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Pinky’s Palace (a non-profit 501c-3) is committed locally to helping families affected by Dementia.

Our mission at Pinky’s Palace is to educate and assist families caring for a loved one with Dementia; provide resources, services and equipment to those families in need; offer a venue where families and living centers may bring their loved ones for an enjoyable outing; provide strength, support, networking, and fellowship to families; caring for loved ones at home; let families know they are not alone on their journey dealing with this devastating disease and to help those in need.

11/02/2026

Learning is not just for school years. Challenging your brain with new skills and knowledge helps it stay flexible and strong.

Activities like reading, trying new hobbies, solving puzzles or taking a class stimulate your mind and promote brain health by keeping neural pathways active and adaptive.

Keeping your mind engaged over your lifetime may help build a cognitive reserve that supports memory and thinking as you age.

Keep your brain active by learning something new this week and give your mind the boost it deserves!

11/01/2026

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Enter to Win with a $1 or more donation and help families affected by Dementia. Drawing to be held at Pinky's Place - Antique & Artisan Market on December 13. Thanks for all your support.💙💙

11/01/2026

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be one of the most meaningful roles you’ll ever have. It can also be one of the most demanding.

Many caregivers focus so much on the needs of a loved one that they overlook their own health and well-being. Over time, that can lead to caregiver stress, which may affect both physical and emotional health.

Some common warning signs include:

• Feeling overwhelmed or constantly worried
• Changes in sleep habits
• Feeling tired even after resting
• Increased irritability, frustration or anger
• Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed
• Feeling sad, isolated or hopeless
• Difficulty concentrating
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Frequent headaches or other physical symptoms

If any of these signs sound familiar, you’re not alone.

Caregiver stress is common, especially among those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Recognizing the signs is an important first step toward getting support.

10/31/2026

It’s commonly thought of as a vegetable, but pumpkin is actually a fruit, and it’s a fall favorite that’s packed with health benefits.

In fact, says dietitian Julia Zumpano, RD, LD, pumpkin is such a nutritional knockout that it shouldn’t be relegated to just the autumn months.

Here are some of the known health benefits of consuming pumpkin:

1. Great for your eyes
“Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A, which is really great for your vision and strengthening your immune system,” Zumpano says. Just a single serving (about one cup) of pumpkin can provide over 200% of your daily recommended intake of vitamin A.

It also contains lutein and zeaxanthin, compounds that protect your eyes from age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.

2. Healthy for your heart
What’s good for the heart is good for the brain! “Pumpkin is high in potassium, which is a key ingredient for heart health,” Zumpano says. A cup of pumpkin contains 16% of your daily recommended amount of potassium. And it also has heart-healthy vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants, which can help prevent heart disease.

3. Boosts your immune system
A serving of pumpkin provides 19% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin C, an immune booster that helps reduce cell damage from free radicals (unstable molecules that can bind to your cells). Pumpkin also packs a punch when it comes to other immunity-strengthening antioxidants, including vitamin A, vitamin E and iron.

4. Contains cancer-fighting carotenoids
“Carotenoids are plant pigments produced by yellow, orange and red plants like pumpkins, carrots, squash and tomatoes,” Zumpano explains. Carotenoids combat the effects of free radicals in your body, which may help protect against certain types of cancer.

5. Keeps you full
If you’re watching your weight, pumpkin is a good choice. “It contains just 50 calories per cup, and it’s filling, too,” Zumpano notes. That same portion also provides three grams of fiber, which can keep you feeling fuller longer.

“They make for a tasty, protein-packed snack that travels well,” Zumpano says. Add them to a salad, oatmeal, homemade granola or over yogurt for a little bit of crunch.

10/30/2026

Myth or fact? Alzheimer’s disease affects women and men equally.

The fact is that women account for nearly two-thirds of Alzheimer’s disease cases, making Alzheimer’s disease a significant women’s health issue.

Age is the greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, and women tend to live longer than men. But longevity alone may not fully explain why women are disproportionately affected. Researchers are also studying how biological differences, hormonal changes and other factors may influence women’s risk of developing the disease.

