to. People attend for a
variety of reasons: interest in couturefashion; appreciationof the gèlè;
love of afternoon tea; and/or wanting toknow about dementia. Some talk about
their association or experience with it forthe first time. Everyone leaves
learning something new or with theinspiration to do something.
They often go humming the chorus of‘Memories – the gèlè song’ by singer
songwriter Lánre.
CNM: Mixing fashion with raising awareness - dementia &Alzheimer's disease. Whatinspired you to start this?
GT: Three things: a quest to keepmemories alive and give voice to people
who may feel excluded; a desire toremember favourite people byhighlighting things they liked –
fashion, tea, sandwiches, cake; and apreoccupation with dress and dementia.
It’s a beautiful event on manylevels and a question asked iswhat does dementia look like?
CNM: Can you please tell us what Gèlè is?
GT: A gèlè is the Yoruba word for a "headtie" or a headwrap. Although headties andheadwraps (scarves among them) are universal forms of headwear, gèlès (as a style)
are unique to the Yorubas of western Nigeria and they have become artisticallystructural creations that are gaining global attention. We call it Gèlèpoque – new dawn
for gèlè. Beyonce did a shoot wearing a variety of them.
CNM: Does use of the word Gèlè limityou?GT: Hopefully not. Our audience is multicultural.
We could have called it scarf tea - a “familymember” would tie a Grace Kelly/Audrey
Hepburn style each time she went out, but thegèlè has a rich history and it intrigues. Scarves
have a roleas do hats with creations by award winningmilliner Lyze Hats. Headwear at Gèlè Tea is
symbolic as it draws attention to the head andtop gèlè stylists including Lara Extravaganza,
Juliet Onyeka, and Houston’s Mary Onime pushboundaries. Matched with designs from award
winning international couture designers AdebayoJones, Kosibah and Clariscia Gill, it is a unique
event. CNM: Dementia chat you coordinatevia Twitter is growing in popularity.Tell us more about that?
GT: DiverseAlz is a fortnightly tweet chat thatfocuses on different issues around dementia
using an inclusive approach. We have coveredthe gypsy/Romany community, children, worldmusic, dementia and deafness and fashion. Our
recent chat covered dance and we askedparticipants to suggest fusion dances. We had
breaktwerking, Japanese-Scottish countrydancing and a gumboot jig.
CNM: Why dementia?
GT Estimates that 44.4m people worldwide areliving with dementia and predictions it could
increase to 135.5million by 2050. The World Health Organisation (WHO) suggeststhe number of new dementia cases is almost 7.7
million a year implying one new case ofdementia is diagnosed every four seconds.
However, like many people who feel committedto a cause, Gèlè Tea arose by association. We are
keen to raise awareness among black andminority groups who may feel invisible.
Although there is great work going on, the needsof some groups remain hidden for reasons that
can include stigma, discrimination, myths,language barriers and a notion that
services are not inclusive.
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1.Laughing and having fun is an important part of
#brainhealth - whew! A reason to have fun :) #AIA14Amy Goyer ?@AmyGoyer
2.As Brain Awareness Week starts winding down, wouldlike to highlight/celebrate work of @WarachalEFaison.
#brainhealth #diversealz Diverse Alzheimers ?@DiverseAlz
3.You don't need to be a triathlete! 10 minutes of quietmeditation once a week is great for #BrainHealth! Set
your brain fitness goalsAlzheimer Society PE ?@AlzheimerPEI
4.This study is crazy interesting! How Fat May Hurt the
Brain, and How Exercise May Helphttp://nyti.ms/1f59Vs3 #health #brainhealth
@nytimesOlivia Janisch ?@OliviaJanisch
5.Reading a book can take you on an adventure, but it can
also exercise your brain! #brainhealthSandra A Fryhofer MD ?@DrSandyYHM
6.What's in your book bag? Reading does more than
improve spelling and vocab. It keeps your brainhealthy!
American Brain Fdn. ?@ABFbrain
7.@DrNuss says reduce stress, enhance brain resiliency,do yoga, meditation, pay attention to nutrition - imp
aspects of #brainhealth #AIA14
8.There are three main components of #brainhealth:
diet, exercise, and sleep. http://bit.ly/1lVLl6p#eldercare. TLCYourWayHomeCare ?@TLCYourWay
9.@DrNuss says the education system needs to change toaddress #brainhealth - teachers know very little abt the
brain.
10.Deep breathing slows the heart rate, relaxes the body,
focuses the mind. ClarityHealthCare ?@ClarityCaring
18 Magazine/Spring 2014
Over 35 million people worldwide are living withAlzheimer's disease (AD) or a related disorder, andthis number is expected to exceed 115 million by
2050.In 2010, the worldwide costs of AD and related
disorders (ADRD) were estimated at $604 billionand these costs are expected to reach $950 billionby 2025. These disorders thus represent a public
health and fiscal crisis that is straininggovernments across the world.
On March 9, Nature Medicine published a study revealing anewly developed blood test that identifies 10 lipids that
predicted Alzheimer's disease up to three years in advancewith over 90% accuracy. Scientists believe this to be a
promising, not to mention easy and inexpensive, blood test.
QUESTION:Would you want to know your
Alzheimer's disease status in advance?
Email us at [email protected] & yourresponse could be published in our next
issue or via our blog.
All submissions becomes property of CareNovate and may be published, along with thename of the individual in all CareNovate brand now known or hereafter developed.
Reference: World Health Organization. Dementia: a Public Health Priority (World HealthOrganization, Geneva, 2012).
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1.Laughing and having fun is an important part of
#brainhealth - whew! A reason to have fun :) #AIA14Amy Goyer ?@AmyGoyer
2.As Brain Awareness Week starts winding down, wouldlike to highlight/celebrate work of @WarachalEFaison.
#brainhealth #diversealz Diverse Alzheimers ?@DiverseAlz
3.You don't need to be a triathlete! 10 minutes of quietmeditation once a week is great for #BrainHealth! Set
your brain fitness goalsAlzheimer Society PE ?@AlzheimerPEI
4.This study is crazy interesting! How Fat May Hurt the
Brain, and How Exercise May Helphttp://nyti.ms/1f59Vs3 #health #brainhealth
@nytimesOlivia Janisch ?@OliviaJanisch
5.Reading a book can take you on an adventure, but it can
also exercise your brain! #brainhealthSandra A Fryhofer MD ?@DrSandyYHM
6.What's in your book bag? Reading does more than
improve spelling and vocab. It keeps your brainhealthy!
American Brain Fdn. ?@ABFbrain
7.@DrNuss says reduce stress, enhance brain resiliency,do yoga, meditation, pay attention to nutrition - imp
aspects of #brainhealth #AIA14
8.There are three main components of #brainhealth:
diet, exercise, and sleep. http://bit.ly/1lVLl6p#eldercare. TLCYourWayHomeCare ?@TLCYourWay
9.@DrNuss says the education system needs to change toaddress #brainhealth - teachers know very little abt the
brain.
10.Deep breathing slows the heart rate, relaxes the body,
focuses the mind. ClarityHealthCare ?@ClarityCaring
18 Magazine/Spring 2014
Over 35 million people worldwide are living withAlzheimer's disease (AD) or a related disorder, andthis number is expected to exceed 115 million by
2050.In 2010, the worldwide costs of AD and related
disorders (ADRD) were estimated at $604 billionand these costs are expected to reach $950 billionby 2025. These disorders thus represent a public
health and fiscal crisis that is straininggovernments across the world.
On March 9, Nature Medicine published a study revealing anewly developed blood test that identifies 10 lipids that
predicted Alzheimer's disease up to three years in advancewith over 90% accuracy. Scientists believe this to be a
promising, not to mention easy and inexpensive, blood test.
QUESTION:Would you want to know your
Alzheimer's disease status in advance?
Email us at [email protected] & yourresponse could be published in our next
issue or via our blog.
All submissions becomes property of CareNovate and may be published, along with thename of the individual in all CareNovate brand now known or hereafter developed.
Reference: World Health Organization. Dementia: a Public Health Priority (World HealthOrganization, Geneva, 2012).
ALZHEIMER'SD I S E A S E
UPDATE
Brain HealthOrganizationsWe know one thing to be true advocacy works.
We salute the work of all nonprofit organizations whose missionis to be a voice for caregivers, patients and families. Interested in
being a part of these awesome organizations, check them out.More at www.carenovatemag.com
Austism SpeaksAutism Speaks was founded in 2005 by Boband Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a childwith autism with the help of their longtimefriend Bernie Marcus who donated $25million to help financially launch theorganization. Autism Speaks has grown intothe world's leading organization, dedicatedto funding research into the causes,prevention, treatments and a cure forautism; increasing awareness of autismspectrum disorders; and advocating for theneeds of individuals with autism and theirfamilies. www.autismspeaks.org Alzheimer's AssociationAlzheimer's Association is the world'sleading voluntary health organization inAlzheimer's care, support and research.www.alz.org Dana Foundation & AllianceDana Foundation is a private philanthropicorganization that supports brain researchthrough grants, publications, andeducational programs.www.dana.org USAgainstAlzheimer’sUSAgainstAlzheimer’s is a community of individuals who have been touched byAlzheimer’s disease. The goal is endingAlzheimer’s by 2020.www.usagainstalzheimers.org Brain Injury Association of America Mission is to advance brain injuryprevention, research, treatment andeducation and to improve the quality of lifefor all individuals impacted by brain injury.Through advocacy, we bring help, hope andhealing to millions of individuals living withbrain injury, their families and theprofessionals who serve them.www.biausa.org
National Autism Association The mission of the National AutismAssociation is to respond to the most urgentneeds of the autism community, providingreal help and hope so that all affected canreach their full potential.www.nationalautismassociation.org National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI)Mental illness affects everyone. Nearly 60million Americans experience a mentalhealth condition every year. Regardless ofrace, age, religion or economic status,mental illness impacts the lives of at leastone in four adults and one in 10 childrenacross the United States.www.nami.org National Center for Post TraumaticStress Disorder (PTSD)The mission of the National Center for PTSDis to advance the clinical care and socialwelfare of America's Veterans and otherswho have experienced trauma, or whosuffer from PTSD, through research,education, and training in the science,diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and stress-related disorders. www.ptsd.va.gov National Institute of NeurologicalDisorders and Stroke (NINDS)The mission of the National Institute ofNeurological Disorders and Stroke is to seekfundamental knowledge about the brainand nervous system and to use thatknowledge to reduce the burden ofneurological disease.NINDS is part of the National Institutes ofHealth (NIH).www.ninds.nih.gov/
what does
2014: 1 in 68&
2012: 1 in 88
mean?
autismsurges# of U.S. children with autism has surged to 1 in 68
=30% increase since the agency estimated in 2012
that 1 in 88 suffered from the disorder.
caveats:2014 new estimate, based on a review of records in 2010 for 8 year
olds in 11 states, also showed a marked increase in the number of childrenwith higher IQs who fall somewhere on the autism spectrum,
and a wide range of results depending on where a child lives.Only 1 child in 175 was diagnosed with autism in Alabama,
while 1 in 45 was found to have the disorder in New Jersey.
current reality for families:Autism treatment & medical expenses for children with autism are
6 times as high as those for children without the disorder.Behavioral therapy, often delivered one-on-one, can cost as much as $60,
000 per year.
