(Creating Dementia Solutions 56) What's Next? This Card Can Help You Decide

Recognizing potential signs of dementia in a loved one can be stressful and even paralyzing. A person can be left wondering what to do next.Miles for Memories has developed some guidance in this area with a resource card called "What's Next?".In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, Miles for Memories founder Sherii Sherban talks about the intended use of the card - and how it can help folks gain focus with suggested tasks.Episode ResourcesThe Lancet Commission Risk Factors for DementiaMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories technologySherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about MFM technologyMore Creating Dementia Solutions episodesABOUT MILES FOR MEMORIESMiles For Memories is a Calhoun County, Michigan organization created in 2013 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s Disease. Later in 2014, the vision was expanded to include all types of dementia. MFM raises money each year through sponsorships, community events, and grants to gather funds to create local programming for both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. Along with local efforts, 20% of the funds to prevention-related dementia research. Miles for Memories is a committee of 70-plus volunteers and are always looking for more to get involved.