Understanding these differences is essential to advancing Alzheimer’s disease research and prevention. By studying the unique factors that affect women’s brain health, researchers hope to identify more effective ways to reduce risk, detect changes earlier and improve care for women living with Alzheimer’s disease.

10/29/2026

A Norfolk woman walked 550 miles across England in August and September to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease — a devastating illness she has been living with for 15 years.

10/28/2026

How much do you really know about menopause?

According to Cleveland Clinic’s State of Women’s Health Report, 42% of women don’t realize menopause can impact more than reproductive health.

Even half of women of menopause age aren’t aware of its widespread health impacts.

Menopause remains one of the most misunderstood transitions in women’s health, a reality underscored by widespread knowledge gaps and a perceived lack of conversation around this life stage.

In fact, 52% of women say menopause isn’t discussed enough, pointing to the need for earlier, more actionable information.

10/27/2026

‘She no longer recognizes anyone in our home apart from me, and even that is not consistent.’

Enomwoyi’s mom, Pearl, was diagnosed with dementia in 2015.

'It is now over 10 years since my Mom was first diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, though there were symptoms several years before the diagnosis.

'For many years after the diagnosis, Mom retained her sense of humour and her love of music, dancing, food, and anything to do with her beloved country of birth, Trinidad.

'However, as time passed her memory deteriorated, and she needed help with all aspects of her personal care.

'No longer could we take weekly walks to the local coffee shop to enjoy afternoon tea, or to the salon for her monthly pedicure and manicure.

'No longer was she the last one standing on the dance floor, as she became frailer.

'Standing in the kitchen making Trinidadian delights such as fry bakes, or coconut drops, is no more for dear Mom.

'When it comes to dementia, Black people, like my Mom, have a different and additional experience.

'When Mom lived in a care home for respite purposes, there was nothing representative of her culture. She has always been so proud of her Trinidadian roots, but there was nothing in the home to capture that – no songs, no pictures, no food.

'Even the skin products used were not created specifically for Black people and had to be provided.

'Mom is now bed bound and spends her days humming to herself, watching TV, listening to music, pleating the covers on her bed, and touching her sensory toys.

'She is a gentle soul who can still express strong opinions if she does not like something. For example, she’ll tell me, “What are you doing?”, or, “No, don’t do that” when I cut her nails.

'My family and our privately funded carers are essential to my capacity to care for Mom at home. I now have four carers, working double hand shifts, three times a day, and the support of my husband, my sons who live at home, and my daughters who visit to offer support.

'This support means that I can continue to work in my role as deputy manager of an Educational Psychologist team with confident knowledge that Mom is very well cared for, loved and respected.'

10/26/2026

Did you know? Nearly two thirds of Alzheimer’s disease cases are in women.

This is not just a statistic. It is a reality that touches mothers, daughters, sisters and friends.

Research highlighted by Cleveland Clinic shows that women are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than men. One reason is that women tend to live longer, and age is the biggest risk factor. But experts believe there is more to the story. Hormonal changes, especially around menopause, may play a role. Heart health, which is closely tied to brain health, also matters.

Here is what this means for you and the women in your life:

• Pay attention to brain health early, not just later in life
• Manage blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar
• Stay mentally and socially active
• Talk with a healthcare provider about memory concerns

Alzheimer’s disease often starts years before symptoms appear. Small steps today can support brain health for the future.

If you have noticed changes in memory, thinking or behavior in yourself or someone you love, do not ignore them. Early evaluation can make a difference.

10/25/2026

HIDDEN CLUES: 10 health conditions surfaced years before early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis in Finnish research tracking over 400 patients.

Vertigo, depression, headaches and stroke were significantly more common in the five years before diagnosis compared to matched individuals without the disease.

Researchers say the findings could open the door to earlier detection, though they caution the study cannot prove these conditions cause Alzheimer's.

Full story here https://www.foxnews.com/health/10-health-conditions-linked-alzheimers-years-before-diagnosis

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