Liz Feld, president of the advocacy group Autism Speaks, in astatement that Autism is “a pressing public health crisis that must be
prioritized at the national level. We need a comprehensive strategy thatincludes the research community, policymakers, educators, and
caregivers coming together to address our community’s needs across thelifespan.”
Source: CDC
20 Magazine/Spring 2014
did you knowthat...
Although dementia mainly affectsolder people,
it is NOT a normalpart of aging.
*Alzheimer's disease is the most
common cause of dementia and maycontribute to 60–70% of cases.
Dementia is one of the majorcauses of disability and dependency
among older people worldwide.Source: WHO
Brain HealthOrganizationsWe know one thing to be true advocacy works.
We salute the work of all nonprofit organizations whose missionis to be a voice for caregivers, patients and families. Interested in
being a part of these awesome organizations, check them out.More at www.carenovatemag.com
Austism SpeaksAutism Speaks was founded in 2005 by Boband Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a childwith autism with the help of their longtimefriend Bernie Marcus who donated $25million to help financially launch theorganization. Autism Speaks has grown intothe world's leading organization, dedicatedto funding research into the causes,prevention, treatments and a cure forautism; increasing awareness of autismspectrum disorders; and advocating for theneeds of individuals with autism and theirfamilies. www.autismspeaks.org Alzheimer's AssociationAlzheimer's Association is the world'sleading voluntary health organization inAlzheimer's care, support and research.www.alz.org Dana Foundation & AllianceDana Foundation is a private philanthropicorganization that supports brain researchthrough grants, publications, andeducational programs.www.dana.org USAgainstAlzheimer’sUSAgainstAlzheimer’s is a community of individuals who have been touched byAlzheimer’s disease. The goal is endingAlzheimer’s by 2020.www.usagainstalzheimers.org Brain Injury Association of America Mission is to advance brain injuryprevention, research, treatment andeducation and to improve the quality of lifefor all individuals impacted by brain injury.Through advocacy, we bring help, hope andhealing to millions of individuals living withbrain injury, their families and theprofessionals who serve them.www.biausa.org
National Autism Association The mission of the National AutismAssociation is to respond to the most urgentneeds of the autism community, providingreal help and hope so that all affected canreach their full potential.www.nationalautismassociation.org National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI)Mental illness affects everyone. Nearly 60million Americans experience a mentalhealth condition every year. Regardless ofrace, age, religion or economic status,mental illness impacts the lives of at leastone in four adults and one in 10 childrenacross the United States.www.nami.org National Center for Post TraumaticStress Disorder (PTSD)The mission of the National Center for PTSDis to advance the clinical care and socialwelfare of America's Veterans and otherswho have experienced trauma, or whosuffer from PTSD, through research,education, and training in the science,diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and stress-related disorders. www.ptsd.va.gov National Institute of NeurologicalDisorders and Stroke (NINDS)The mission of the National Institute ofNeurological Disorders and Stroke is to seekfundamental knowledge about the brainand nervous system and to use thatknowledge to reduce the burden ofneurological disease.NINDS is part of the National Institutes ofHealth (NIH).www.ninds.nih.gov/
what does
2014: 1 in 68&
2012: 1 in 88
mean?
autismsurges# of U.S. children with autism has surged to 1 in 68
=30% increase since the agency estimated in 2012
that 1 in 88 suffered from the disorder.
caveats:2014 new estimate, based on a review of records in 2010 for 8 year
olds in 11 states, also showed a marked increase in the number of childrenwith higher IQs who fall somewhere on the autism spectrum,
and a wide range of results depending on where a child lives.Only 1 child in 175 was diagnosed with autism in Alabama,
while 1 in 45 was found to have the disorder in New Jersey.
current reality for families:Autism treatment & medical expenses for children with autism are
6 times as high as those for children without the disorder.Behavioral therapy, often delivered one-on-one, can cost as much as $60,
000 per year.
Liz Feld, president of the advocacy group Autism Speaks, in astatement that Autism is “a pressing public health crisis that must be
prioritized at the national level. We need a comprehensive strategy thatincludes the research community, policymakers, educators, and
caregivers coming together to address our community’s needs across thelifespan.”
Source: CDC
20 Magazine/Spring 2014
did you knowthat...
Although dementia mainly affectsolder people,
it is NOT a normalpart of aging.
*Alzheimer's disease is the most
common cause of dementia and maycontribute to 60–70% of cases.
Dementia is one of the majorcauses of disability and dependency
among older people worldwide.Source: WHO
9 Magazine/Issue #2
What about food? Sayings like “you are whatyou eat” and “an apple a day…” ring in our
ears, but studies seem to come out each yearthat contradict last years findings for the do’s
and don’ts of healthy eating. One messagethat has come through time and time again, is
the link between high sugar, fat, andcholesterol diets and an increased risk for
dementia.
A study in Finland found of their1,449 participants that those with
obesity, high blood pressure orhigh cholesterol,
doubled their risk. Those with all threewere six times as likely to be diagnosed with
some form of dementia.
Dr. Small also sought to find the correlationbetween blood sugar level and memory. Lowand behold, the dentate gyrus made another
debut. Dr. Small found that frequent,unregulated glucose spikes were directlylinked to lower blood flow to the dentate
gyrus.
It’s a no brainer that physical activity andproper diet—one that leans more towards
fruits of vegetables—can help regulate sugarlevels, maintain a healthy weight, manage
blood pressure, and keep cholesterol incheck. However, a peek into the intricacies ofthe brain reveals these old sayings to be so
much more.
**********
Most importantly their dentate gyrusgoes wild. Tucked in a small section of the
hippocampus, an area critical tomemory forming, storing, and organizing, thedentate gyrus has become an all-star in the
world of neuroscience.You see, not long before this study Dr. Smallstudied the affects exercise has on the brains
of mice.The only difference being, the mice
ran on wheels and were fed a dye thatilluminated new brain cells under a
monitoring system.
As the researchers watched the screens,small green dots glowed brightly. These
glowing dots were seen in the mice that ranfaithfully and voluntarily on their wheel,
primarily within the dentate gyrus.
Exercise had promoted newneurons—neurogenesis. To the
scientists, this event was a major find. Notonly did exercise increase circulation and
oxygen to the brain, but “to see those greendots light up in the mice,” reflects Dr. Small,“they were new brain cells that came fromexercise. It was impossible to ignore. My
colleagues started putting on theirsneakers.”
The Secret Life of the
BrainBy Leah Korkis, RN
Leah Korkis is a registered nurseand family caregiver. She earned her
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)from Bradley University and is currently
pursuing her Masters of Science inNursing as an Adult-Geriatric Clinical
Nurse Specialist (MSN, AG-CNS).
Leah is also the founder ofHealthyNowandLater.com, a forum and
website devoted to healthy aging. Shecurrently resides in Los Angeles with her
husband John and their fish Thor.She can be contacted at
"I’m standing in my kitchen.I came to get something. The question is,
what? I look around, trying to jog mymemory. My eye moves from the pantry to the
fridge. Was I hungry?My mind is suddenly, inexplicably, blank.
I don’t want to go back into theliving room, yet I feed ridiculous
standing in the middle of the kitchen.I SKIM THE COUNTERS.NOTHING. NADA. ZIP.
"As a neurological nurse, I’ve encountered a great number of people who are
amidst a crisis where they’re in danger of losing their mind. Literally. Granted, weall draw a blank from time to time, it’s those who lay in the hospital from a stroke
and those who live with some form of dementia, that wish they had paid moreattention to the health of their brain.
Meet Dr. Scott Small, neurologist and researcher at Columbia University MedicalCenter. For $500 and a free gym membership, Dr. Small asks participants to do thesame routine five days a week: twenty minutes of running and twenty minutes ofsit-ups. At the end of the five-month study, most individuals lose a few pounds,see a reduction in their body mass index, and overall feel better “emotionally,
physically, and spiritually.”
9 Magazine/Issue #2
What about food? Sayings like “you are whatyou eat” and “an apple a day…” ring in our
ears, but studies seem to come out each yearthat contradict last years findings for the do’s
and don’ts of healthy eating. One messagethat has come through time and time again, is
the link between high sugar, fat, andcholesterol diets and an increased risk for
dementia.
A study in Finland found of their1,449 participants that those with
obesity, high blood pressure orhigh cholesterol,
doubled their risk. Those with all threewere six times as likely to be diagnosed with
some form of dementia.
Dr. Small also sought to find the correlationbetween blood sugar level and memory. Lowand behold, the dentate gyrus made another
debut. Dr. Small found that frequent,unregulated glucose spikes were directlylinked to lower blood flow to the dentate
gyrus.
It’s a no brainer that physical activity andproper diet—one that leans more towards
fruits of vegetables—can help regulate sugarlevels, maintain a healthy weight, manage
blood pressure, and keep cholesterol incheck. However, a peek into the intricacies ofthe brain reveals these old sayings to be so
much more.
**********
Most importantly their dentate gyrusgoes wild. Tucked in a small section of the
hippocampus, an area critical tomemory forming, storing, and organizing, thedentate gyrus has become an all-star in the
world of neuroscience.You see, not long before this study Dr. Smallstudied the affects exercise has on the brains
of mice.The only difference being, the mice
ran on wheels and were fed a dye thatilluminated new brain cells under a
monitoring system.
As the researchers watched the screens,small green dots glowed brightly. These
glowing dots were seen in the mice that ranfaithfully and voluntarily on their wheel,
primarily within the dentate gyrus.
Exercise had promoted newneurons—neurogenesis. To the
scientists, this event was a major find. Notonly did exercise increase circulation and
oxygen to the brain, but “to see those greendots light up in the mice,” reflects Dr. Small,“they were new brain cells that came fromexercise. It was impossible to ignore. My
colleagues started putting on theirsneakers.”
The Secret Life of the
BrainBy Leah Korkis, RN
Leah Korkis is a registered nurseand family caregiver. She earned her
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)from Bradley University and is currently
pursuing her Masters of Science inNursing as an Adult-Geriatric Clinical
Nurse Specialist (MSN, AG-CNS).
Leah is also the founder ofHealthyNowandLater.com, a forum and
website devoted to healthy aging. Shecurrently resides in Los Angeles with her
husband John and their fish Thor.She can be contacted at
"I’m standing in my kitchen.I came to get something. The question is,
what? I look around, trying to jog mymemory. My eye moves from the pantry to the
fridge. Was I hungry?My mind is suddenly, inexplicably, blank.
I don’t want to go back into theliving room, yet I feed ridiculous
standing in the middle of the kitchen.I SKIM THE COUNTERS.NOTHING. NADA. ZIP.
"As a neurological nurse, I’ve encountered a great number of people who are
amidst a crisis where they’re in danger of losing their mind. Literally. Granted, weall draw a blank from time to time, it’s those who lay in the hospital from a stroke
and those who live with some form of dementia, that wish they had paid moreattention to the health of their brain.
