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Angela Lunde
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Angela Lunde
Angela Lunde is a dementia education specialist in the education core of Mayo Clinic's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at the Abigail Van Buren Alzheimer's Disease Research Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
Angela Lunde
The transfer of information about dementias, as well as understanding the need for participation in clinical trials, is an essential component of the education core.
Angela is a member of the Alzheimer's Association board of directors and co-chair of the annual Minnesota Dementia Conference. She is a member of the Dementia Behavior Assessment and Response Team (D-BART), a multidisciplinary outreach service assisting professional and family caregivers in understanding and managing difficult behaviors often present in dementia. She facilitates several support groups, including Memory Club, an early-stage education and support series, and more recently, helped to develop and now deliver Healthy Action to Benefit Independence and Thinking (HABIT), a 10-day cognitive rehab and wellness program for people with mild cognitive impairment.
Angela takes a personal interest in understanding the complex changes that take place within relationships and among families when dementia is present. She is particularly interested in providing innovative and accessible ways for people with dementia and their families to receive information and participate in valuable programs that promote well-being.
"Amid a devastating disease, there are tools, therapies, programs and ways to cope, and it is vital that families are connected to these resources," she says.
Latest entries
- Take the time to find gratitude: You'll be happier, healthier
April 3, 2013
- Gratitude is the one pill everyone should be prescribed
March 19, 2013
- Teamwork unites caregivers, those with dementia
March 6, 2013
- Much work lies ahead to increase research, resources for Alzheimer's caregivers
Feb. 19, 2013
- Conference highlights those with dementia, caregiving and research
Feb. 5, 2013
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April 3, 2013
Take the time to find gratitude: You'll be happier, healthier
By Angela Lunde
It takes time and effort, but training your brain for more gratitude helps you find more happiness in life. continue
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March 19, 2013
Gratitude is the one pill everyone should be prescribed
By Angela Lunde
Gratitude takes practice, but it helps draw you away from dark thoughts and be thankful for blessings. continue
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March 6, 2013
Teamwork unites caregivers, those with dementia
By Angela Lunde
Meeting of the Minds conference recognizes crucial role of relationships in improving lives for caregivers, those with Alzheimer's. continue
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Feb. 19, 2013
Much work lies ahead to increase research, resources for Alzheimer's caregivers
By Angela Lunde
Rather than despair, Alzheimer's community needs to keep hope and work hard to identify changes to benefit caregiving, those with dementia. continue
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Feb. 5, 2013
Conference highlights those with dementia, caregiving and research
By Angela Lunde
Meeting of the Minds brings together Alzheimer's experts, caregivers and those with the disease. continue
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Jan. 22, 2013
Dear Abby's connection to Mayo Clinic continues
By Angela Lunde
Research center named after Dear Abby, upcoming conference affirm connection of all in Alzheimer's community. continue
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Jan. 8, 2013
Research advances, but real caring is also key in Alzheimer's effort
By Angela Lunde
People need to overcome stigma attached to Alzheimer's in order to advance the cause of caregiving. continue
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Dec. 21, 2012
A sharing caregiver community offers peace, love and hope
By Angela Lunde
The end of a calendar year brings a time to reflect on a community of caregivers sharing their connections — and suffering. continue
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Dec. 11, 2012
Caregivers have a great gift to share with each other — their stories
By Angela Lunde
By sharing their stories, and listening to the stories of others, caregivers give the best gift of all — themselves. continue
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Nov. 27, 2012
A few favorites for caregivers during this season of giving
By Angela Lunde
If you're a caregiver or know someone who's a caregiver, check out these books, gifts, words to live by and more for this season. continue
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Nov. 13, 2012
Caregiver label doesn't define you, but helps recognize what you do
By Angela Lunde
Caregiving label helps build recognition of what you do in Alzheimer's caregiving. You become part of a large group of people with caregiving concerns. continue
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Oct. 30, 2012
Caregivers choosing acceptance, not resentment, build happiness
By Angela Lunde
With mindfulness practice, caregivers can let go of grievances and shift their perception of life. continue
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Oct. 16, 2012
Mindfulness key component in compassion for self, others
By Angela Lunde
Alzheimer's caregivers need compassion not only for others, but for themselves as well. Mindfulness helps you develop that complete awareness. continue
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Oct. 2, 2012
Cultural shift under way in addressing Alzheimer's
By Angela Lunde
Society needs to embrace those with Alzheimer's rather than shun them as diseased individuals. continue
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Sept. 18, 2012
You can help change the stigma of Alzheimer's
By Angela Lunde
Alzheimer's is an epidemic. Help change the stigma of Alzheimer's and join the fight against the disease. continue
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Aug. 31, 2012
Antipsychotics overused in people with Alzheimer's
By Angela Lunde
Compassionate care, not drugs, should be emphasized in treating those with Alzheimer's. continue
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Aug. 4, 2012
Unmet needs and the social environment
By Angela Lunde
Caregivers, family and friends must be mindful of the social needs of people with dementia. continue
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July 24, 2012
Unmet needs and negative behaviors
By Angela Lunde
To prevent and manage negative behaviors in loved ones with dementia, be attentive to unmet needs. continue
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July 10, 2012
Negative behaviors may signal unmet needs
By Angela Lunde
One of the best things we can do for a person with dementia is to view behaviors as neither good nor bad, but as signs of unmet needs. continue
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June 26, 2012
Myths, misconceptions interfere with Alzheimer's diagnosis, care
By Angela Lunde
Stereotypes and stigma associated with Alzheimer's need to be addressed so compassionate care can advance. continue
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June 12, 2012
Jargon causes confusion in Alzheimer's diagnosis
By Angela Lunde
Timely and accurate diagnosis key component of effectively addressing Alzheimer's. continue
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May 30, 2012
Human connectedness is a lifeline for Alzheimer's caregivers
By Angela Lunde
Caregivers find much to learn about their life-changing experience at Mayo Clinic's HABIT program. continue
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May 15, 2012
Life's best lessons often emerge during caregiving role
By Angela Lunde
When mom gets Alzheimer's, it changes a child's role. And often life's greatest lessons can be learned as one grows into the role of caregiver. continue
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May 1, 2012
Use worry time to address concerns, make caregiving easier
By Angela Lunde
Rather than worrying all the time, caregivers should try using a set period for it. Doing so will lessen the burden on you in the routine of caregiving. continue
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April 17, 2012
Negative thinking can take the joy out of life for caregivers
By Angela Lunde
Reduce your stress by controlling perceptions, and you'll enjoy life and caregiving more. continue
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