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The BrainLove mission is to transform the narrative on Alzheimer’s and related diseases of aging through cutting-edge medical care, accessible education, trusted resources, and inspiring community.

04/29/2026

I wrote this Op-Ed to put words to something families have known for a long time. Alzheimer’s is not just a neurological condition. It’s a relational one.

We don’t have billing codes for “helped a family stay connected” or “supported a care partner through grief”, yet those are often the interventions that matter most.

Until care reflects that, we will keep falling short.

Do you think our healthcare system can effectively integrate the care partner/family? And how? We would love to hear your innovative ideas!

Appreciate the opportunity to contribute this piece to the Daily Independent. Read the full article here: https://www.yourvalley.net/detail.html?sub_id=b8401fb288

04/28/2026

“The reality is that Alzheimer’s starts in midlife… we can significantly slow down when it will ever start, if we take action as early as possible.”

The science is moving. The gap is in how early and how seriously we take brain health in everyday care.

Excited to be quoted in The Arizona Republic alongside Bob Ehlers and the Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest chapter.

Read the full feature in Arizona Central https://www.pressreader.com/usa/the-arizona-republic/20260426/281629606866676

04/20/2026

Initiative to Change the "D-Word"

Thank you for the honor to help support and grow your pioneering work. 🙏

Mike Zuendel’s courage and impact are extraordinary and serve as a model for what’s possible. I feel inspired whenever I am in his presence.

04/15/2026

This episode features Caleb Lihn, Certified Elder Law Attorney and Founding Partner of Lihn Law Group, and Jenny Krulewich, a licensed social worker known for her person-centered, empathetic, and often humor-filled approach to care.

Together, they explore why high-quality proactive planning matters especially when it comes to cognitive change and aging. From essential legal documents and decision-making capacity to the realities families face in moments of crisis, this conversation offers both clarity and direction.

Grounded in real-world experience, Caleb and Jenny share practical, holistic strategies to help individuals and families navigate complex aging journeys with greater confidence and support.

The Lihn Law Group Elder Care & Legal Symposium is this Thursday, April 16, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Register at https://lihnlawgroup.com/elder-care-and-legal-symposium/

➡ Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vw5ObdnTsqw&t=3s
➡ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xJo6z4TZjDoxa382g5ibs?si=486a29c6049046b4

➡ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/avoiding-crisis-mode-what-every-family-should-know/id1819239903?i=1000761328123

04/13/2026

Building a resilient decade starts with this one shift.

Dr. Esra Shermadou shares the essential mindset shift for building a resilient brain and body over the next decade.

Motivation is unreliable. Resilience is built on your "Why." Commit to just 15 minutes today. Listen to your body, but show up for your future self.

🎧 Catch the full conversation on building a resilient decade here: https://youtu.be/ZmQ_8e4LOgI

04/10/2026

Financial Warning Signs

Alzheimer's disease often appears first in financial decisions years before diagnosis. Missed payments, unusual purchases, or delayed decisions may signal early cognitive changes affecting judgment and money management. Read more or check the LINK IN BIO

On the blog: 🔗 https://mybrainlove.com/the-hidden-financial-warning-signs-of-alzheimers/

04/08/2026

Want to live independently at 80? Start doing this now.

In this clip from the podcast, Dr. Esra Shermadou shares a powerful little reminder everyone needs to hear: You can build muscle at any age. Whether you are 40, 60, or 80, your body is waiting for the signal to get stronger.

Muscle is a "use it or lose it" asset that directly impacts your quality of life and brain health. It is never too late to start. Even small movements today build the "buffer" you'll need tomorrow.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start strength training, this is it.

🎧 Catch the full conversation here:** https://youtu.be/ZmQ_8e4LOgI

04/07/2026

🧠 💜 HB 2202 passed unanimously today at the AZ Senate Appropriations Committee Hearing, and I had the privilege of being part of this effort.

This bill supports telementoring programs in Alzheimer's and related diseases bringing high-quality, accessible training directly to primary care providers so more people can be recognized earlier and receive the right care at the right time.

We are breaking the cycle of limited clinical training -> limited skills -> limited care in a cost-effective way that avoids having to build new clinics and train more specialists.

Deep gratitude to Representative Dr. Selina Bliss (https://www.linkedin.com/in/selina-bliss/)
for championing this bill and seeing it through, and to Tory Roberg (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tory-roberg/)

and the Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter https://www.linkedin.com/company/alzheimers-association-desert-southwest-chapter/) for their advocacy, partnership, and unwavering commitment to this community. 🧠 💜

This is how change happens together.

04/06/2026

In this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Esra Shermadou, a board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine physician who is redefining what "wellness" looks like through her practice, Sakinah Health.

Dr. Esra’s perspective is deeply personal. After navigating a cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy at just 21 years old, she didn’t just recover, she rebuilt. That journey sparked a lifelong passion for strength training, not for aesthetics, but for survival and long-term vitality.

We also explore the Direct Primary Care model—a way of practicing medicine that allows us to slow down, listen, and treat the whole person rather than just the symptoms.

Listen to the full episode here: https://youtu.be/ZmQ_8e4LOgI

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WGefh8HJpcUqB8Xnilasd?si=EFMAfE3dQh2dvw90mRM6yw

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-strength-training-can-transform-your-longevity/id1819239903?i=1000759042735

04/02/2026

Even without words, music can speak volumes.

Holding a hand, listening to a song that means something, maybe your first dance at your wedding, or a lullaby your mom sang, can create a deep, intimate connection that words often can’t. These moments matter. They remind us that love isn’t about grand gestures, it’s about presence, care, and connection.

Families often share the joy and peace these simple acts bring, long after their loved one has passed. It’s proof that even small, intentional moments can make a lasting impact.Watch the full video to learn how music can transform caregiving and create lasting memories

Full episode here: https://youtu.be/G77nwlTZWl8?si=WTMRTBS4dwyTuuD0

03/30/2026

The person is still in there.

It’s easy to assume that a "flat" expression in advanced Alzheimer's means nothing is happening internally. But Dr. Maribeth Gallagher reminds us that our loved ones are still present, waiting for us to reach in and connect.

Music can be a bridge that affirms their personhood and lets them know they are seen, heard, and valued.

Watch the full episode on YouTube for more https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G77nwlTZWl8

03/25/2026

Dr. Gallagher shares her decades of experience in Alzheimer’s care, revealing how music reaches people when words no longer can, awakening presence and evoking memories in the most advanced stages of illness.

This isn't just an episode about music; it’s about what remains when so much is lost and the powerful lessons the end of life can teach us about how to live.

Watch the full video now to hear this deeply moving conversation! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G77nwlTZWl8

Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VCv4aRvzsxIHU3gM0XWWT?si=64iAOYagS8ankcnv--CHQA

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-1970s-hippie-singer-to-hospice-pioneer-how-music/id1819239903?i=1000757277637

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