Meet Dr. Scott Small, neurologist and researcher at Columbia University MedicalCenter. For $500 and a free gym membership, Dr. Small asks participants to do thesame routine five days a week: twenty minutes of running and twenty minutes ofsit-ups. At the end of the five-month study, most individuals lose a few pounds,see a reduction in their body mass index, and overall feel better “emotionally,
physically, and spiritually.”
Expand Your Reach.Advertise Your Brand,
Business, Event CareNovate Magazine
Now Booking Ads for [email protected]
Media Kit
122 Magazine/January, 2014
National Geographicpresents a comprehensive
guide to fighting mentaldecline. With cutting-edgeneuroscience, information
about Alzheimer's,fascinating case studies, and
tips to fight brain agingsymptoms such as slowermental acuity and "senior
moments," this smart,engaging guide will help
keep your memory sharp andyour mind active. Leading
memory loss expert CynthiaR. Green, PhD, and eminent
science writer MichaelSweeney have created a
book both informational andpractical that gives readers
everything they need toknow about the care and
feeding of one of the body'smost important organs: the
brain. Book is availablethrough Amazon
Book List There's nothing a great book. Here, we share 3 fantastic ones.
Hope they help as you journey in health, wellness & caregiving.Email us the ones that made a major difference.
Email us: [email protected]
Still Alice is a compellingdebut novel about a 50-year-old woman's sudden descentinto early onset Alzheimer'sdisease, written by first-time
author Lisa Genova, whoholds a Ph. D in neuroscience
from Harvard University.Reminiscent of A BeautifulMind, Ordinary People andThe Curious Incident of theDog in the Night-time, Still
Alice packs a powerfulemotional punch and marksthe arrival of a strong new
voice in fiction. Book isavailable through Amazon
A MUST READ FOR KIDS!! MaxWallack is a 17 year old junior at
Boston University, as well as aresearcher in the Molecular
Psychiatry in Aging Laboratory atBoston University School of
Medicine.Max was a caregiver to his great
grandmother who hadAlzheimer’s Disease, and, in
2008, he foundedwww.PuzzlesToRemember.org, a
501c3 organization that hassupplied over 23,000 puzzles toAlzheimer’s facilities around theworld. Carolyn Smith Given is a
mother of four, a caregiver, and aresident of the Blackstone Valleyin Massachusetts. She enjoys any
and all writing projects thatcome her way. Book is available
through Amazon
Expand Your Reach.Advertise Your Brand,
Business, Event CareNovate Magazine
Now Booking Ads for [email protected]
Media Kit
122 Magazine/January, 2014
National Geographicpresents a comprehensive
guide to fighting mentaldecline. With cutting-edgeneuroscience, information
about Alzheimer's,fascinating case studies, and
tips to fight brain agingsymptoms such as slowermental acuity and "senior
moments," this smart,engaging guide will help
keep your memory sharp andyour mind active. Leading
memory loss expert CynthiaR. Green, PhD, and eminent
science writer MichaelSweeney have created a
book both informational andpractical that gives readers
everything they need toknow about the care and
feeding of one of the body'smost important organs: the
brain. Book is availablethrough Amazon
Book List There's nothing a great book. Here, we share 3 fantastic ones.
Hope they help as you journey in health, wellness & caregiving.Email us the ones that made a major difference.
Email us: [email protected]
Still Alice is a compellingdebut novel about a 50-year-old woman's sudden descentinto early onset Alzheimer'sdisease, written by first-time
author Lisa Genova, whoholds a Ph. D in neuroscience
from Harvard University.Reminiscent of A BeautifulMind, Ordinary People andThe Curious Incident of theDog in the Night-time, Still
Alice packs a powerfulemotional punch and marksthe arrival of a strong new
voice in fiction. Book isavailable through Amazon
A MUST READ FOR KIDS!! MaxWallack is a 17 year old junior at
Boston University, as well as aresearcher in the Molecular
Psychiatry in Aging Laboratory atBoston University School of
Medicine.Max was a caregiver to his great
grandmother who hadAlzheimer’s Disease, and, in
2008, he foundedwww.PuzzlesToRemember.org, a
501c3 organization that hassupplied over 23,000 puzzles toAlzheimer’s facilities around theworld. Carolyn Smith Given is a
mother of four, a caregiver, and aresident of the Blackstone Valleyin Massachusetts. She enjoys any
and all writing projects thatcome her way. Book is available
through Amazon
Start talking. Have akitchen table
conversation aboutend of Life
care planning
Kelley ConnorsKC Health
26 Magazine/Issue #3 2014
New to caregiving?You need these10 items in your
caregivingtool box
Denise BrownCaregiving.com
SEEKCAREGIVING SUPPORT
VIA SOCIAL MEDIA,TWITTER, EXPERTS*********************
Barbara FicarraHealthin30.com
Be Your HealthAdvocate. Be one foryour loved ones. Ask
questions. Ask formedical records.
Caregiver'sEngagement.
Martine Ehrenclou, M.A.martineehrenclou.com Medication Safety
Ask Your PharmacistDon't Guess
Resources available tosave on costlymedications
Goldina Erowele,PharmD
Impact80summit.comCareNovateMag.com
Get theHeart Warming
4 Bs of Caregiving
Ozioma EgwuonwuBurnBrightLifeWorks
Impact80VirtualSummitRecap
By Gèlè Tea
On Febryary 11th,a panel of
health care expert,speakers, many caregivers,provided advice, tips and
insightsinto the challenges
and rewards ofcaregiving during
last month’sImpact80 Virtual
Summitfor Caregivers & Patients
Care Providers.
Burn Bright Lifeworks founderOzioma Egwuonwu inspired with
her talk on how to keep dreams alivewhile taking care of others,
based on her caregivingexperiences with her mom + cancer.
Denise M Brown ofCaregiving.Com created a
toolkit of coping strategies tohelp caregivers on their
caregiving journeys.
Patient engagement was key forauthor & patient care advocate
Martine Ehrenclou who delivered amasterclass in how to take chargeof one’s healthcare and become a
patient advocate.
Nurse and journalist BarbaraFicarra of Healthin30.com showed
how social media is changinghealthcare (#HCSM), highlighting
the usefulness of onlinecommunities for support and
information.
In a strong segment, clinicalpharmacist, creator of Impact80Summit, founder & CareNovateMagazine editor-in-chief, Goldie
Erowele gave valuable tips onmedications safety (#MEDSAFETY)
& ways to save money onmedications especially if on a low
income.
Real Women on Health founderKelley Connors spoke on end of life(#EOL) encouraging people to startthe conversation and mentioningher own positive experience.
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Dr Metzger has a passion for assisting those whosuffer from mental illness while trying to dispel the
stigma attached to such labels. She believes thateducation is the most powerful tool at her disposal
to make that possible.
Dr. Metzger emphasizes the importance of therecognition of psychiatric disorders among patientsand their families as well as obtaining treatment forthose disorders. Her mission is to provide hope and
encouragement to both those suffering frompsychiatric disorders and those who care for
them—families and health professionals alike. She isavailable for workshops, interviews, presentations,
and media appearances. She is also available forprofessional consultation in regards to psychiatric
treatment.
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Dr Metzger has a passion for assisting those whosuffer from mental illness while trying to dispel the
stigma attached to such labels. She believes thateducation is the most powerful tool at her disposal
to make that possible.
Dr. Metzger emphasizes the importance of therecognition of psychiatric disorders among patientsand their families as well as obtaining treatment forthose disorders. Her mission is to provide hope and
encouragement to both those suffering frompsychiatric disorders and those who care for
them—families and health professionals alike. She isavailable for workshops, interviews, presentations,
and media appearances. She is also available forprofessional consultation in regards to psychiatric
treatment.
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The National Institute ofMental Health
offers the followingrecommendations:
Depression tipsEarly attention to symptoms of depression may
help to prevent the development of a more seriousdepression over time.
If you have depression, you may feel exhausted,helpless, and hopeless. It may be extremely
difficult to take any action to help yourself. But asyou begin to recognize your depression and begin
treatment, you will start to feel better.
To Help A Loved One, do not wait too long to getevaluated or treated. There is research showing
the longer one waits, the greater the impairmentcan be down the road. Try to see a professional as
soon as possible.
Try to be active and exercise. Go to a movie,a ballgame, or another event or activity that
you once enjoyed.
Set realistic goals for yourself.Break up large tasks into small ones, set some
priorities and do what you can as you can.
Try to spend time with other people andconfide in a trusted friend or relative.
Try not to isolate yourself, and letothers help you.
Expect your mood to improve gradually, notimmediately. Do not expect to suddenly "snap out
of" your depression.Often during treatment for depression, sleep and
appetite will begin to improve before yourdepressed mood lifts.
Postpone important decisions, such as gettingmarried or divorced or changing jobs, until youfeel better. Discuss decisions with others who
know you well and have a more objective view ofyour situation.
Remember that positive thinking will replacenegative thoughts as your depression responds to
treatment.Continue to educate yourself about
depression.
Source: NIH Mental Health
35 Magazine/2013 Issue #2
Your role as a caregiver is a vital24/7 job and like any demanding job, itcan take its mental toll. You can spendso much time focused on helping yourloved one that little time is left for you.Feelings of being overwhelmed,sometimes with no social outlet, canlead to feelings of sadness. Depression in caregivers exists and it’snot uncommon. This is why it’s soimportant that as caregivers, self-careis also placed on the top of your to-dolist. With an improved mood, you willnot only have a better quality of lifebut will also be a better caregiver. Let’s discuss the facts of what thesymptoms of depression are, howcommon it is and what you can do totreat it.
FACTS-Symptoms of depression includefeelings of hopelessness, little interestin doing things that you used to findfun, low energy, poor sleep, changes inappetite and problems concentrating.In severe cases of depression, there canbe suicidal thoughts -It is estimated that up to 1 in 3caregivers suffer with symptoms ofdepression. It is more common incaregivers who care for patients withdementia then compared to otherchronic illnesses¹ -Depression in caregivers is a leadingcause of premature end of home care
Tips on how to
cope -Call someone. Seek support fromfamily, friends or fellow caregivers whomay share the same feelings. If no oneis available, join an online supportgroup or find a caregiver group thatmeets in your local area-Ask. You can’t do everything yourself.Take advantage of your resources. Ifthere is another family member thatcan make a trip to the doctor’s office,pick up medications or do a groceryrun….call them!-Relax. Designate one hour a day towinding down. It could be reading agood book, taking a warm bath,watching a favorite TV show ormeditation Expert. If your feelings of sadness are persistent, go talk to a professional.You can discuss your symptoms withyour primary care physician or apsychiatrist. Options for treatmentinclude therapy, anti-depressantmedications or a combination of both.Why suffer with these symptoms,when there is help available? References:1. Birgitte Schoenmakers, Frank Buntinx, JanDelepeleire, Factors determining the impactof care-giving on caregivers of elderlypatients with dementia. A systematicliterature review, Maturitas, Volume 66, Issue2, June 2010, Pages 191-200
Magazine/January, 2012 3
The National Institute ofMental Health
offers the followingrecommendations:
Depression tipsEarly attention to symptoms of depression may
help to prevent the development of a more seriousdepression over time.
