In this Issue

In the News

Alzheimer's Disease on the Rise in America

The Alzheimer's Association recently released a report that included new estimates of the incidence of Alzheimer's in the U.S. More than five million Americans have the disease, a 10 percent increase from the last official estimate five years ago. Read More

Yet Another Reason to Exercise: Preventing Debilitating Falls and Injuries

Did you know that one in three adults over the age of 65 experiences a fall each year? This month, the National Athletic Trainers' Association and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons have launched a joint campaign to combat the problem of elder falls. Read More

Ask the Expert

Introducing In-Home Care When Your Loved One Says "No"

Many of our loved ones resist having "strangers" in their home to help provide care or household assistance. Yet in-home assistance is often critical in allowing you a break and time to relax and rejuvenate. There are ways to make the transition easier. Here are some important tips on making your loved one feel more comfortable with in-home help. Read More

Policy Update

New Study: Other Health Care Proposals Offer Alternatives to Bush's

The Commonwealth Fund has recently released a study that compares various healthcare reform proposals introduced by members of Congress over the past two legislative sessions, including President Bush's plan. Read More

California Takes the Lead in Funding Stem Cell Research

The California Institute of Regenerative Medicine has announced new grant awards worth more than $75 million to 29 research teams at 12 nonprofit organizations statewide. The grants will fund ongoing and new human embryonic stem cell research projects. Read More

On the Calendar

Information on events throughout California of interest to caregivers and their families. Read More

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