The Genius of Marian

10/28/2026

It is hard to believe it has already been two full years since we launched the new streaming home for The Genius of Marian, a milestone made entirely possible by your incredible support. As we approach November—which also marks National Family Caregivers Month and Alzheimer's Awareness Month—we are reaching out to celebrate this journey with you and ask a quick favor.

If you have a few minutes, we would be incredibly grateful if you could share your love for the project by leaving a rating or review on Rotten Tomatoes, IMDb, and Letterboxd (links below)

Thank you so much for your ongoing support, advocacy, and for being such an essential part of this community.

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10/27/2026

10/26/2026

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America offers tips to help families create a safe, comfortable and dementia-friendly Halloween

10/25/2026

The people who once carried us may eventually need us to carry them. Adult children become caregivers for aging parents. Spouses trade places between offering strength and needing reassurance. Friends who have spent decades celebrating milestones may find themselves navigating medical decisions and final goodbyes.

By: Allison Borthwick (Caregiver Action Network’s Director of Communications and Digital Media) From grieving parents and lifelong friends to navigating infertility and caring for a partner through mental health challenges, Sara Bareilles’ album and documentary offer a moving reflection on careg...

10/23/2026

Parents who are reluctant to allow their adult children to help them often question whether they need help at all, saying, “We’re fine,” or “You are making too much of this,” or “You always were a worrier.” They are not ready to see the decline, which seems glaringly obvious to the child, or are content to make light of it. It is psychologically easier for them to doubt their child’s judgment than accept what’s happening.

If you suspect your mom, too, isn’t ready to see what you see with your dad, then don’t argue with her about it; that would only make her defensive and more apt to exclude you. Instead, praise her for all she does to support your father, to help him live as well and independently as he can. Then look for opportunities to suggest changes that would help her better support him in this way.

Start with trust, practical help and respect for autonomy

10/21/2026

Studies on people with Alzheimer’s suggest that making art can relieve anxiety and improve mood, self-esteem and focus.

The project could be anything. Reading old letters or diaries, making a photo album. Listening to music. Trying out family recipes. Don’t do it because the person is leaving. Do it because you love the person and enjoy being in the same room. Do it because you are tired of having your entire relationship consist of what you are losing. Do it because the process of making something together can shift your gaze to what you still have.

Making a book of my dad’s train photos shifted my gaze away from all that he was losing.

10/20/2026

Eyewitness News' own Bill Ritter has been reporting on advancements being made against Alzheimer's as he takes on his own battle against the disease.

In this special, Bill looks at the latest research into the disease and talks to the families who are helping their loved ones.

After Bill announced his diagnosis in June, he has committed to continuing to tell stories about the disease and its impact.

During the special, Bill looks at the latest research into the disease and we will talk to the families who are helping their loved ones.

10/18/2026

Lori La Bey talks with Lakelyn Eichenberger, Ph.D., a gerontologist and caregiving advocate with Home Instead, an Honor Company, who educates professionals, families, and communities on aging challenges and resources. A nationally recognized speaker and media contributor, she hosts the Caregiver Chats podcast and is deeply committed to helping aging adults and family caregivers navigate the complexities of caregiving.

Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger Talks About Dementia Care at Home And How Professional Support Can Make A Huge Difference

10/16/2026

FTD is relatively rare, but it is a leading cause of dementia in younger adults. Symptoms typically begin between ages 40 and 65, although the disease can develop earlier or later in life. The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) estimates that 50,000 to 60,000 people in the U.S. are living with FTD, although the difficulty of diagnosing FTD means the true number may be higher.

FTD symptoms vary depending on which parts of the brain are affected. They generally fall into three overlapping categories: changes in behavior, difficulties with language, and problems with movement.

Frontotemporal dementia often begins in midlife with changes in personality, behavior, or language rather than memory loss.