If you have depression, you may feel exhausted,helpless, and hopeless. It may be extremely
difficult to take any action to help yourself. But asyou begin to recognize your depression and begin
treatment, you will start to feel better.
To Help A Loved One, do not wait too long to getevaluated or treated. There is research showing
the longer one waits, the greater the impairmentcan be down the road. Try to see a professional as
soon as possible.
Try to be active and exercise. Go to a movie,a ballgame, or another event or activity that
you once enjoyed.
Set realistic goals for yourself.Break up large tasks into small ones, set some
priorities and do what you can as you can.
Try to spend time with other people andconfide in a trusted friend or relative.
Try not to isolate yourself, and letothers help you.
Expect your mood to improve gradually, notimmediately. Do not expect to suddenly "snap out
of" your depression.Often during treatment for depression, sleep and
appetite will begin to improve before yourdepressed mood lifts.
Postpone important decisions, such as gettingmarried or divorced or changing jobs, until youfeel better. Discuss decisions with others who
know you well and have a more objective view ofyour situation.
Remember that positive thinking will replacenegative thoughts as your depression responds to
treatment.Continue to educate yourself about
depression.
Source: NIH Mental Health
35 Magazine/2013 Issue #2
Your role as a caregiver is a vital24/7 job and like any demanding job, itcan take its mental toll. You can spendso much time focused on helping yourloved one that little time is left for you.Feelings of being overwhelmed,sometimes with no social outlet, canlead to feelings of sadness. Depression in caregivers exists and it’snot uncommon. This is why it’s soimportant that as caregivers, self-careis also placed on the top of your to-dolist. With an improved mood, you willnot only have a better quality of lifebut will also be a better caregiver. Let’s discuss the facts of what thesymptoms of depression are, howcommon it is and what you can do totreat it.
FACTS-Symptoms of depression includefeelings of hopelessness, little interestin doing things that you used to findfun, low energy, poor sleep, changes inappetite and problems concentrating.In severe cases of depression, there canbe suicidal thoughts -It is estimated that up to 1 in 3caregivers suffer with symptoms ofdepression. It is more common incaregivers who care for patients withdementia then compared to otherchronic illnesses¹ -Depression in caregivers is a leadingcause of premature end of home care
Tips on how to
cope -Call someone. Seek support fromfamily, friends or fellow caregivers whomay share the same feelings. If no oneis available, join an online supportgroup or find a caregiver group thatmeets in your local area-Ask. You can’t do everything yourself.Take advantage of your resources. Ifthere is another family member thatcan make a trip to the doctor’s office,pick up medications or do a groceryrun….call them!-Relax. Designate one hour a day towinding down. It could be reading agood book, taking a warm bath,watching a favorite TV show ormeditation Expert. If your feelings of sadness are persistent, go talk to a professional.You can discuss your symptoms withyour primary care physician or apsychiatrist. Options for treatmentinclude therapy, anti-depressantmedications or a combination of both.Why suffer with these symptoms,when there is help available? References:1. Birgitte Schoenmakers, Frank Buntinx, JanDelepeleire, Factors determining the impactof care-giving on caregivers of elderlypatients with dementia. A systematicliterature review, Maturitas, Volume 66, Issue2, June 2010, Pages 191-200
Magazine/January, 2012 3
33 Magazine/Issue #3 2014
Brain injury can happen anytime,anywhere, to anyone.
Brain injury does not discriminate.
In fact, 2.5 million Americans sustain a brain injury each year. Brain Injury Association of Americawww.biausa.org
10 minutes of quietmeditation once a week isgreat for #BrainHealth
#Selfcare tip #212
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Brain injury can happen anytime,anywhere, to anyone.
Brain injury does not discriminate.
In fact, 2.5 million Americans sustain a brain injury each year. Brain Injury Association of Americawww.biausa.org
10 minutes of quietmeditation once a week isgreat for #BrainHealth
#Selfcare tip #212
5 Magazine/Issue #2
Caregiving + Patient CareResource Directory Project
powered by CareNovate
CareNovate Magazine is excited to introduce our open source curation oftools, resources for caregivers, patient care providers, direct care works and
families.
Our goal is to provide a centralized guide of resources forcaregivers locally, nationally and globally.
If you have an app, service, product or have a business that caters to patients,caregivers and their families,
click here to add it to the list.
It takes less than 2 minutes to so.If you have a personal caregiving blog or a book, you also can add a free listing
to our Directory.With our Directory, we hope to create a go-to resource tohelp family caregivers find just what they need.
We encourage you to join us by adding to the growing list of health, wellness,medication management, care coordination, etc)
mobile, digital apps, services, products, intended to simplify family's caregivingexperiences & daily role.
Add it to the list.Startups are welcome as well.
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Brain GamesToday, most people consious about health have a daily routine that
includes some form of exercise. We know the benefits of physical exercise to our health.Brain fitness is the next step in that revolution.
Exercise your memory, attention, and more. As with physical exercise, brainexercise can help you improve your performance and feel your best.
Websites with games that can be played onlineBraingle - www.braingle.comFitbarins - www.fitbrains.comJigzone - www.jigzone.com
Cognitive Labs - games.cognitivelabs.comwww.setgame.com
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Music & BrainHealth Preliminary studies of music therapy suggestthey may be helpful forsome of the symptomsrelated to dementia, suchas agitation anddepression. Severalstudies on music therapyin people withAlzheimer’s disease haveshown improvement inagitation, depression,and quality of life.Source: NCCAM.NIH.GOV Brain Food + Omega 3 Omega-3s are a group ofpolyunsaturated fatty acidsthat are important for anumber of functions in thebody. They’re found in foodssuch as fatty fish andvegetable oils and are alsoavailable as dietarysupplements. Research onomega-3s, particularly forheart health, has beencomplex and confusing. Anumber of studies haveshown that omega-3s hadprotective effects for heartdisease risk factors such as level of triglycerides in theblood. However, research has not consistently foundthat administration of
omega-3s as dietarysupplements actuallychanges the rate of heartattacks or othercardiovascular events.Experts did agree thatseafood rich in omega-3fatty acids is a usefulcomponent of a heart-healthy diet.Talk with your health careprovider if you areconsidering takingomega-3 supplements. Carbs: NotGood For Brain Recent reports in medical literature link carbohydrate calorie-richdiets to a greater risk for brain shrinkage,dementia andAlzheimer’s disease,impaired cognition andother disorders - Source: American Collegeof Nutrition. Which Brand of Fish Oil? According to LabDoorCEO, Neil Thanedar., acompany that evaluatesthe quality of dietarysupplements, 21 of 30 fish oil supplementstested were found tohave omega-3 fatty acid levelsthat varied by more than
10% from their labelclaims.The supplements ratedas being the highestquality included Dr.Tobias Optimum Omega3 Fish Oil; NordicNaturals Ultimate OmegaD3; Axis Labs CitrusOmega Fish Oil; GNCTriple Strength Fish Oiland NOW Foods UltraOmega 3. TIP:Keep fish oil in refrigerator once itsopened to extend the shelf life.
Breast Cancer &Depression Major depressive disorder,or depression, is a seriousillness. Depressioninterferes with your dailylife and routine andreduces your quality oflife. 6.7% of U.S. adultsages 18 & older havedepression.Depression affects ~ 15% to 25% of cancerpatients.Source: National CancerInstitute (NCI) CNM
35 Magazine/Issue #3 2014
Health Info & DataFacts. News.
Brain GamesToday, most people consious about health have a daily routine that
includes some form of exercise. We know the benefits of physical exercise to our health.Brain fitness is the next step in that revolution.
Exercise your memory, attention, and more. As with physical exercise, brainexercise can help you improve your performance and feel your best.
Websites with games that can be played onlineBraingle - www.braingle.comFitbarins - www.fitbrains.comJigzone - www.jigzone.com
Cognitive Labs - games.cognitivelabs.comwww.setgame.com
Websites with activities and games for a fee:• Mybraintrainer.com • www.happy-neuron.com
• www.lumosity.com • www.positscience.com
For more resources & books to read, visit our 100+ free resource page+ Marketplace at www.carenovatemag.com
Music & BrainHealth Preliminary studies of music therapy suggestthey may be helpful forsome of the symptomsrelated to dementia, suchas agitation anddepression. Severalstudies on music therapyin people withAlzheimer’s disease haveshown improvement inagitation, depression,and quality of life.Source: NCCAM.NIH.GOV Brain Food + Omega 3 Omega-3s are a group ofpolyunsaturated fatty acidsthat are important for anumber of functions in thebody. They’re found in foodssuch as fatty fish andvegetable oils and are alsoavailable as dietarysupplements. Research onomega-3s, particularly forheart health, has beencomplex and confusing. Anumber of studies haveshown that omega-3s hadprotective effects for heartdisease risk factors such as level of triglycerides in theblood. However, research has not consistently foundthat administration of
omega-3s as dietarysupplements actuallychanges the rate of heartattacks or othercardiovascular events.Experts did agree thatseafood rich in omega-3fatty acids is a usefulcomponent of a heart-healthy diet.Talk with your health careprovider if you areconsidering takingomega-3 supplements. Carbs: NotGood For Brain Recent reports in medical literature link carbohydrate calorie-richdiets to a greater risk for brain shrinkage,dementia andAlzheimer’s disease,impaired cognition andother disorders - Source: American Collegeof Nutrition. Which Brand of Fish Oil? According to LabDoorCEO, Neil Thanedar., acompany that evaluatesthe quality of dietarysupplements, 21 of 30 fish oil supplementstested were found tohave omega-3 fatty acid levelsthat varied by more than
10% from their labelclaims.The supplements ratedas being the highestquality included Dr.Tobias Optimum Omega3 Fish Oil; NordicNaturals Ultimate OmegaD3; Axis Labs CitrusOmega Fish Oil; GNCTriple Strength Fish Oiland NOW Foods UltraOmega 3. TIP:Keep fish oil in refrigerator once itsopened to extend the shelf life.
Breast Cancer &Depression Major depressive disorder,or depression, is a seriousillness. Depressioninterferes with your dailylife and routine andreduces your quality oflife. 6.7% of U.S. adultsages 18 & older havedepression.Depression affects ~ 15% to 25% of cancerpatients.Source: National CancerInstitute (NCI) CNM
35 Magazine/Issue #3 2014
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Spring sports season iscoming and high schoolsports practices are gettingstarted. March is alsoNational Brain InjuryAwareness Month, and it’s agreat time to learn moreabout a brain health issuethat can affect any of us atany time, no matter our age,gender or athletic ability. Traumatic brain injury (TBI), alsoknown as concussion or closedhead injury, is a major public healthconcern. The Centers for DiseaseControl report between 1.7 and 3.8million cases of TBI in the UnitedStates occur annually.
This is an astounding rate,especially when compared to theannual incidence rates of morerecognized ailments such as breastcancer (176,300) or HIV/AIDS(43,681). Yet experts agree that eventhese high numbers probablygrossly underestimate theincidence of such brain injuries, asthey often go undiagnosed andunreported. In addition, TBIs are associatedwith approximately 30.5% of injury-related deaths each year. Clearlythis is something we should allknow more about.
