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Interview with Dr. Edwards on Much Abides
From a hand tremor to MMC...it's all in the book and in this interview!
Read More CN2 Hometown Hero
MMC is among first in region to offer SynOne test for Parkinson's disease
Read More New Diagnostic Tool
MMC is among first in region to offer SynOne test for Parkinson's disease
Read More Jerry and Barbara
A lifetime of catching curveballs prepared him for the challenges of caregiving.
Read More A Gift of Opportunity
Apparo's gift of in-kind technology support connects a community of volunteers and helps MMC help families.
Read More Partnership for Local Impact
David Moore Foundation leader sees an opportunity to make a greater impact together.
Read More Growing Stronger: The Next Phase
Eight years in, Memory and Movement Charlotte continues to evolve and grow.
Read More Biogen’s New Alzheimer’s Drug: What You Need to Know Now
The Federal Drug Administration announced on June 7 that they have approved Aducanumab for the treatment of mild Alzheimer’s disease. Aducanumab is Biogen’s version of an anti-amyloid drug that removes amyloid from the brain in Alzheimer’s disease. This may in turn slow progression of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Biogen has made the claim that…
Read More All New Take Charge! Online Resource Library
We are excited to announce that the Take Charge! Online Resource Library is now live on our site and ready for our patients and members to view. Take Charge! is Memory & Movement Charlotte’s (MMC) comprehensive, interactive education and support program made possible through a generous grant from the Philip L. Van Every Foundation. Our…
Read More Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Celebrating What We Can Do Today
By Dr. Sanjay Iyer, Memory & Movement Charlotte’s Medical Director Our Founding Physician, Dr. Charles Edwards II, often counsels, “It’s too easy to mourn the losses. We have to celebrate what we can still do today.” That powerful message is echoed by many of my patients whose spirits shine through their art, music, crafts and…
Read More Preview of “Much Abides: A Survival Guide for Aging Lives” by Dr. Charles Edwards
This article first appeared in Mecklenburg Medicine, a publication of the Mecklenburg County Medical Society. Finding purpose and peace in the final chapter of life is the theme of a tender new book by a Charlotte physician. The years we have left after retirement, Dr. Charles H. Edwards II writes, why surrender them to nostalgia and…
Read More Why We Should Talk About Suicide According to Dr. Melissa Shepard
According to the Centers for Disease Control, over 1.3 million adults attempt suicide each year in the United States. For a tragedy of this magnitude, it is incredible that simply talking about it can make a big difference. There are so many reasons that people don’t want to talk about suicide. It can be a taboo…
Read More Memory & Movement Summer 2020 Newsletter
News, stories and messages of hope from our providers, patients and their families. Click below to download and read the online version of the Summer, 2020 newsletter.
Read More What is a Care Plan visit?
What in the world is a Care Plan and do I need one? A Care Plan is one important element of putting into practice the Take Charge! approach we teach families at Memory and Movement Charlotte. Care Plan visits are fully covered by Medicare – a benefit available to any patient with a cognitive impairment,…
Read More Social Distancing Fundraisers You Can Do At Home!
-Create a Facebook Fundraiser in honor of your loved one (or yourself!) -Challenge friends to set a walking goal for the month of June and ask that they donate a dollar (or ten!) for every mile they walk. -Host a social distancing dinner fundraiser: get takeout delivered to your friends and eat together over Zoom.…
Read More MMC Office Reopening Safety Measures
We’re currently opening our office during certain hours for procedural appointments only. During this public health crisis your health is our priority more than ever. To maximize your safety and the safety of our staff, MMC moved all of our operations to virtual platforms in mid-March. For those of you who had a virtual visit…
Read More Tips for Fall Prevention
As we age the risk and impact of falls increases significantly, especially if you or a loved one has a dementia or movement disorder diagnosis. In this video Sanjay Iyer, MD walks you through some of the ways you can create a safer environment in your home to decrease the risk of falls. Here are…
Read More Help Your Loved One Stay Clean With No-Rinse Shampoo Caps
Have a loved one who struggles with bathing and showering? Robyn Wolkofsky, PA-C shows us an easier way to clean hair. Find the no-rinse shampoo cap and other helpful products for caregivers and patients at this helpful site.
