Very interesting article in the Wall Street Journal today.  It seems more and more academic institutions are researching ways to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.

SLR has been focused on prevention for a long time, and our innovations in memory support affect what we do not only in our Memory Support Neighborhoods but also in our traditional assisted livings.  Following the advice of top experts, like Dr. Kenneth S. Kosik in this article, can only bring positive benefits!  The article mentions modifications in diet.

At Methuen Village we follow a Memory Preservation Nutrition Program, which consists of using brain-healthy ingredients in all of our recipes.  In our Memory Support Neighborhood our residents participate in a weekly learning curriculum, called Reconnections – which incorporates different ways for them to engage with their peers and our Program Director, while stimulating their mind.

As far as physical exercise, we are always looking for ways to improve our exercise program and add variety (we now have a regularly scheduled yoga class for example).  We will soon be offering to our residents the opportunity to participate in a research study through Tufts University, examining the effects of exercise and nutrition on physical and mental wellbeing.  Stay tuned for more details on that!