Cynthia R. Green, Ph.D. is a clinicalpsychologist, author, and noted speakerwho is a leading expert in brain health.Founder of the Memory EnhancementProgram at the Mount Sinai MedicalCenter, Dr. Green heads the Total BrainHealth® program, which providesprofessional certification training in brainhealth programs as well as programs for thegeneral public. For more information visitwww.totalbrainhealth.com.
Traumatic BrainInjury IQ
4 Things Everyone You Should KnowBy Dr Cynthia Green, PhD
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Spring sports season iscoming and high schoolsports practices are gettingstarted. March is alsoNational Brain InjuryAwareness Month, and it’s agreat time to learn moreabout a brain health issuethat can affect any of us atany time, no matter our age,gender or athletic ability. Traumatic brain injury (TBI), alsoknown as concussion or closedhead injury, is a major public healthconcern. The Centers for DiseaseControl report between 1.7 and 3.8million cases of TBI in the UnitedStates occur annually.
This is an astounding rate,especially when compared to theannual incidence rates of morerecognized ailments such as breastcancer (176,300) or HIV/AIDS(43,681). Yet experts agree that eventhese high numbers probablygrossly underestimate theincidence of such brain injuries, asthey often go undiagnosed andunreported. In addition, TBIs are associatedwith approximately 30.5% of injury-related deaths each year. Clearlythis is something we should allknow more about.
Cynthia R. Green, Ph.D. is a clinicalpsychologist, author, and noted speakerwho is a leading expert in brain health.Founder of the Memory EnhancementProgram at the Mount Sinai MedicalCenter, Dr. Green heads the Total BrainHealth® program, which providesprofessional certification training in brainhealth programs as well as programs for thegeneral public. For more information visitwww.totalbrainhealth.com.
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Did you know thatThe Eldercare Locator is a free, public service of the
U.S. Administration on Aging.
Call 800-677-1116To get information on transportation, meals, home
care, caregiver support programs andother valuable esources for older adults.
Did you know thatThe U.S. is unprepared to
meet the current & futureworkforce needs
for its older adultpopulation.
YES!
10,000 baby boomersturn 65 everyday.
Eldercare Workforce Alliance (EWA).
Here are a few steps to consider to lower TBI risk foryourself and others in your family, and some things you
should know if you or someone you care forexperiences a TBI:
Protect Yourself.There are many common-sense steps we can all take to lower our risk for TBI. Wear helmets(and insist that others do as well) for high impact sports, such as cycling, skateboarding and
skiing. Your helmet should fit snugly and comfortably. And it should be strapped on.Wearing a helmet unstrapped may seem “cool,” but a helmet won’t do much if it flies offyour head at impact. Finally, parents need to wear helmets, too. Insisting that your kids
wear helmets and then leaving them off your own head isn’t setting a very good example.Always use seat belts in the car, which is not only a good idea but also the law in most
states. Finally, look for and remove tripping hazards around the house, such as small arearugs or electric cords, which are a very significant trip risk especially for older adults.
Take Care of Your Athlete.If you have a child who participates in sports, check if their school or team requires
baseline cognitive testing. Such tests offer a guideline when assessing a TBI injury, andmany school districts now mandate such tests for participation in their athletic programs.Insist that your athlete use appropriate protective gear. Finally, if your athlete is injured,
make sure that they receive appropriate assessment and treatment, and are given plenty oftime to heal completely and are cleared by a doctor prior to returning to play. Be sensitiveto any uncharacteristic changes in mood, attention, or academic performance, which may
be signs of a missed TBI.
Anything Else I Should Know?Researchers are just beginning to understand more about the reasons individuals have
different courses of outcome from TBI. One theory recently discussed suggests that havinggreater cognitive resources, or Cognitive Reserve, may reduce risk for the long-term
consequences seen in repeated TBI. This argument is particularly interesting from a brainhealth perspective, as studies have previously shown that folks who are intellectually
engaged over their lifetime may have an associated lower risk for dementia, perhaps dueto greater Cognitive Reserve. Certainly staying intellectually engaged is simply just a good
idea; as such activities appear to be protective for long-term brain health.
Want more information on concussion? Visit the Centers for Disease Control website to learn more.
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1. TBI Can Show Itself in ManyWays. TBI is caused by impact to thebrain resulting from a direct or indirectimpact to the head, face, neck, orelsewhere. You do not need to loseconsciousness or experience serioussymptoms at injury to have had a TBI.Additional symptoms of TBI includebehavioral or emotional changes, diffusephysical complaints such as headaches,sleep disturbance, and cognitive changesincluding slower reaction times, difficultyconcentrating, or feeling like you can’tthink clearly or are in a “fog.” The moresubtle symptoms associated with TBI canmake it harder to recognize and easier toshrug off. However the growing body ofclinical research underscores theimportance of recognizing, assessing andtreating all TBIs, no matter how “minor.” 2. TBI May Matter Over the Long-Term. More and more studies suggest that havinga TBI, especially more than once, may havelong-term consequences. Several studies inretired professional football players with ahistory of multiple TBI have found that theyare at increased risk for memoryimpairment and dementia. In addition,Canadian researchers recently reported thatformer athletes who suffered a concussionover 30 years previously showed decreasedcognitive performance and abnormalfindings on brain MRI when compared witha similarly aged group who did not sustainsuch injuries. Taken together, these studiesraise questions about the long-term impactof TBI for all of us, even if we do not play aprofessional sport. A review published lastmonth by leading experts in the fieldproposes that repeated TBIs may cause a
cascade of physiological changes in thebrain that accelerate cognitive aging. 3. I’m A Coach Potato and NeverPlayed Sports, Why Should I Careabout TBI? Unlike most brain health issues, TBI is ofconcern for all of us, no matter what ourage, gender or occupation. The age groupsat greatest risk for TBI are children ages 0-4,teens, and older adults over 65. Falls are thesecond most frequent cause of TBI amongthe frail elderly and the very young, withadults over 75 having the highest incidenceof reported TBI. About 50 percent ofreported TBIs are the result of motorvehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian-vehicleincidents. Car accidents are the highestcause of head injury in adolescents. Teensare also at greater risk for sports-relatedconcussions, which often may go unnoticedor unreported. Studies suggest that youngfemale athletes may be more vulnerable toTBI. In a recent report in the June 2012 issueof the American Journal of Sports Medicineresearchers at Michigan State Universityfound that younger female athletes takelonger to recover from TBI-relatedsymptoms than their male counterparts.Finally, our military troops are experiencinghigher rates of documented TBI, in part dueto changes in combat technology. 4. OK I’m Concerned about TBI –But What Can I Do About It? As research interest in closed brain injurygrows, there is much we can learn aboutTBI, including what we can do to “mind ourbrains” when it comes to this increasinglycommon brain health concern.
What is your TBI IQ? Here are 4 things about TBI that you may not know:
Here are a few steps to consider to lower TBI risk foryourself and others in your family, and some things you
should know if you or someone you care forexperiences a TBI:
Protect Yourself.There are many common-sense steps we can all take to lower our risk for TBI. Wear helmets(and insist that others do as well) for high impact sports, such as cycling, skateboarding and
skiing. Your helmet should fit snugly and comfortably. And it should be strapped on.Wearing a helmet unstrapped may seem “cool,” but a helmet won’t do much if it flies offyour head at impact. Finally, parents need to wear helmets, too. Insisting that your kids
wear helmets and then leaving them off your own head isn’t setting a very good example.Always use seat belts in the car, which is not only a good idea but also the law in most
states. Finally, look for and remove tripping hazards around the house, such as small arearugs or electric cords, which are a very significant trip risk especially for older adults.
Take Care of Your Athlete.If you have a child who participates in sports, check if their school or team requires
baseline cognitive testing. Such tests offer a guideline when assessing a TBI injury, andmany school districts now mandate such tests for participation in their athletic programs.Insist that your athlete use appropriate protective gear. Finally, if your athlete is injured,
make sure that they receive appropriate assessment and treatment, and are given plenty oftime to heal completely and are cleared by a doctor prior to returning to play. Be sensitiveto any uncharacteristic changes in mood, attention, or academic performance, which may
be signs of a missed TBI.
Anything Else I Should Know?Researchers are just beginning to understand more about the reasons individuals have
different courses of outcome from TBI. One theory recently discussed suggests that havinggreater cognitive resources, or Cognitive Reserve, may reduce risk for the long-term
consequences seen in repeated TBI. This argument is particularly interesting from a brainhealth perspective, as studies have previously shown that folks who are intellectually
engaged over their lifetime may have an associated lower risk for dementia, perhaps dueto greater Cognitive Reserve. Certainly staying intellectually engaged is simply just a good
idea; as such activities appear to be protective for long-term brain health.
Want more information on concussion? Visit the Centers for Disease Control website to learn more.
Magazine/2014 Issue 3 38
1. TBI Can Show Itself in ManyWays. TBI is caused by impact to thebrain resulting from a direct or indirectimpact to the head, face, neck, orelsewhere. You do not need to loseconsciousness or experience serioussymptoms at injury to have had a TBI.Additional symptoms of TBI includebehavioral or emotional changes, diffusephysical complaints such as headaches,sleep disturbance, and cognitive changesincluding slower reaction times, difficultyconcentrating, or feeling like you can’tthink clearly or are in a “fog.” The moresubtle symptoms associated with TBI canmake it harder to recognize and easier toshrug off. However the growing body ofclinical research underscores theimportance of recognizing, assessing andtreating all TBIs, no matter how “minor.” 2. TBI May Matter Over the Long-Term. More and more studies suggest that havinga TBI, especially more than once, may havelong-term consequences. Several studies inretired professional football players with ahistory of multiple TBI have found that theyare at increased risk for memoryimpairment and dementia. In addition,Canadian researchers recently reported thatformer athletes who suffered a concussionover 30 years previously showed decreasedcognitive performance and abnormalfindings on brain MRI when compared witha similarly aged group who did not sustainsuch injuries. Taken together, these studiesraise questions about the long-term impactof TBI for all of us, even if we do not play aprofessional sport. A review published lastmonth by leading experts in the fieldproposes that repeated TBIs may cause a
cascade of physiological changes in thebrain that accelerate cognitive aging. 3. I’m A Coach Potato and NeverPlayed Sports, Why Should I Careabout TBI? Unlike most brain health issues, TBI is ofconcern for all of us, no matter what ourage, gender or occupation. The age groupsat greatest risk for TBI are children ages 0-4,teens, and older adults over 65. Falls are thesecond most frequent cause of TBI amongthe frail elderly and the very young, withadults over 75 having the highest incidenceof reported TBI. About 50 percent ofreported TBIs are the result of motorvehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian-vehicleincidents. Car accidents are the highestcause of head injury in adolescents. Teensare also at greater risk for sports-relatedconcussions, which often may go unnoticedor unreported. Studies suggest that youngfemale athletes may be more vulnerable toTBI. In a recent report in the June 2012 issueof the American Journal of Sports Medicineresearchers at Michigan State Universityfound that younger female athletes takelonger to recover from TBI-relatedsymptoms than their male counterparts.Finally, our military troops are experiencinghigher rates of documented TBI, in part dueto changes in combat technology. 4. OK I’m Concerned about TBI –But What Can I Do About It? As research interest in closed brain injurygrows, there is much we can learn aboutTBI, including what we can do to “mind ourbrains” when it comes to this increasinglycommon brain health concern.
