(Creating Dementia Solutions 57) New Tech, New Puppet Help Further Dementia Solutions
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Two of the ways Miles for Memories creates dementia solution is through technology and education.
In this episode, founder Sherii Sherban discusses new technology added to the Safe Returns program - which helps those who may wander to be returned home faster.
We also learn about a new puppet added to the group of those locally designed and produced to help children (and adults) learn about dementia.
Episode Resources
The Lancet Commission Risk Factors for Dementia
Miles for Memories website
Miles for Memories technology
Sherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about MFM technology
More Creating Dementia Solutions episodes
ABOUT MILES FOR MEMORIES
Miles 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.
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