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So Many Goodbyes
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We offer help, hope & light to those dealing with the darkness of Alzheimer's & other dementia, what we refer to as "So Many Goodbyes." Because we also believe you CAN still find & savor the joy during the journey. http://somanygoodbyes.com #SoManyGoodbyes
Bummer.

It’s not exactly the breakthrough research we were hoping for…

But all good research – as we know – is nuanced.

And so… we patiently persist with hope.

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#Alzheimers #GLP1s #dementia #research #caregivers #hope #ENDALZ #dementiaResearch #AlzheimersResearch
December 10, 2025 at 12:14 AM
This. 💜

Please also catch our "Hello Alzheimer's" conversation on this important topic with the wonderful Sara Barsel, founder of the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group.
You can find it wherever you get your podcasts or at this link: www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ud4ih-...

#Alzheimers #dementia
December 2, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The Notebook.

The love story that especially resonates with those who also know the Alzheimer's or other dementia story.
Please note the powerful reminder within this beautiful Ordway production: You are not alone.

The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900.

#Alzheimers #dementia
November 26, 2025 at 7:27 PM
In a new film, Chris Hemsworth joins other celebrities who've courageously come forward with their own #caregiving or #dementia connections.

WHY does this matter?

Because every voice helps every person touched by caregiving or dementia feel... just a little less alone.
www.msn.com/en-us/health...
November 12, 2025 at 1:23 AM
I have the honor of moderating a panel of some powerful women tomorrow, as they address the latest research related to care for women that can help us reduce our risk of #Alzheimer’s, other #dementia and other chronic conditions.
 
Please join us: www.letstalkhealthwomen.com/event-tickets
November 6, 2025 at 2:43 AM
A conversation with Maren Levad of Trellis, the Twin Cities Area Agency on Aging, about how we can comfort, inform and empower each of the brave young members of our families and communities when it comes to #dementia.

You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts. 💜 #Alzheimers
October 31, 2025 at 1:27 AM
I was beyond honored to be interviewed by RJ Devick for the Bond & Devick Wealth Partners “Beyond the Numbers” podcast.

It’s a conversation between two friends who both know the true cost of caregiving.

You can find the podcast at the QR code below or wherever you get your podcasts. 💜

#dementia
October 29, 2025 at 12:59 AM
What in the world is “Gary’s FUB Team?”
 
To learn more about #frontotemporaldementia AND what “Gary’s FUB Team” really means, please check out this week’s powerful conversation with Nanci Anderson.

You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts.  💜
 
#dementia #caregivers
October 23, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Could a lithium deficiency cause #Alzheimer’s or other #dementia?

That was the question asked (and, at least preliminarily, answered) in a Nature study this summer.

Katie Couric interviewed Dr. Bruce Yankner, the lead author and a professor of neurology at Harvard: www.youtube.com/@KatieCouric
October 23, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Tamara Statz offers guidance to people living the different dementia “roles:” the primary care partner, the adult child who’s also a care partner, the person living with dementia and the village.

You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts. 🥰
October 3, 2025 at 2:47 PM
It’s about family.

Your family.
My family.
Our #Alzheimer’s & other #dementia family.

It’s also about hope.

The hope we feel right now, more than ever.

Thank you, my dear family, for all the love, support & hope you gave – we all gave – each other yesterday… Here for you always. 💜
#Walk2EndAlz
September 29, 2025 at 1:39 AM
“It’s an exciting time in dementia research.”

@healthpartnersmn.bsky.social Neuropsychologist Dr. Kate Wyman offers a relatable, hopeful and, yes, exciting overview of the 2025 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference.

You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts. 💜
September 18, 2025 at 11:26 PM
My conversation with Dr. Ron Petersen about what, exactly, we can do – right NOW – to reduce our risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other dementia.
 
You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for your support, as always. 💜
 
@mayoclinic.org #Alzheimer's #dementia
September 5, 2025 at 1:43 AM
It was All Things Good! At the All Things Grief! Conference today.
I was honored to present a workshop, “From ‘The Long Goodbye’ to ‘So Many Goodbyes,’ Understanding #Grief During the #Alzheimer’s and Other #Dementia Marathon.”
And I’m ALWAYS honored to be surrounded by such a powerful community… 💜
August 22, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Returned to “Spoonbridge and Cherry,” where Gary proposed to me just a “few” years ago.
And then toasted and shared stories at our beloved Bar Lurcat, site of So Many family celebrations.
You know me… I’m a big believer in making – and then protecting – every single memory. 💜

#Alzheimers #dementia
August 21, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Here’s to Brighter Days throughout this week, month and life.

I am honored to be a Workshop Presenter at the All Things Grief! Professional Development Conference THIS THURSDAY (Aug. 21), hosted by Brighter Days Family Grief Center. 💜

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#grief #alzheimers #dementia
August 18, 2025 at 11:52 PM
The conversation every woman (and man!) needs to hear.

Why are we seeing this #Alzheimers gender gap?

We cover all the research and reasons for hope in our conversation with Dr. Madeline Cross @healthpartnersmn.bsky.social.

You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts. 💜
August 15, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Could it be the silver bullet we’ve been looking for in #Alzheimer’s research?!
Well, it’s silver anyway…
It's too early to say if #lithium may be THE piece of the puzzle we need. But my network of advocates and researchers believe this development is BIG.
www.washingtonpost.com/science/2025...
August 11, 2025 at 9:03 PM
A conversation that both informs and inspires...
Peter Zubert shares his parallel journeys of walking alongside his mother AND addressing his own hearing loss.
You can find "Hello Alzheimer's" wherever you get your podcasts. 💜
#Alzheimers #dementia #AlzheimersAndHearingLoss #dementiaAndHearingLoss
August 8, 2025 at 12:10 AM
If you know #dementia, you also know dental care can pose an absolute challenge.

But yet again, our village is stepping up to provide hope in addressing that challenge...

Grateful to talk with Stephen Shuman, DDS, MS. You can find "Hello Alzheimer's" wherever you get your podcasts.

#Alzheimers
July 25, 2025 at 4:47 PM
If you’re like me, you marvel at all the good being done by Minnesota Masonic Charities.

And so I’m also marveling – humbled & honored – to be featured in the latest episode of “Minnesota Masonic Histories and Mysteries” podcast. You can listen wherever you get your podcasts. #Alzheimers #dementia
July 23, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Finding “love, peace and joy” during the #dementia journey.

Please listen to our conversation with Linda Knebel Pruden, author of "From Fear to Peace: Growing Spiritually as a Dementia Caregiver."

You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts.💜 #Alzheimer #caregivers #podcast
July 17, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Friends, NOW is the time... and NOW is the year to get involved in this fight, given all the momentum, progress and realistic HOPE for a world without #Alzheimer's.

Please join us for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, Twin Cities: alz.org/walk 💜😘 #dementia #caregivers #ENDALZ #Walk2EndAlz
July 16, 2025 at 9:52 PM
People and passion build the best missions.
 
I’m so inspired by every person, every word and every moment shared at the Arm in Arm in Africa’s 25th Anniversary Celebration last night, which I was deeply honored to emcee.

Learn more about their inspiring mission:
www.aiaia.org

#ItTakesAVillage
July 16, 2025 at 12:33 AM
You know I believe in the beauty of travel and the chance to make memories with loved ones.
That’s why I savored this conversation with Sarah Barsel with the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group.
You can find “Hello Alzheimer’s” wherever you get your podcasts. 💜 #caregivers #dementiatravel
July 10, 2025 at 10:44 PM