What is your TBI IQ? Here are 4 things about TBI that you may not know:
1. Say Thank You!
A simple,heartfelt, sincere
"thank you very much"will do the trick.
Make youconvey why youare so grateful
5.Send A Happy Song
Cheera caregiver up,
send thema listen of
the infectioussong, Happy
(from DespicableMe 2)
by PharrellWilliams
4.Write a Lett.rs
Miss the good oledays of penmanship,
writing to expressthanks?
Then write aLettrs™, a new social
media platform,which is designed tobring back the art of
meaningfulcommunications.
3.Give a Gift.
A gift certificateto the spa, massgae, yoga or
meditation classwill do wonders for the
body & soul.
2. Offer Time!
Know a caregiver,offer them TIME to take a
brake, go to grocery,run errands &/ or time for their
doctor's appointment
Becomeone of our
senior care,aging,
medicationsafety,health
literacy &caregiving,
experts.
To learn more,please call 832.589.0076
5Simple&CostEffectiveWays
ToSHOWGrati
tudeMagazine/2014 Issue 3 40
1. Say Thank You!
A simple,heartfelt, sincere
"thank you very much"will do the trick.
Make youconvey why youare so grateful
5.Send A Happy Song
Cheera caregiver up,
send thema listen of
the infectioussong, Happy
(from DespicableMe 2)
by PharrellWilliams
4.Write a Lett.rs
Miss the good oledays of penmanship,
writing to expressthanks?
Then write aLettrs™, a new social
media platform,which is designed tobring back the art of
meaningfulcommunications.
3.Give a Gift.
A gift certificateto the spa, massgae, yoga or
meditation classwill do wonders for the
body & soul.
2. Offer Time!
Know a caregiver,offer them TIME to take a
brake, go to grocery,run errands &/ or time for their
doctor's appointment
Becomeone of our
senior care,aging,
medicationsafety,health
literacy &caregiving,
experts.
To learn more,please call 832.589.0076
5Simple&CostEffectiveWays
ToSHOWGrati
tudeMagazine/2014 Issue 3 40
Magazine/2014 Issue #23 42
"The reason is simple;the majority of hospital
workers are not trained to recognize the unique needs of
Alzheimer’sand dementia patients.
To further complicatematters,
they are most oftenunderstaffed which meansthings can be easily missed,
sometimes with tragic results.
Simply put, dementiapatients often do not receive thespecial care they require and the
results can be disastrous."
- Gary LeBlanc
LeBlanc’s was the sole caregiver to his father, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’sdisease, the cause of 70% of all dementias. A nightmare encounter lead him to action.
The wristband program is currently being piloted at Brooksville Regional Hospitalin Hernando County, Florida.
HospitalWristbandProgram
The Alzheimer’s/Dementia Hospital Wristband Program wasfounded by author, family caregiver Gary Joseph LeBlanc.
He shares with CareNovate Magazine,the inspiration behind this innovative program
Written by Dr. Erowele
CNM: WHAT IS THE ALZHEIMER'S/DEMENTIA WRISTBAND PROGRAM?
This is a project I am extremely passionate
about. Our goal is to assure that all patientswith Alzheimer’s or other dementia related
diseases, will experience as calm and tranquila stay as is possible during any time spent in a
hospital. With this thought in mind, we haverecently designed a specific wristband whichwill be fitted to all patients with dementia atthe time of their hospital admittance. The
band will be quite noticeable as it is designedto have a purple angel logo.
The very sight of this band will communicate toall hospital staff that these patients are
memory-impaired and to approach them withthis in mind. Most importantly, we will be
training all hospital personnel on dementiacare.
CNM: WHAT WAS THE DRIVINGFORCE BEHIND THIS PROJECT?
Throughout the 10-year journey of caring for
my dad with Alzheimer’s disease, he and Ipersonally experienced three different
occasions when hospital admissions werecomplete nightmares. Throughout the years,my readers have contacted me with horror
stories of their own. Many of their familymembers with dementia endured hospital
stays that would make your skin crawl. Thesestories have come to me from all over theworld, not just here in the United States.
CNM: BROOKSVILLE REGIONALHOSPITAL IN FLORIDA IS A PILOTSITE. CAN YOU EXPLAIN THEPROGRAM?
The wristband project does several things: Upon admission, patients with a prior
diagnosis of dementia have a “Purple Angel”affixed to their standard issue hospitalwristband for identification purposes.
In addition a “Purple Angel” is placed ontheir door so that anyone entering knows they
should approach with the special needs ofthese patients in mind.
Hospital staff, volunteers and at this point,some first responders receive training that I
have developed in partnership with theAlzheimer’s Association-Florida Gulf Coast
Chapter. Use of “sitters” will become standardpractice, allowing families to take much
needed breaks without worrying that theirloved ones will be left alone.
A dementia screening will be added to theadmission process in hopes of identifying anycognitive impairment, even if there is no prior
diagnosis.The Purple Angel logo, originally developed inthe UK and inspired by Norman McNamara, isquickly becoming an internationally accepted
symbol for “Dementia Awareness.” Itrepresents all dementia related diseases. Abig key to the success of this project is that
one standard symbol is used across allhealthcare systems making it instantly
recognizable.
C
I have many other health organizationinterested in this program, but we have to runthe pilot program first and learn from it; get
the bugs out, so to speak. It is extremelyimportant to keep the same protocols in place
and make the program universal in allhospitals with the same logo and the same
training everywhere. Right now we need to bepatient and build some statistics from the pilot
program.
Magazine/2014 Issue 3 42
Magazine/2014 Issue #23 42
"The reason is simple;the majority of hospital
workers are not trained to recognize the unique needs of
Alzheimer’sand dementia patients.
To further complicatematters,
they are most oftenunderstaffed which meansthings can be easily missed,
sometimes with tragic results.
Simply put, dementiapatients often do not receive thespecial care they require and the
results can be disastrous."
- Gary LeBlanc
LeBlanc’s was the sole caregiver to his father, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’sdisease, the cause of 70% of all dementias. A nightmare encounter lead him to action.
The wristband program is currently being piloted at Brooksville Regional Hospitalin Hernando County, Florida.
HospitalWristbandProgram
The Alzheimer’s/Dementia Hospital Wristband Program wasfounded by author, family caregiver Gary Joseph LeBlanc.
He shares with CareNovate Magazine,the inspiration behind this innovative program
Written by Dr. Erowele
CNM: WHAT IS THE ALZHEIMER'S/DEMENTIA WRISTBAND PROGRAM?
This is a project I am extremely passionate
about. Our goal is to assure that all patientswith Alzheimer’s or other dementia related
diseases, will experience as calm and tranquila stay as is possible during any time spent in a
hospital. With this thought in mind, we haverecently designed a specific wristband whichwill be fitted to all patients with dementia atthe time of their hospital admittance. The
band will be quite noticeable as it is designedto have a purple angel logo.
The very sight of this band will communicate toall hospital staff that these patients are
memory-impaired and to approach them withthis in mind. Most importantly, we will be
training all hospital personnel on dementiacare.
CNM: WHAT WAS THE DRIVINGFORCE BEHIND THIS PROJECT?
Throughout the 10-year journey of caring for
my dad with Alzheimer’s disease, he and Ipersonally experienced three different
occasions when hospital admissions werecomplete nightmares. Throughout the years,my readers have contacted me with horror
stories of their own. Many of their familymembers with dementia endured hospital
stays that would make your skin crawl. Thesestories have come to me from all over theworld, not just here in the United States.
CNM: BROOKSVILLE REGIONALHOSPITAL IN FLORIDA IS A PILOTSITE. CAN YOU EXPLAIN THEPROGRAM?
The wristband project does several things: Upon admission, patients with a prior
diagnosis of dementia have a “Purple Angel”affixed to their standard issue hospitalwristband for identification purposes.
In addition a “Purple Angel” is placed ontheir door so that anyone entering knows they
should approach with the special needs ofthese patients in mind.
Hospital staff, volunteers and at this point,some first responders receive training that I
have developed in partnership with theAlzheimer’s Association-Florida Gulf Coast
Chapter. Use of “sitters” will become standardpractice, allowing families to take much
needed breaks without worrying that theirloved ones will be left alone.
A dementia screening will be added to theadmission process in hopes of identifying anycognitive impairment, even if there is no prior
diagnosis.The Purple Angel logo, originally developed inthe UK and inspired by Norman McNamara, isquickly becoming an internationally accepted
symbol for “Dementia Awareness.” Itrepresents all dementia related diseases. Abig key to the success of this project is that
one standard symbol is used across allhealthcare systems making it instantly
recognizable.
C
I have many other health organizationinterested in this program, but we have to runthe pilot program first and learn from it; get
the bugs out, so to speak. It is extremelyimportant to keep the same protocols in place
and make the program universal in allhospitals with the same logo and the same
training everywhere. Right now we need to bepatient and build some statistics from the pilot
program.
Magazine/2014 Issue 3 42
www.burnbright-lifeworks.com
Martine Ehrenclou, M.A is an award-winningauthor and patient advocate, that empowerspatients to become proactive, well informed
participants in their own care.
She has also written the multiple award-winningCritical Conditions: The Essential Hospital. Guide toGet Your Loved One Out Alive (Lemon Grove Press).Ehrenclou writes monthly articles for several health
websites, national magazines, and is interviewedregularly on national TV and radio such as ABC News,
ABC World News and many more. She frequentlylectures on how to be an advocate for yourself and your
loved ones at universities, hospitals and variousorganizations.
CNM: HOW CAN OTHERHOSPITALS ORORGANIZATIONS BE PART OFTHIS PATIENT SAFETYMOVEMENT?
To get other hospitals involved, I wouldsuggest contacting me or the local
Alzheimer’s Association Chapter in theirarea.
CNM: WHERE DO YOU GOONLINE FOR YOUR HEALTH,
WELLNESS & MEDICALINFORMATION?
As a writer, I’m always researching andlooking for new resources, however I
find myself returning to the MayoClinic’s website quite often. They seemto have everything written in layman’sterms and their info is usually spot on.
CNM: WHAT IS NEXT FOR MR.LEBLANC AND ALZHEIMER'S/DEMENTIA WRISTBAND PROJECT?
Next is trying to get the wristbandproject in all hospitals around the
country and then some. Also, finishingthe next book on aftereffects that
caregivers go through. It is importantthat we realize that this journey isn’t
over when it’s over. So many caregiversneed help to re-enter that social world
we once knew. After caring for a loved one who is illfor many years, and they pass on, forcaregivers it’s as though someone hassuddenly shut off a light switch, leavingthem in the dark. Sometimes they need
a little extra help finding that switchagain. It’s important to know that this
doesn’t have to mean going through italone.
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 44
Gary Joseph LeBlanc's Tips Caring for A LovedOne with Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia
As the primary caregiver for my dad, the best advice I can give is this:
1.When caring for patients who are suffering from dementia, it is essential to
concentrate on keeping their anxiety and frustration to a low level.
