Is it Dementia or Stress?
Blog Post by Oran Aviv If you have been following my blog posts, you know that I have often explained that many behavioral changes in...
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Oran Aviv
- Oct 1
- 9 min
5 Tips to Protect Your Brain and Memory – Part I
We share our 5 best tips to protect your brain & memory and help prevent dementia. Our brain fate is not predestined! Prevent decline.
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Oran Aviv
- Sep 10
- 10 min
Support for Hearing Loss
Discover how hearing loss affects older adults especially those with dementia, and how to provide vital support to prevent cognitive decline
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Oran Aviv
- Aug 28
- 7 min
Racing with Alzheimer’s
The heart of the story lies in the extraordinary decision to participate in the world's toughest race despite having Alzheimer's. Inspiring!
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Oran Aviv
- Aug 20
- 9 min
The Dementia Village
The Dementia Village - I'm excited to share with you an insider's view of this remarkable community. compares to other care communities.
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Oran Aviv
- Aug 9
- 5 min
Save Your Brain, Go to Sleep
Poor sleep can contribute to an increased risk of Alzheimer's. Read our sleep tips to sleep better and protect your brain and health.
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Oran Aviv
- Jul 10
- 6 min
What I Didn’t Know About Cholesterol
Understanding Cholesterol: Its Role, Balancing Act, and Impact on Health. Learn how it affects your body and the risk factors,
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Oran Aviv
- Jul 3
- 7 min
Empathy For Dementia
It is through the power of using empathy for dementia that we can forge deeper connections with those who are experiencing distress.
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Oran Aviv
- Jun 26
- 8 min
Jet Lag Prevention
Beat jet lag with these tips: stay hydrated, move on the plane, adjust to local time, get sunlight, strategic naps, and sleep
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Oran Aviv
- Jun 19
- 7 min
Is This Healthy?
Learn what makes food truly healthy - why processed foods are bad, what "Organic" really means, and how to read food labels correctly.
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Oran Aviv
- Jun 11
- 7 min
Make Your Feet Happy
How high heels, pointy shoes, and flip flops can affect your feet and body. Prevent pain and poor posture by choosing the best shoes.
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Oran Aviv
- Jun 5
- 8 min
Let Your Feet Prevent You From Falling
Lately, I've noticed a growing trend among older adults that has worried me. Many have opted to wear heavily padded sports shoes. These...
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Oran Aviv
- May 28
- 8 min
All About Stress
How do our bodies respond to stress. How we can identify those sneaky stress signals, How to tackle stress.
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Oran Aviv
- May 21
- 7 min
The Importance of Eye Contact
Direct Eye Contact stimulates conversation, builds trust & strengthens relationships. One of Naomi Feil’s important Validation techniques.
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Oran Aviv
- May 14
- 7 min
Dementia - A Short Guide to Understanding
What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia? What is the difference between normal memory loss and dementia? What happens?
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Oran Aviv
- Mar 18
- 7 min
Lessons from a Fall
Would you know what to do if you fall? First aid, how to prevent infection, how to heal, how to reduce inflammation and using arnica.
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Oran Aviv
- Mar 11
- 7 min
The Person Comes First - Part 3
Dr. Al Power has redefined dementia and has challenged traditional perspectives on dementia through his well-being approach
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Oran Aviv
- Mar 5
- 7 min
The Person Comes First – Part 2
The Montessori Method improves the lives of people living with dementia. Dr. Cameron Camp shares his work at the Validation World Congress.
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Oran Aviv
- Feb 26
- 8 min
The Person Comes First – Part 1
A summary of the Validation World Congress with Naomi Feil, Myra Garcia & Vicki de Klerk on the subject "The Person Comes First."
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Oran Aviv
- Feb 19
- 6 min
Naomi Feil Founder of the Validation Method
Naomi Feil developed the Validation Method & has devoted her life to helping older people with dementia through empathy. & understanding.
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