Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s disease



Comedian Seth Rogen’s Hilarious and Poignant Speech on Alzheimer’s Disease

The star from Pineapple Express delivers the opening statement before a Senate hearing on Alzheimer's research
Posted on June 4, 2014 by Christopher Hewitt (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Most people—more likely the younger generations—know Seth Rogen from his token role as a hilarious, pot-smoking man-child in films such as Knocked Up (2007) and Pineapple Express (2008). But there’s much more to a man who excels in what he himself … Continue reading →

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What’s the Link Between Wisdom & Alzheimer’s in Old Age? An Interview with Laura Anthony

Laura Anthony talks about fostering wisdom and growth in the midst of dementia and old age
Posted on February 1, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Laura Anthony, a public health professional living in Bradenton, Florida. Laura earned her Bachelor’s in Health Science from SUNY Cortland in 1985, and her Master’s in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel … Continue reading →

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“Never say Die” by 
Susan Jacoby

No matter their efforts, Boomers will become physically and mentally crippled by old age
Posted on October 31, 2013 by Robert Lind (Contributor)

I hate the thought of old age and I do my best at keeping good care of my body. “Never Say Die” by Susan Jacoby tells us that no matter how much we exercise or how many supplements we take, … Continue reading →

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Is Copper to Blame? Research Says the Metal May Cause Alzheimer’s

Research finds that a high amount of copper in our diet may encourage dementia
Posted on October 2, 2013 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

New research by Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) revealed that copper, when found in excess in the brain, could be encouraging dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. A high amount of copper in our diet could be due to … Continue reading →

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What Are Hospice Services? An Interview with Amy Tucci

An insider's view and facts about hospice services that you might not know
Posted on September 14, 2013 by Jeanette Summers (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Amy Tucci is the President and CEO of Hospice Foundation of America, headquartered in Washington D.C . She oversees organizational programming, manages and raises funds for the hospice services organization. Before arriving at Hospice Foundation of  America, Amy was a  former journalist and communications … Continue reading →

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What is the Presence Care Project? An Interview with Marguerite Manteau-Rao

Exploring how mindfulness based dementia care can help reduce stress
Posted on June 15, 2013 by Katie Ryan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Marguerite Maneau-Rao, LCSW, ATR, is the CEO and founder of the Presence Care Project. Once a volunteer at Zen Hospice, she now focuses on mindfulness based techniques to reduce stress among those suffering from dementia and their caregivers. She is a … Continue reading →

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