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Rounding Out
Lilah Monday's bat mitzvah celebrates an important coming-of-age milestone - and also the legacy of her grandmother.
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Time and Attention: Observations over 3 Weeks at MMC
When Dr Edwards' granddaughter Helen agreed to spend 3 weeks at MMC this summer, she expected to find a tiny space with one exam room, one doctor, and a couple of nurses. She discovered so much more.
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Opening Doors: An Update
Doors are opening! We have finalized an agreement to purchase the suite directly adjacent to our current clinic.
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Full Circle
There are moments in Memory & Movement Charlotte’s history that feel deeply personal. Adding neurologist Ajay Sethi, MD to the team is the latest one.
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Opening Doors with Love
Bill Crowder honors his wife Pam in everything he does - a dance, a lifetime of love, and a transformative gift in tribute.
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Growing Purpose
For this mother - daughter team, flowers are more than a business. They're planting new memories together.
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Meet the Board: John Morrice
John Morrice’s connection to Memory & Movement Charlotte began with a book.
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Circle of Support
Vernon thought he knew what caregiving would require. He learned it's a team sport, and it's ok to ask for help.
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Parkinson’s Support Group
At MMC, our best programs come straight from you. Over the past year, many patients have shared how helpful it would be to have a place to meet others living with Parkinson’s - we heard you!
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Meet the Pedal Posse: Margaret Ward
Margaret Ward is always moving - and helping others move more! We caught up with her to learn more about the newest Pedal Posse instructor:
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Meet the Pedal Posse: Angela Sinnett
When Angela isn't taking calls at MMC or leading spin class, you can find her in the kitchen, baking up a storm!
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Finding Poetry
Steve never thought he'd be a poet. Until a 2010 diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
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A Gift that Honors and Inspires
"A gift in honor lets friends know we see them, and we understand what they're going through."
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Turn Your IRA Into Impact
For many people over 70, making a charitable gift through an IRA isn’t only gen¬erous – it’s also tax-savvy!
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Do Memory Supplements Work?
You've seen all the ads - Dr. Chaconas shares the research, the risks, and how (and when!) to use supplements safely.
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Celebrating Happy Accidents
Art is a powerful tool for emotional expression, memory retention, and brain health
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Raising Their Voices
Ramona Holloway and Dr Chuck Edwards are teaming up to help caregivers find local resources.
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The “Pedal Posse” Takes Charge!
A new spin class supports people living with Parkinson’s disease
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Meet the Board: John McAlister
John McAlister has always been drawn to the intersection of people, policy, and purpose.
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A Fond Farewell and Warm Welcome
Our strength lies in our people—their compassion, commitment, and deep understanding of the patients and families who entrust us with their care.
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Meet the Board: Harsha Mirchandani
Harsha Mirchandani has learned some valuable lessons about caregiving and the sandwich generation.
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Pumped!
There are many effective medications to manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease but there’s a catch – you have to take them, often on a demanding schedule.
Until now. Two tried-and-true drugs are newly available in a continuous pump. And MMC patients are among the first in the nation to use them.
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“I Made Giving a Habit”
“I’m still giving after all these years for two reasons – I give in memory of Randy, but I also give for the future, to help other families receive the kind of care we were so lucky to find.”
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Meet the Board: Camille Salisbury
When Camille Salisbury joined the MMC Board of Directors she needed little introduction. In the local Parkinson’s world especially, she’s a legend.
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Class is In!
A new course trains professional caregivers to understand each patient’s story to develop trust, manage and anticipate changes with memory loss, and support family caregivers.
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MMC Patient Among the First to Receive New Dopamine Pump
Our brains naturally release dopamine all day in a very steady stream, and this pump recreates that consistent, around-the-clock release the way nature intended.
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Sharing Light
This year at her annual Diwali get-together, Kalpana asked her guests not to bring hostess gifts. Instead, she requested they share their light by donating to a cause they care about.
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July 2024 Alzheimer’s Treatment Update
We pledge to be a valuable resource for our patients and their families for consideration of treatments that can offer meaningful help for this disease.
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MMC Participating in Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ GUIDE Model
MMC is thrilled to participate in a nationwide study of a new Medicare alternative payment model designed to support people living with dementia and their caregivers.
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Welcome Deepu Thomas, MD!
Dr. Thomas is moving from Massachusetts to lead a fourth physician team, increasing our capacity to accept new patients.
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Positioned for the Future
Many say in life, change is the only constant. At MMC so is growth. This expansion positions us for the future.
