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loneliness and covid

3/16/2021

Loneliness is never a good thing, but it is made worse with dementia. COVID is leading to a great deal of loneliness. How can we combat that?

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time for a cup of tea

3/16/2021

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Recent studies suggest coffee and green tea have health benefits. Now that is good news!

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warning signs

3/16/2021

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There are ten common warning signs of Alzheimer's. If you are concerned, run through this list and see how things stack up. But, go to the doctor anyway!

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mary knew a little something about caregiving

3/8/2021

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Mary, the mother of Jesus, knew a little something about caregiving. We can follow her lead.

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it's all about them

3/4/2021

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Making your loved one feel loved, protected, respected, appreciated, and happy are big jobs, but it is your most important caregiving job. IT'S ALL ABOUT THEM!

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massages and dementia

3/1/2021

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Who doesn't love a good massage? The answer might be - "your loved one with dementia." Tune in to learn why.

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I am SO EXCITED to share with you this interview by Dr. Doug Pratt of LIFE ACADEMY. I was honored to be a part of the classes they offer, and I think you will enjoy this episode. Please share it with others.

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WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT

2/8/2021

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Today I share a paragraph from Max Lucado's book YOU ARE NEVER ALONE - https://amzn.to/2M8z0zW

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excellent Black bean burgers

2/5/2021

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I am always telling you to eat healthy, and today I am sharing a wonderful recipe for Black Bean Burgers. SO GOOD!
This recipe is titled "The Best Black Bean Burgers I've Ever Had." I did not name this recipe, but I couldn't agree more. I hope you enjoy it. You can also find the recipe at https://sallysbakingaddiction.com . Happy eating!

THE BEST BLACK BEAN BURGERS I'VE EVER HAD

2 (14 ounce) cans black beans, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (1/2 of a pepper)
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1/2 of a large onion)
3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 Tablespoon)
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup bread crumbs or almond flour
1/2 cup feta cheese (or goat cheese)
2 large eggs
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 Tablespoons ketchup, mayo, or BBQ sauce
pinch salt + pepper

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Spread beans evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until slightly dried out. Meanwhile, sauté olive oil, chopped pepper, onion, and garlic over medium heat until peppers and onions are soft, about 5-6 minutes. Gently blot some of the moisture out. Place in a large bowl or in a food processor with the remaining ingredients (cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, worcestershire, ketchup, salt, and pepper). Stir or pulse everything together, then add the black beans. Mash with a fork or pulse the mixture, leaving some larger chunks of beans. Form into patties– about 1/3 cup of mixture in each.

To bake: Place patties on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (191°C) for 10 minutes on each side, 20 minutes total. To grill: Place patties on greased aluminum foil and grill 8 minutes on each side. Heat temperature is personal preference as all grills differ. Generally, black bean burgers should grill on medium-high heat about 350°F (177°C) – 400°F (204°C). Serve with your favorite toppings. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes Freezing Instructions: Cooked or uncooked black bean burgers freeze wonderfully for up to 3 months. Stack between parchment paper in a freezer container or zipped-top bag. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat to your liking or, if uncooked, cook according to instructions. If desired, you can skip thawing and reheat/cook from frozen for an extra couple minutes.

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Do you carry the Alzheimer's Gene?

2/5/2021

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There is an Alzheimer's Gene called APOE4. Do you have it? Do you want to know if you have it? Will you make lifestyle changes if you have it? I have thoughts on that subject, and I share them in today's episode.

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