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November 27 Event Offers Support, Hope for Alzhiemer’s Caregivers

October 30, 2017 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Health Partners is inviting caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s disease of other dementia to attend an event to learn practical strategies for making their caregiving journey easier.

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Team Eddy Makes Strong Showing at Walk to End Alzheimer’s

September 26, 2017 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Health Partner colleagues at The Eddy, along with their family members and relatives of Eddy facility residents, joined the Capital Region Walk to End Alzheimer’s, and raised close to $8,000.

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LiveSmart: Discover the Benefits of Adult Day Services

May 31, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

For the caregivers of older individuals, it can be challenging to ensure their loved one is reaping the benefits of a strong social network outside the home. That is where an adult day program can help.

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Troy Record: Palliative Care Groups Joining Forces to Support More Patients

April 18, 2017 Corporate Communications Staff

The Record published a story about St. Peter’s Health Partners affiliates launching a new fundraising campaign for palliative care services.

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NewsChannel 13: Help for Those Caring for Loved Ones With Alzheimer’s

January 10, 2017 Angela Yu

The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Initiative offers help and support for family and friends who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

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Eddy Memory Care Communities Host Emotional, Educational, Inspiring Event: “How Memory Care Changed Our Lives”

October 14, 2016 Angela Yu

Don’t miss this emotional, educational, inspiring and life-changing Eddy Memory Care event entitled “How Memory Care Changed Our Lives,” Thursday, Nov. 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.!

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The Eddy Awarded $7.5 Million Grant As Part of Governor Cuomo’s Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Initiative

November 24, 2015 Corporate Communications Staff

A new $7.5 million grant from New York State will enable The Eddy to expand the community programming it offers to assist and comfort Capital Region residents who are caring for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.

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LiveSmart: Exercise Key to Healthy, Happy Brain

October 22, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

Exercise boosts brain power. It also increases oxygen to the brain, which promotes the growth of brain tissue and tiny vessels that keep our thinking sharp.

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LiveSmart: Adult Day Care Offers Safety and Stimulation Away from Home

September 30, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

It can be challenging for caregivers to ensure seniors are reaping the benefits of a strong social network outside the home. An adult day program can help.

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LiveSmart: Safety First in Senior Driving

April 29, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

A recent study released by the American Automobile Association’s Foundation for Traffic Safety reported that accident rates for drivers 65 or older have been declining, with 31 percent fewer fatalities in 2012 than in 1997.

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