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Living with Parkinson’s – and Superheroes
"You can’t be afraid to take on something that requires the motor skills you think you’re losing – there may be limits, but I can decide where they are."
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Planning Together
Celeste Suggs and her two sisters live hundreds of miles apart. Annual care plan appointments keep them on the same page.
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Family Finds Joy in Virtual Community
The Bell family didn't mean to share their story with the world.
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Voyages with Parkinson’s
Cedric Williams is on a personal mission - and his bags are always packed.
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Nurse Practitioner Comes Full Circle
Swati Patel's life experience has informed her career from the start.
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Small Models, Big Impact
Barry Roberson found peace and purpose where he least expected it – in miniature dollhouses.
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Family Business
"It’s a privilege to transform our own difficult journey into a service that helps others and honors Anita.”
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A Century of Stories
Ted McGee celebrated his 100th birthday this year. He shares lessons from experience as a husband, a father, and a ball turret gunner.
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Before I Go…
At the end of August, Dr. Edwards sent a letter to his patients notifying them that he will step back from seeing patients at the end of this calendar year. He wrote this article the following week.
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Puppy Power
"Coming here blends my professional and personal interests into a gift of service."
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The Families of MMC Project
"There is always more to learn about a person and a family, and Elias and I wanted to highlight what makes each both special and universal."
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A Lasting Legacy
"When you have a good experience with an organization like MMC and you have the ability to leave a gift, you do it."
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A New Role for Janet LeClair
Effective July 1, 2023, Janet LeClair is CEO of Memory & Movement Charlotte.
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Introducing Dr. Anita Wu
Dr. Wu will begin seeing Memory & Movement Charlotte patients in October of 2024, but she’s already getting acclimated.
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August 2023 Alzheimer’s Treatment Update
As we learn more about new and emerging drug therapies, we are committed to keeping patients and families informed.
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Take Charge! of Caregiver Mental Health
Strategies to make sure caregivers are also calm, clean, safe and loved.
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Memory & Movement Charlotte Statement on Donanemab
We remain hopeful that this is a true breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
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Unraveling a Diagnostic Mystery
“Dr. Iyer and his team continued to test for everything,” Nancy says. “They didn’t leave a single stone unturned because they didn’t want to treat Ed for something he didn’t have and potentially make things worse."
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April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
To educate more people know about Parkinson’s and support care for current patients - as well as research that will one day lead to a cure
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Our Take on Lecanemab
There are considerable risks — however, we remain hopeful that this is a step forward.
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Love Match
Frannie and Herb Browne have a theme song: Accentuate the Positive, by the Andrews Sisters.
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The Beat Goes On
I don’t pretend I don’t have Parkinson’s – I do. But I feel very fortunate, really. Life is good.
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Family Matters
Family is our biggest support...there are things we don't like...but we let it go and try to enjoy every day.
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More than a Game
The Sandra Ray Invitational Golf Tournament is about compassion, family, and a shared desire to make a difference for people living with dementia in our community.
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Proven: Reflections from a Longtime Board Member
Proof of concept is defined as an exercise to determine whether an idea can become reality. This community has proven ours.
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Caregiver Re-Connections
With support from The Cannon Foundation, we're revisiting our educational initiatives with an eye toward broad accessibility and impact.
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Reunion to Remember
Long term memories provide joy and meaning - "it's as if she put her illness on hold for a few days and lived as her younger self."
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From the Heart
Kathy Thomas believes a chance encounter saved her husband's life - and her own - more than once.
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Together, Month by Month
Bill Snider honors his wife Marti through a monthly gift to Memory & Movement Charlotte
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The Forgotten Half: A Parkinson’s Symposium Presentation
Dr. Iyer and Robyn discuss the role of caregivers at the Parkinson's Association annual symposium
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A Brighter Spot
Artist Lita Gatlin expressed the caregiving journey through a very special painting.
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Home Sweet Home
"I see this as an investment in longevity. Owning our facility represents stability for tomorrow."
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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!
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CN2 Hometown Hero
MMC is among first in region to offer SynOne test for Parkinson's disease
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New Diagnostic Tool
MMC is among first in region to offer SynOne test for Parkinson's disease
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Jerry and Barbara
A lifetime of catching curveballs prepared him for the challenges of caregiving.
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A Gift of Opportunity
Apparo's gift of in-kind technology support connects a community of volunteers and helps MMC help families.
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Partnership for Local Impact
David Moore Foundation leader sees an opportunity to make a greater impact together.
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Growing Stronger: The Next Phase
Eight years in, Memory and Movement Charlotte continues to evolve and grow.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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