2. I have found that "routine" is the best place to start. By having them live in a
run-of-the-mill lifestyle, both the patients and caregivers are helpedimmensely.
3.Keep everything in patterns. Redirection is another tool that the caregiverneeds to master, whether it is a quick turn in words or direction, or simply
using the senses of touch, taste or smell. Learning how to direct them back ona smoother, calmer path is priceless.
*
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 45
www.burnbright-lifeworks.com
Martine Ehrenclou, M.A is an award-winningauthor and patient advocate, that empowerspatients to become proactive, well informed
participants in their own care.
She has also written the multiple award-winningCritical Conditions: The Essential Hospital. Guide toGet Your Loved One Out Alive (Lemon Grove Press).Ehrenclou writes monthly articles for several health
websites, national magazines, and is interviewedregularly on national TV and radio such as ABC News,
ABC World News and many more. She frequentlylectures on how to be an advocate for yourself and your
loved ones at universities, hospitals and variousorganizations.
CNM: HOW CAN OTHERHOSPITALS ORORGANIZATIONS BE PART OFTHIS PATIENT SAFETYMOVEMENT?
To get other hospitals involved, I wouldsuggest contacting me or the local
Alzheimer’s Association Chapter in theirarea.
CNM: WHERE DO YOU GOONLINE FOR YOUR HEALTH,
WELLNESS & MEDICALINFORMATION?
As a writer, I’m always researching andlooking for new resources, however I
find myself returning to the MayoClinic’s website quite often. They seemto have everything written in layman’sterms and their info is usually spot on.
CNM: WHAT IS NEXT FOR MR.LEBLANC AND ALZHEIMER'S/DEMENTIA WRISTBAND PROJECT?
Next is trying to get the wristbandproject in all hospitals around the
country and then some. Also, finishingthe next book on aftereffects that
caregivers go through. It is importantthat we realize that this journey isn’t
over when it’s over. So many caregiversneed help to re-enter that social world
we once knew. After caring for a loved one who is illfor many years, and they pass on, forcaregivers it’s as though someone hassuddenly shut off a light switch, leavingthem in the dark. Sometimes they need
a little extra help finding that switchagain. It’s important to know that this
doesn’t have to mean going through italone.
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 44
Gary Joseph LeBlanc's Tips Caring for A LovedOne with Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia
As the primary caregiver for my dad, the best advice I can give is this:
1.When caring for patients who are suffering from dementia, it is essential to
concentrate on keeping their anxiety and frustration to a low level.
2. I have found that "routine" is the best place to start. By having them live in a
run-of-the-mill lifestyle, both the patients and caregivers are helpedimmensely.
3.Keep everything in patterns. Redirection is another tool that the caregiverneeds to master, whether it is a quick turn in words or direction, or simply
using the senses of touch, taste or smell. Learning how to direct them back ona smoother, calmer path is priceless.
*
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 45
Mom.Wife. Caregiv
er.TraumaticBrain Injury
(TBI)Advocate& Activist!Her Inspiring Story
TIFFANY:"Every 16 seconds someone becomes a
victim to a traumatic brain injury.Though this statistic is impactful
you can in no way imagine how strong ofan impact it has taken on my family.
My husband is a TBI survivor.There is no preparation for a such injury.
When it happens you must educateyourself and be ready to fight.
Not only for the life of the sufferer but for theirdignity, care, and place in society.
TBI debilitated not only my husband butalso my family.
It was truly like throwing a rock in a pond.That one impact affected the lives of
many peoplethat instant and now years later.
We have all become collateral damage to a TBI.
"
TiffanyBrooks
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 47
FEATURE STORY
Mom.Wife. Caregiv
er.TraumaticBrain Injury
(TBI)Advocate& Activist!Her Inspiring Story
TIFFANY:"Every 16 seconds someone becomes a
victim to a traumatic brain injury.Though this statistic is impactful
you can in no way imagine how strong ofan impact it has taken on my family.
My husband is a TBI survivor.There is no preparation for a such injury.
When it happens you must educateyourself and be ready to fight.
Not only for the life of the sufferer but for theirdignity, care, and place in society.
TBI debilitated not only my husband butalso my family.
It was truly like throwing a rock in a pond.That one impact affected the lives of
many peoplethat instant and now years later.
We have all become collateral damage to a TBI.
"
TiffanyBrooks
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 47
FEATURE STORY
Our biggest comfort stems from knowing we are prepared for that shoe to drop.His spirits are a roller coaster ride. At fifty he no longer has his driving privileges.There are many things he must have a second opinion on daily. The role of beinga husband and a father varies upon his state of mind. Knowing that each momentmight be the very last time he is able to interact and engage with us on a normal
lucid level is sometimes debilitating. As a family we all play a powerful andimportant role in keeping him on track, happy, and safe. We have found whatinspires, encourages and motivates him. That is mostly time with our children,
helping others, the word of God and our steady network of friends andorganizations that have been with us on this journey. CNM
CNM:You play numerous roles –wife, mother, TBI Advocate andbusiness women. How does beinga caregiver changed things? TIFFANY: It seems each day a new rolehas surfaced in my life. I was totallyprepared for the role of mother,business woman, and wife; but in no waywas there any preparation as a CareGiver and TBI advocate. AS a woman Iknew what duties a mom entailed, Ilearned quickly the duties of a wife. Ihave been an Entrepreneur for manyyears prior to my marriage so with theseroles I had comfort and security. Oncewe knew my husband suffered from aTBI that is when all the new things cameto me seemingly in a torrential flood. I inmy Early 30s had never fathomed beinga care taker of an adult. My family was healthy. We never haddiscussions of what ifs regarding longterm care, dementia, kidney failure, andheart failure, none of these things wereissues. I had to roll up my sleeves andfigure out each step on my own. Backthen I had no idea others were trulysuffering the way my husband was and Icertainly didn’t know people cared. My life has changed in so many ways.Being a care giver catapulted me into acommunity of need, awareness, despair,fear, and uncertainty. I knew that wasn’twhat I wanted for myself or my family. IfI was not okay there was no way mysuffering husband would last and mychildren would suffer more. That is whenmy advocacy kicked in. I made a vow to not only change the lifeof my family but also the lives of otherssuffering from such an unfortunatediagnosis. Now my life’s issues andendeavors have become a business forme. I am now a personal andprofessional care taker; Doing it all oneway or another, for many throughout thenation. CNM: You are probably a
champion now in raisingawareness when it comes to TBI.Share your message TIFFANY: Now that I have beencaretaking and advocating for so verylong it has become second nature to me.I feel the pain, joy, and triumph of eachscenario. Many people often ask meexactly how I do all of these things? All Ican say is “there is hope, and it is whatit…” We are fighting a battle of advocacyfor a disease that has been plaguingsociety since the beginning of time. Itbothers me that no one ever studied thebrain avidly years ago. Until recently theonly place for those suffering from TBI’swithout supportive family’s; were jails,institutions, and death. If we are oneteam then this cause should not be abattle it should only be an endeavor ofgrowth, change, and possibility.
CNM: Traumatic brain injury (TBI)is a serious public healthproblem in the United States.What do you think are the currentchallenges facing families andour society when it comes to TBI.The faint-hearted need not apply. Tiffiny: With TBI’s being such a seriouspublic health issue in the United States Ifeel the most current challenges facingus all is not enough education andresearch, lack of awareness, ignorancerun rampant, and fear. Families are beingbroken. Children are being overmedicated, Parental roles are beingreversed, suicide is running rampant,and society is treating this epidemicwith too many medicines, ineffective 72hour holds within mental facilities, andadmittance into correctional facilities.There is more that can be done. How dowe move forward from such an epidemicif society is not aware or prepared?Society as a whole must make aconscious effort to love our brains andnurture them CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 49
CNM:What tips & advice can you
give those families who are notaware or not
seeking help?
Being somewhat of a pioneer on thisfront, I have
witnessed a great deal over the years.There is a negative stigma when it comes
to Brain injuries and mental illness.Families and sufferers often becomereclusive, protective and defensive inregards to the way they deal with this.
Everyone should know they are not alone;there is support and comfort throughoutthis journey. Once you understand this
disease, educate yourself and thosearound you, and most definitely prepare
yourself for as much you time as possibleto retreat and regroup; you move forwardin a triumphant proactive manner. In the
life of the Brooks family we tend to take itone day at a time. There is no rhyme or
reason to this. Today my husband is withinhis faculties but as we all know that canchange within a second, minute, hour,
day, or week.
"Everyone shouldknow
they are not alone;there is support and comfort
throughout this journey.Once you understand this
disease, educate yourself andthose around you, and mostdefinitely prepare yourselffor as much you time aspossible to retreat and
regroup; you moveforward in a triumphant
proactive manner. "
Our biggest comfort stems from knowing we are prepared for that shoe to drop.His spirits are a roller coaster ride. At fifty he no longer has his driving privileges.There are many things he must have a second opinion on daily. The role of beinga husband and a father varies upon his state of mind. Knowing that each momentmight be the very last time he is able to interact and engage with us on a normal
lucid level is sometimes debilitating. As a family we all play a powerful andimportant role in keeping him on track, happy, and safe. We have found whatinspires, encourages and motivates him. That is mostly time with our children,
helping others, the word of God and our steady network of friends andorganizations that have been with us on this journey. CNM
CNM:You play numerous roles –wife, mother, TBI Advocate andbusiness women. How does beinga caregiver changed things? TIFFANY: It seems each day a new rolehas surfaced in my life. I was totallyprepared for the role of mother,business woman, and wife; but in no waywas there any preparation as a CareGiver and TBI advocate. AS a woman Iknew what duties a mom entailed, Ilearned quickly the duties of a wife. Ihave been an Entrepreneur for manyyears prior to my marriage so with theseroles I had comfort and security. Oncewe knew my husband suffered from aTBI that is when all the new things cameto me seemingly in a torrential flood. I inmy Early 30s had never fathomed beinga care taker of an adult. My family was healthy. We never haddiscussions of what ifs regarding longterm care, dementia, kidney failure, andheart failure, none of these things wereissues. I had to roll up my sleeves andfigure out each step on my own. Backthen I had no idea others were trulysuffering the way my husband was and Icertainly didn’t know people cared. My life has changed in so many ways.Being a care giver catapulted me into acommunity of need, awareness, despair,fear, and uncertainty. I knew that wasn’twhat I wanted for myself or my family. IfI was not okay there was no way mysuffering husband would last and mychildren would suffer more. That is whenmy advocacy kicked in. I made a vow to not only change the lifeof my family but also the lives of otherssuffering from such an unfortunatediagnosis. Now my life’s issues andendeavors have become a business forme. I am now a personal andprofessional care taker; Doing it all oneway or another, for many throughout thenation. CNM: You are probably a
champion now in raisingawareness when it comes to TBI.Share your message TIFFANY: Now that I have beencaretaking and advocating for so verylong it has become second nature to me.I feel the pain, joy, and triumph of eachscenario. Many people often ask meexactly how I do all of these things? All Ican say is “there is hope, and it is whatit…” We are fighting a battle of advocacyfor a disease that has been plaguingsociety since the beginning of time. Itbothers me that no one ever studied thebrain avidly years ago. Until recently theonly place for those suffering from TBI’swithout supportive family’s; were jails,institutions, and death. If we are oneteam then this cause should not be abattle it should only be an endeavor ofgrowth, change, and possibility.
