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February: SleepMarch: Brain, Body & Beyond General Resources Resources Fountain of Health ; FR version: header “Ressources générales”, link: La fontaine de la santé Episode 11: Take Good Care – Brain Health for Caregivers Resources Caregiver support – from Baycrest Caregiver support: Caregivers are at high risk for developing depression and mental health issues – from Baycrest Caregiver support: Managing behaviour changes – from Baycrest Caregiver support: Look after yourself – from Baycrest Quick Response Caregiver Tool – from Baycrest Caregiving resources – from Baycrest’s Health Information Portal Caregiver Centre – from Cogniciti Caregiver resources – from the Alzheimer’s Association I’m caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease – from the Ontario Caregiver Organization Episode 10: Reduce Your Stress for Brain Health Resources Can stress cause dementia? – From the Alzheimer’s Society of the UK Reducing stress – From the Alzheimer’s Association Protect your brain from stress – From Harvard Health What is the evidence linking stress to dementia? – From Psychiatry UK Reduce stress – From the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Can lowering stress levels really help prevent dementia? – From Psychiatry UK Dementia risk and stress – From Cyber-Seniors Episode 9: Reducing Your Risk: Keep It Simple Resources Community programs: Baycrest’s Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health and Wellness Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing Practical tools and tips: 15 Things You Can Do Now To Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia: #5 Stimulating Activities – video by Baycrest Train Your Brain – by Harvard Health About the effects on lifestyle on dementia risk: Lifestyle behaviors can lower your risk of dementia – from the CDC Healthy lifestyle behaviors reduced dementia risk despite family history of dementia – from the American Heart Association Episode 8: Sleep Solutions for a Sharp Mind Resources Practical tips: The Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep – from Baycrest Caregiver training: Sleep disturbances [video] – from the UCLA Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Program More information about the link between sleep and dementia: Good sleep for good health: Get the rest you need – from the National Institutes of Health Sleep and dementia risk – from the UK Alzheimer’s Society Understanding the connection between sleep and dementia – from Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Sleep problems and dementia - from WebMD Studies on sleep and dementia: Deep sleep may mitigate Alzheimer's memory loss – from Berkeley News Seven to eight hours: The goldilocks of sleep – from Cognitive Vitality Episode 7: Air Pollution Resources Studies on air pollution and dementia risk: Western research shows traffic related air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia – from Western University Air pollution linked to higher dementia risk: Study – from WebMD Air pollution may increase risk for dementia – from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Check the air quality in your area: Local Air Quality Health Index – from the Government of Canada Air Now – Air Quality Index for the US – from the US Government Air Pollution in World: Real-time Air Quality Index Visual Map Tips to reduce your air pollution exposure: Tips for reducing indoor pollutants in your home – from HealthLinkBC Improve indoor air quality in your home – from the Government of Canada 10 tips to protect yourself from unhealthy air – from the American Lung Association How to build your own air purifier: Science in action: How to build a Corsi-Rosenthal box – from UC Davis College of Engineering Instructions: How to make a Corsi-Rosenthal Box Instructions: How to make a Mini Corsi-Rosenthal Box Episode 5: Boost Your Brain One Bite at a Time Resources Cooking Up Calm eBook – from the University of Alberta’s Living Well Research Team Brain Health Food Guide – from Baycrest and the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging (CCNA) Brain Health Recipes – from Cogniciti Feed Your Brain What It Needs – Eat Right – from Cogniciti 101 Tips for Tip-Top Health – from Harvard Medical School Promoting Brain Health – free educational module from iGeriCare Episode 4: Exercise Resources Arnold’s Pump Club Newsletter – from Arnold Schwarzenegger Baycrest’s Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health and Wellness Dr. Jennifer Heisz’ book, Move the Body, Heal the Mind Regular exercise changes the brain to improve memory, thinking skills – from Harvard Health Expert Alert: Keep exercising: New study finds it’s good for your brain’s gray matter – from the Mayo Clinic Working out boosts brain health – from the American Psychological Association How Exercise Protects Your Brain’s Health – from the Cleveland Clinic How exercise can boost brain power – from the University of British Columbia How to Exercise for Better Brain Health, According to Experts – from EatingWell Episode 3: Live with Joy, Learn with Purpose Resources https://www.canucklegame.ca/canoku/brainhealth/ - Canoku Brain Health Game Baycrest’s Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health & Wellness Cognitive Health and Older Adults – from the National Institute on Aging 15 Things You Can Do Now to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia – by Baycrest’s Dr. Howard Chertkow 15 Things You Can Do Now to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia: #5 Stimulating Activities – video featuring Baycrest’s Dr. Howard Chertkow Train Your Brain – from Harvard Health Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Joyful Life – from the Government of Japan Episode 2: Live to be Social Resources "Sometimes my Papa” – written by podcast guest Myrna Norman "Sometimes my Nana” – written by podcast guest Myrna Norman The Purple Angel Dementia Awareness Campaign Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults – from the Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH) Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing Social Isolation and Loneliness – from the World Health Organization Loneliness and Social Isolation Linked to Serious Health Conditions – from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Volunteering in Late Life May Protect the Brain – from the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2023 “If You’re Feeling Lonely” Guide – from Independent Age Episode 1: Senses Resources Baycrest’s free, online hearing loss screening test Hearing Loss: A Common Problem for Older Adults – from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging Sensory Leaflet Association of Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants With Cognitive Decline and Dementia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – from JAMA Neurology Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants in the Prevention of Cognitive Decline and Dementia—Breaking Through the Silence – from JAMA Neurology Helpful tools for a full, independent life with vision loss CNIB Foundation Improving vision may help prevent dementia – from Harvard Health Seniors and Aging - Vision Care – from Health Canada Hearing aids, counselling may slow cognitive decline for some seniors, new study finds – CBC News Back to Podcast Homepage Episode 9: Reducing Your Risks: Keep it Simple Resources Community programs: Baycrest’s Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health and Wellness Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing Practical tools and tips: 15 Things You Can Do Now To Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia: #5 Stimulating Activities – video by Baycrest Train Your Brain – by Harvard Health About the effects on lifestyle on dementia risk: Lifestyle behaviors can lower your risk of dementia – from the CDC Healthy lifestyle behaviors reduced dementia risk despite family history of dementia – from the American Heart Association