Leqembi – The Newest Alzheimer’s Treatment to Reduce the Accumulation of Amyloid Beta in the Brain Receives FDA Approval
In July the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Leqembi via the Accelerated Approval pathway for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Leqembi is the second of a new
Enriching The Lives of Residents Through Art Music and Language Studies
The Cordwainer in Norwell was founded on the belief and research that a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia does not mean the end of living a happy and fulfilling
When is it Time for Dementia Care: 10 Tips for Caregiver Spouses
Imagine that you and your spouse have worked most of your adult lives either as a stay-at-home parent or an employee for a company. You save your money and plan a
Rosalynn Carter’s diagnosis shines a light on dementia care and risk factors
According to the World Health Organization, 55 million people around the globe are living with dementia, and by 2050 that number is projected to reach
Why Respite Care is Essential for Caregivers and Your Senior Loved One
Providing care at home for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can be both rewarding and stressful. It’s certainly rewarding to be valued and helpful,
Tamilyn Liesenfeld, Founder and Owner, Discusses How The Cordwainer is Reimagining Memory Care Through Design, Programming and Technology
“In how we design and build spaces for our elders to live, we can make a difference in not only their lives, but the lives of their families and the staff who do the great work of delivering care.”
Language Studies Improve Quality of Life For Individuals Living with Dementia
At The Cordwainer we are reimagining memory care for individuals living with dementia by offering programs including foreign language activities for residents. Our The Learned Environment℠
The Powerful Connection Between Music and Memories
At The Cordwainer, we are a strong proponent of music therapy as part of a curriculum for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia. A recent Washington Post article
VIDEO: Dr. Andrew Budson Discusses Two of His Seminal Memory Care Books
Dr. Andrew Budson, who has co-authored several respected books on memory care and dementia, recently spoke at The Cordwainer in Norwell to discuss two of his books, and
New Book by Local Dementia Care Experts Dives into Science of Memory
Andrew E. Budson, MD, a frequent speaker at The Cordwainer, has released a new book in collaboration with another local dementia care expert, Elizabeth A. Kensinger, PhD
