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Hearing Loss and Dementia
Hearing loss is now recognized as a major risk factor for dementia. The 2024 Lancet Commission report on dementia prevention, treatment, and care shows strong evidence that treating hearing problems […]
Developments in Alzheimer's Research in Hawaiʻi: Trontinemab with Brainshuttle™ Technology
There are exciting developments in Alzheimer’s research in Hawaiʻi. In November 2025, Hawaiʻi Pacific Neuroscience announced the launch of a new clinical trial for the novel Alzheimer’s Trontinemab treatment engineered […]
AARP News: Top Dementia Risk Factors
According to the Lancet Commission, nearly half of dementia cases could be reduced by lifestyle changes or public policies that promote brain health. AARP posted an article about a research […]
Real Advice from Real Caregivers: Free Caregiver Kits Now Available
Some of the best life advice comes from someone who’s walked the same path. They’ve been there—faced the challenges, made the mistakes, found what works—and now they’re sharing their wisdom […]
Early Detection of Dementia: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Early detection is key. The sooner we recognize signs of dementia in ourselves or our loved ones, the more options we have to slow progression, improve quality of life, and plan […]
Building a Dementia-Friendly Hawai‘i: Federal Support Continues
In times of growing division and uncertainty, one issue continues to unite people across the country: Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). ADRD remains a pressing public health concern—and a […]
Raising Awareness, Reducing Stigma: Hawai‘i Public Awareness Campaign
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) are impacting over 100,000 lives statewide. Together, we’re working to raise awareness, reduce stigma, promote early detection, and bring hope to our communities. To […]
Support Groups & Upcoming Events
Gimme-A-Break Caregiver Support Group
Gimme A Break offers free support, resources and more through our Weekly Support Sessions, online and in-person every Tuesday evening Join our Community! Do it for you! You are never […]
Implementing the National Task Group-Early Detection Screen for Dementia (NTG-EDSD)
Free half-day training that will aid staff at Hawaii agencies and organizations as well as family caregivers to assess, record and observe cognitive function over time in persons aging with […]
Living Longer: The Increasing Need for Dementia Care and Support for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center is hosting a webinar about Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and dementia including prevalence, signs and symptoms, and assessing if a person with IDD may be developing dementia.
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