Healthy Habits
This common condition - often called the 'silent killer' raises the risk for memory problems later in life
Hypertension or high blood pressure
What is the name of CTGRs brain health support group?
Mind Readers
It is a welcome gathering focused on brain health, memory, connections, books, and shared experiences.
Meetings at Chachalu gym every 1st and 3rd Tue of the month from 10:00-11:30 am and 3:30-5:00 pm
True or False. Dementia is a normal part of aging
False
Dementia is a disease that causes serious, progressive cognitive loss that disrupts daily life, whereas normal aging brings only mild, occasional forgetfulness
Bermuda, Bahama...
Come on pretty momma. Key Largo, Montego, baby, why don't we go? Ooh, I wanna take you down to Kokomo
The Beach Boys, Kokomo (1988)
This movie features a group of colorful characters — including a colonel, professor, a maid, and a butler
Clue (1985)
Managing blood sugar is important because the brain relies on this for energy
Glucose
To reduce stress and avoid burnout, caregivers are encouraged to prioritize this
Their own well-being
Nearly 8 out of 10 caregivers experience burnout, making self‑care critical. Contact Community Health for possible respite options.
True or False. Prescription drugs that prevent Alzheimer's disease are available
False
There are no prescription drugs that can prevent Alzheimer’s disease — current medications only help manage symptoms, not stop the disease
I've got chills...
They're multiplying and I'm losing control. 'Cause the power you're supplying, it's electrifying
Grease, You're the One that I Want (1978)
This U.S. state is known as ‘The Sunshine State’ and is famous for its oranges and beaches
Florida
This diet, combining the Mediterranean and DASH plans, emphasizes green leafy vegetables, berries, nuts, whole grains, fish, beans, poultry, and olive oil to support brain health
MIND diet
The MIND diet has been shown to reduce oxidative stress and inflammation and is associated with slower decline in brain function
To help reduce nighttime agitation, caregivers are encouraged to support this during the daytime
Physical activity
Many people with dementia become more confused or restless in the evening, a pattern often called sundowning.
True or False. Alzheimer’s disease is strictly a disease of the old
False
About 110 out of every 100,000 adults ages 30–64 have younger‑onset Alzheimer’s — it’s rare, but it does happen
Jump in the shower and the blood starts pumpin...
Out on the street, the traffic starts jumpin'
With folks like me on the job from 9 to 5
Dolly Parton, 9 to 5 (1980)
This deep-blue gemstone is the traditional birthstone for September
Sapphire
This is the minimum recommended minutes per week of moderate exercise—like brisk walking—to support brain and overall health
150 minutes
Did you know the EAC and Community Health offer exercise programs?
As dementia progresses, this physical risk increases and caregivers must pay extra attention to home safety
Falls
Nearly 50% of older adults living with dementia experience at least one fall per year compared to 30% amongst those w/o dementia
True or False. Sudden confusion and trouble with memory is an indicator of dementia
False
Dementia has a slow, gradual onset. Sudden or acute confusion usually points to another medical issue
The day the music died I started singing
Bye bye Miss. American pie. Drove my chevy to the levy but the levy was dry. And good old boys were drinking whiskey and rye singing this will be the day that I die. This will be the day that I die
Don McLean, American Pie (1971)
This sea-horse-shaped brain structure is crucial for turning short-term memories into long-term ones
Hippocampus
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there are 10 healthy habits to lower dementia risk. Name 6 of them
Protect your head. Be smoke free. Get moving. Challenge your mind. Control your BP. Manage diabetes. Sleep well. Stay in school. Eat right. Maintain a healthy weight
These supporters provide so much unpaid help for loved ones with dementia that experts estimate their contribution is worth billions of dollars every year
Unpaid, family caregivers
Unpaid dementia care was valued at over $446 billion in 2025
True or False. Most people with dementia live in nursing homes.
False
About 85% of people living with dementia remain in home or community settings, not nursing homes
Deep down in Louisiana, close to New Orleans...
Way back up in the woods among the evergreens. There stood a log cabin made of earth and wood
Where lived a country boy named Johnny B. Goode. Who never ever learned to read or write so well
But he could play a guitar just like a-ringin' a bell. Go, go. Go, Johnny, go, go. Go, Johnny, go, go. Go, Johnny, go, go. Go, Johnny, go, go. Johnny B. Goode
Chuck Berry, Johnny B Goode (1958)
This musical instrument gets its name from the Italian word for “soft-loud,” referring to its ability to play both — a clue to its expressive range.
The piano