Molly Harrigan Occupational Therapy

Molly Harrigan Occupational Therapy Outpatient OT Services in the home: Specialties in Cognition and Aging in Place Accepting insurances for occupational therapy services

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06/16/2026

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Alzheimer’s disease develops over many years, often long before symptoms appear. That’s why researchers continue to focus on understanding the factors that influence brain health throughout life.

Scientists and clinicians are working to uncover why Alzheimer’s disease affects people differently and how earlier awareness may help support healthier aging. For women in particular, this research is especially important, as women are disproportionately affected by the disease.

While there is still much to learn, one thing is clear: brain health is connected to overall health. The choices we make throughout our lives and the knowledge we gain through research can help shape the future of Alzheimer’s disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

The more we understand, the more empowered we are to take charge of our health and support those impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

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12/26/2025

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When someone living with a dementia suddenly wants sweet foods, soft foods, or only a few favourites, people worry. But the thing is dementia affects taste, smell, and sensory processing.

Therefore food can taste bland, metallic or feel “wrong” in the mouth. Sometimes it can be too hot, too cold or too textured

This is why the foods they used to love sometimes stop working because perception is altered

Sweet flavours often remain detectable longer , which is why desserts, fruit, or sweetened foods suddenly feel safer.

The goal is not a “balanced plate.” The goal is intake without distress.

If someone eats ice cream but refuses a full meal, that’s still nutrition.

Food rules must bend when the brain changes.
Be kind.

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