CNM: Traumatic brain injury (TBI)is a serious public healthproblem in the United States.What do you think are the currentchallenges facing families andour society when it comes to TBI.The faint-hearted need not apply. Tiffiny: With TBI’s being such a seriouspublic health issue in the United States Ifeel the most current challenges facingus all is not enough education andresearch, lack of awareness, ignorancerun rampant, and fear. Families are beingbroken. Children are being overmedicated, Parental roles are beingreversed, suicide is running rampant,and society is treating this epidemicwith too many medicines, ineffective 72hour holds within mental facilities, andadmittance into correctional facilities.There is more that can be done. How dowe move forward from such an epidemicif society is not aware or prepared?Society as a whole must make aconscious effort to love our brains andnurture them CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 49
CNM:What tips & advice can you
give those families who are notaware or not
seeking help?
Being somewhat of a pioneer on thisfront, I have
witnessed a great deal over the years.There is a negative stigma when it comes
to Brain injuries and mental illness.Families and sufferers often becomereclusive, protective and defensive inregards to the way they deal with this.
Everyone should know they are not alone;there is support and comfort throughoutthis journey. Once you understand this
disease, educate yourself and thosearound you, and most definitely prepare
yourself for as much you time as possibleto retreat and regroup; you move forwardin a triumphant proactive manner. In the
life of the Brooks family we tend to take itone day at a time. There is no rhyme or
reason to this. Today my husband is withinhis faculties but as we all know that canchange within a second, minute, hour,
day, or week.
"Everyone shouldknow
they are not alone;there is support and comfort
throughout this journey.Once you understand this
disease, educate yourself andthose around you, and mostdefinitely prepare yourselffor as much you time aspossible to retreat and
regroup; you moveforward in a triumphant
proactive manner. "
Healthy & Quick TastyMeals for Busy Caregivers
Featuring Kat's CookingBasil Sundried Tomato Garlic Baby Spinach Shrimp Pasta
This dish is mouthwatering, calls for
multitude of instructions– however it is worth theeffort. It calls for tons ofspinach. If you are up forthe effort, this dish is fullof flavor while still being
quite light.
Prep Time:30 minutesCook time:30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients:
Shrimp -Cherry tomatoes - 2/3 cupSun Dried Tomatoes - 1 cup
2 cups of baby spinach -Garlic - 2 tablespoons minced
Lemon - 2 lemonsBlack Pepper - 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh
groundSalt - 2 tablespoons
Butter - 2 tablespoonsLinguini -
Parmesan cheese - 3/4 cup shreddedRed Pepper Flakes - To garnishBasil - 1 cup cut into thin strips
Parsley - 1 tablespoon minced ( to garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cut your lemons in half and squeeze out asmuch juice as you can into a cup. Use a sieve
to remove the pulp and seeds.2. Slice your sundried tomatoes into thin
strips3. Rinse your baby spinach and put them in a
bowl4. Rinse your baby tomatoes and cut in half
5. Peel and devein your shrimp6. Heat your pan to medium heat
7. Put the butter in the pan. Once it begins tosizzle, add garlic, mix well, frying garlic
8. After 3-4 minutes and add the shrimpCook for 6-7 minutes and add the
lemon juice9. Add your salt and black pepper to taste
(it's ok if it's a bit salty as the pasta will dilutethis)
10. Cook for another 6-7 minutesStart boiling your water for your pasta
11. When it's boiling, go ahead and cook yourlinguini to instructions.
12. Once cooked, set the linguini aside.Heat the second pan - Note you can do this
as the pasta cooks13. Add a tablespoon of butter14. Add the halved tomatoes
15. Cook on high for about 10 minutes untilthey begin to sear
16. Add the strips of sundried tomatoesCook for another 5 minutes
17. Back to the first pan : Add the babyspinach on top of the shrimp. Make sure the
pasta is done and drained.18. Mix and toss for just 3 - 5 minutes. You
want them to wilt but not completely wither.19. Add the pasta to the pan and mix
20. Once fully mixed, add the tomatoes fromthe second pan
Mix again21. Garnish with basil
22. Garnish with parmesan cheese , redpepper flakes and parsley (optional)
topped dish
For more, http://katscooking.com
“If we want to make the bestproducts, we also have to invest in thebest ideas... Every dollar we invested tomap the human genome returned $140to our economy... Today, our scientists
are mapping the human brain tounlock the answers to Alzheimer’s…Now is not the time to gut these job-creating investments in science and
innovation. Now is the time to reach alevel of research and development not
seen since the height of the Space
Race.”
- President Barack Obama,2013 State of the Union
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 51
Healthy & Quick TastyMeals for Busy Caregivers
Featuring Kat's CookingBasil Sundried Tomato Garlic Baby Spinach Shrimp Pasta
This dish is mouthwatering, calls for
multitude of instructions– however it is worth theeffort. It calls for tons ofspinach. If you are up forthe effort, this dish is fullof flavor while still being
quite light.
Prep Time:30 minutesCook time:30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients:
Shrimp -Cherry tomatoes - 2/3 cupSun Dried Tomatoes - 1 cup
2 cups of baby spinach -Garlic - 2 tablespoons minced
Lemon - 2 lemonsBlack Pepper - 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh
groundSalt - 2 tablespoons
Butter - 2 tablespoonsLinguini -
Parmesan cheese - 3/4 cup shreddedRed Pepper Flakes - To garnishBasil - 1 cup cut into thin strips
Parsley - 1 tablespoon minced ( to garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cut your lemons in half and squeeze out asmuch juice as you can into a cup. Use a sieve
to remove the pulp and seeds.2. Slice your sundried tomatoes into thin
strips3. Rinse your baby spinach and put them in a
bowl4. Rinse your baby tomatoes and cut in half
5. Peel and devein your shrimp6. Heat your pan to medium heat
7. Put the butter in the pan. Once it begins tosizzle, add garlic, mix well, frying garlic
8. After 3-4 minutes and add the shrimpCook for 6-7 minutes and add the
lemon juice9. Add your salt and black pepper to taste
(it's ok if it's a bit salty as the pasta will dilutethis)
10. Cook for another 6-7 minutesStart boiling your water for your pasta
11. When it's boiling, go ahead and cook yourlinguini to instructions.
12. Once cooked, set the linguini aside.Heat the second pan - Note you can do this
as the pasta cooks13. Add a tablespoon of butter14. Add the halved tomatoes
15. Cook on high for about 10 minutes untilthey begin to sear
16. Add the strips of sundried tomatoesCook for another 5 minutes
17. Back to the first pan : Add the babyspinach on top of the shrimp. Make sure the
pasta is done and drained.18. Mix and toss for just 3 - 5 minutes. You
want them to wilt but not completely wither.19. Add the pasta to the pan and mix
20. Once fully mixed, add the tomatoes fromthe second pan
Mix again21. Garnish with basil
22. Garnish with parmesan cheese , redpepper flakes and parsley (optional)
topped dish
For more, http://katscooking.com
“If we want to make the bestproducts, we also have to invest in thebest ideas... Every dollar we invested tomap the human genome returned $140to our economy... Today, our scientists
are mapping the human brain tounlock the answers to Alzheimer’s…Now is not the time to gut these job-creating investments in science and
innovation. Now is the time to reach alevel of research and development not
seen since the height of the Space
Race.”
- President Barack Obama,2013 State of the Union
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 51
TAX TIPSIt is Spring and by the time we know it, it will be April 15 which means
time to pay taxes. If you or you know someone whoprovide more than half the financial support for a
care recipient? If so you may be entitled to taxdeduction relief. AARP provides some great
information but consult your tax accountant tomake sure you qualify.
3 ways you can reap tax benefits as a family caregiver:
1. You might be able to claim your loved one as a dependent, reducingyour taxable income by $3,700.
2. You might qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Credit.3. You may qualify for a deduction for money you spent on your
loved one’s medical expenses and care.
Here’s how it works.
To claim your loved one as a dependent:• Your loved one’s gross income must be less than $3,700
(excluding Social Security or disability payments).• You must be paying for more than half of your loved one’s
expenses.• Your loved one can’t be claimed as a dependent by anyone else.
The Child and Dependent Care Credit could be an option if:• You have earned income.
• Your loved one can’t take care of him or herself due tomental or physical limitations.
• The recipient must be claimed as a dependent on yourtax return.
This option would provide you with a credit of up to 35 % of theexpenses incurred for dependent care, with a maximum of
$3,000 (translating into a maximum $1,050 tax credit).• If your loved one’s gross income was more than $3,700, you
cannot claim him or her as a dependent, but you might beable to take a deduction on the medical expenses if those are
more than 7.5 percent of your adjusted gross income.
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 52
Spring 2014 - Issue No. 3
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& family caregiverNFL style
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Traumatic Brain
Injury (TBI)What Every Parent, Family, CaregiverNeed To Know
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April is Minority Health Month #MinorityHealth.
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Break Time For Caregivers
TAX TIPSIt is Spring and by the time we know it, it will be April 15 which means
time to pay taxes. If you or you know someone whoprovide more than half the financial support for a
care recipient? If so you may be entitled to taxdeduction relief. AARP provides some great
information but consult your tax accountant tomake sure you qualify.
3 ways you can reap tax benefits as a family caregiver:
1. You might be able to claim your loved one as a dependent, reducingyour taxable income by $3,700.
2. You might qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Credit.3. You may qualify for a deduction for money you spent on your
loved one’s medical expenses and care.
Here’s how it works.
To claim your loved one as a dependent:• Your loved one’s gross income must be less than $3,700
(excluding Social Security or disability payments).• You must be paying for more than half of your loved one’s
expenses.• Your loved one can’t be claimed as a dependent by anyone else.
The Child and Dependent Care Credit could be an option if:• You have earned income.
• Your loved one can’t take care of him or herself due tomental or physical limitations.
• The recipient must be claimed as a dependent on yourtax return.
This option would provide you with a credit of up to 35 % of theexpenses incurred for dependent care, with a maximum of
$3,000 (translating into a maximum $1,050 tax credit).• If your loved one’s gross income was more than $3,700, you
cannot claim him or her as a dependent, but you might beable to take a deduction on the medical expenses if those are
more than 7.5 percent of your adjusted gross income.
CareNovate Magazine//Spring 2014 52
Spring 2014 - Issue No. 3
TiffanyBrooks
On being a wife, mom,brain injury advocate
& family caregiverNFL style
AfricanGèlè Tea
FashionRaising Alzheimer's
Disease + Dementia
Awareness
Depression & Caregivers
Get C.A.R.E Tips & Help Today!
Traumatic Brain
Injury (TBI)What Every Parent, Family, CaregiverNeed To Know
CareNovateMagazine
www.carenovatemag.com
April is Minority Health Month #MinorityHealth.
National Health Decision Day #NHDD is April 16th.
Respite CareServices
Break Time For Caregivers
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