Read More Amid COVID-19, Our Care Continues
By Ken Garfield COVID-19 has not broken the connection between Memory & Movement Charlotte and our patients and their loved ones. While our doctors, nurses and support staff cannot take your hand as we shelter in place, the care we offer still comes from the heart. It also comes by telephone, video and a weekly…
Read More Navigating Quarantine with a Loved One in a Long-Term Care Facility
Chris Ryskiewich is a part-time nurse at Memory & Movement Charlotte who devotes much of her time outside the workplace to caring for her mother and mother-in-law, both of whom live in long-term care facilities. Chris shares her struggles, signs of hope and strategies during quarantine. Being unable to visit your loved one during this…
Read More Gentle Bed Exercises to Start Your Day
A little bit of gentle movement in the morning (or at any point during the day!) can help you go through your days in the right mindset. Check out this gentle bed exercise tutorial by Marissa Brooks, a therapist who has practiced for over 27 years and specializes in fall prevention and aging in place.…
Read More Special Grocery Store Hours For Seniors During Quarantine
When you run out of eggs and milk, check out these Charlotte-area stores that offer special hours for seniors and/or immuno-compromised individuals. Compare Foods – every day from 7-9am Dollar General – First hour of business, every day Food Lion – Mondays and Wednesdays from 7-8am Fresh Market – Monday-Friday from 8-9am Harris Teeter – Mondays and Thursdays from 6-8am…
Read More Video Chatting Tutorials Including Zoom, FaceTime and More.
We are thinking of all of our patients, families and healthcare workers during this stressful time. The need to isolate elderly and high risk groups due to the coronavirus outbreak can create more anxiety, depression and confusion. Normally we encourage socializing as a way to engage and find purpose, but this unprecedented challenge will hopefully…
Read More Help Our Providers Continue to Treat Our Patients
Dear friends, In these unprecedented times, everywhere we look neighbors are helping neighbors, everyone is doing what they can for the greater good and we need your help. Our income will continue to decrease the longer our office remains closed. However, Dr. Edwards, Dr. Iyer, Dr. Shepard, Robyn and I are still available treating, supporting…
Read More Coping with Health Anxiety
With a pandemic sweeping the nation, it’s understandable that many people will experience some health anxiety. Here are some tips on how to recognize and cope with your own health anxiety. Health Anxiety: What is it? Anxiety about normal physical sensations, mild symptoms, or fear of having a certain disease. Can occur in people without…
Read More COVID-19: Another Update from Memory & Movement Charlotte’s Medical Director
The best method of mitigating risk of infection from the coronavirus is to avoid exposure. Employ social distancing. Avoid touching one another (such as shaking hands). Self-isolate at home. Avoid public gatherings such as airplanes, buses and ride shares, and venues such as arenas and theaters. Memory & Movement Charlotte has initiated these…
Read More Coronavirus Update from MMC’s Medical Director, Dr. Aris Chaconas
Memory & Movement Charlotte wishes to keep all our patients and their families updated about the coronavirus outbreak that is being extensively covered in the news.
Read More Your Medicare check-up, no paper gown needed!
“Have you had your annual check-up yet?” No, not with your doctor, but with your health insurance plan! October 15 – December 7, 2019 is the open enrollment period for making changes to your Medicare Plans. It’s a great time to see if your current plans still meet your needs, or if changes in your…
Read More For the Sake of Argument… or Not!
Those of you who have attended our Caregiver Connections education classes have heard the advice, “Don’t argue.” Of course, this is easier said than done, as we all like to be right. When we hear someone say something that does not align with our beliefs or truths, the inclination is to correct that person. My…
Read More New, Old Traditions
December. The month carries with it a host of emotions. For some it brings to mind cozy family gatherings, stirring up nostalgia of past family holidays. But sometimes a feeling of sadness can sneak up on us this time of year. This can be magnified if you are a caregiver of someone with chronic illness,…
Read More Driving – The Elephant in the Room
Driving is the biggest safety concern we address with our patients. There is also no topic that elicits stronger emotions than hearing concerns about your ability to drive. At some point in our lifetimes, almost all of us will have to stop driving. But we can have productive and positive conversations about driving, as long…
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