Class summary
Brain health is not just about memory or dementia. If something is good for your brain, it is good for every other organ in your body too. In this class, we talk plainly about what actually protects the brain, what quietly undermines it, and why small, practical choices matter more than perfection.
We sort out what is normal aging, what is not, and why many early signs of cognitive struggle get missed even by loving families. This is about reducing fear, increasing clarity, and helping people take action early so they can stay independent and resilient longer.
Key takeaways
Brain health and whole-body health are inseparable. What supports the brain also supports the heart, metabolism, balance, and immune system.
Not all cognitive changes are Alzheimer’s. Many are caused by treatable or reversible issues such as medications, sleep problems, infections, hearing loss, or metabolic changes.
The biggest brain protectors are surprisingly simple: eating real food, moving your body in ways you will actually do, and preventing falls.
Early warning signs are often subtle and functional, not memory-based. Families are often reassured by social chit chat and miss what matters most.
Resilience is not luck. It is built through daily habits and informed decisions made before a crisis hits.
CEU Credit Available: This class qualifies for 1 hour of CEUs for social workers. Let us know if you would like CEUs in your registration form.