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Perth Now
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Jeff Bezos mourns mom
Jeff Bezos' mom has died. The Amazon boss has paid tribute to Jackie Bezos, with whom he co-founded the Bezos Family Foundation, after she passed away at the age of 78 'after a long fight with Lewy body dementia.' Jeff wrote on his social media accounts on Thursday (14.08.25): "Her adulthood started a little bit early when she became my mom at the tender age of 17. That couldn't have been easy, but she made it all work. "She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish. For the rest of her life, that list of people to love never stopped growing. She always gave so much more than she ever asked for. "After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who loved her — her kids, grandkids, and my dad. I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life. I hold her safe in my heart forever." Jeff, 61, touchingly ended his tribute to Jackie - who is also survived by husband Mike Bezos, her other children Christina and Mark, 11 grandchildren and a great-grandchild - with a direct message to her. He wrote: "I love you, mom." Jeff's wife Lauren Sanchez Bezos was among those to comment on her spouse's post. She wrote: "We will miss her SO much. Love you [heart and broken heart emojis] (sic)" Katy Perry shared a broken heart emoji, while Sharon Stone posted: "My sincere condolences I just lost my mom too." Antonio Banderas offered condolences in a comment written in Spanish, which translated as: "My deepest sympathy to you. Much strength in these tough times.(sic)" Other stars to pay their respects in the comment section included Naomi Campbell, Miranda Kerr and designer Philipp Plein. The news was first announced by the Bezos Family Foundation, who remembered Jackie as a "devoted mother" who "always" put her kids first. They said in a statement: "She made countless trips to Radio Shack for Jeff, spent numerous hours supervising cheerleading practices with Christina, and hauled drums in the back of the family station wagon for Mark. "She dedicated her life to her family and poured her heart into raising her children with compassion, patience, and wisdom. "Jackie created a space where everyone felt safe, heard, and cared for. Whether offering a plate of food, a bit of advice or simply a listening ear, she had a remarkable way of making people feel like family. "To the countless people she touched throughout a remarkable life, Jacklyn Gise Bezos was a fierce advocate and supporter, filled with heart for others, and never accepting the status quo." In lieu of flowers, the foundation said the family asked people "to support a nonprofit organization that is meaningful to you or to perform a simple act of kindness in her memory.(sic)"
Irish Independent
17-07-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Real Health podcast: A neuroscientist's guide to caring for someone with dementia
Dr Sabina Brennan, neuroscientist, psychologist and author of Still Me: A neuroscientist's guide to caring for someone with dementia, joins Karl Henry on this week's episode of The Real Health podcast. Early in the conversation, the caregiver explained that there are many different types of dementia. 'There are several kinds of dementia that occur and are associated with later life. Alzheimer's disease is the most common one, representing 60 to 70% of all cases of dementia. Then you have vascular dementia which is related to the health of your cardiovascular system. Basically, it's a dementia that can occur as a consequence of stroke or mini-strokes,' Dr Brennan explained. 'This is the brain being blocked from getting sufficient oxygen. Then you have Lewy body dementia which is associated with a protein called Lewy Body with specific symptoms like hallucination.' I was interested to find out how lifestyle can reduce the likelihood of developing dementia. '40% of all cases of Alzheimer's disease cases are attributable to 12 modifiable risk factors. So there are things you can do to avoid developing dementia. "There are 50 million people globally living with dementia, we could reduce those cases by 40% by changing people's lifestyle factors and stop them developing dementia.' You can listen to the full episode here or wherever you get your podcasts.
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Expert ends confusion over Alzheimer's and dementia differences
NHS figures suggest that over 944,000 people in the UK currently have dementia, including one in every 11 over 65 years old Dementia and Alzheimer's disease are often mistaken for one another. But one psychologist has now delved into both terms to definitively clarify their meanings. Dr Kelynn Lee, CEO of the Dementia Care Hub, posted her insights in a quick TikTok clip last year. She explained that while Alzheimer's and dementia are frequently mixed up, they are actually quite different. "One question that keeps coming up is, 'What's the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia?'" she said to her followers. "So, this is going to be a very brief video, and I'm going to make it very clear." In a nutshell, Dr Lee stressed that dementia is an umbrella term which encompasses various syndromes, like Alzheimer's disease. This essentially means that Alzheimer's is a form of dementia, so dementia cannot be a form of Alzheimer's. She continued: "Okay, so dementia is the umbrella term, whereby there are lots of dementia syndromes that sit underneath. So you have Alzheimer's disease, you have vascular dementia, you have mixed dementia, you have Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. "You have frontotemporal dementia, you have Lewy Body dementia, the Korsakoff's dementia. So, there are lots of different dementia syndromes. They all fit underneath the term 'dementia'. So, Alzheimer's is a type of dementia. I hope that is clear." READ MORE: Dame Judi Dench shares plea after watching loved ones 'slip away' NHS figures suggest that more than 944,000 people in the UK currently have dementia, including one in every 11 over 65 years old. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for approximately 60 to 70% of cases, according to the World Health Organisation. While the exact cause of Alzheimer's is still not yet completely understood, there are numerous factors associated with an increased risk. These include: Lifestyle factors and conditions associated with cardiovascular disease Increasing age (but dementia is not a 'normal' part of ageing) Family history of the condition Untreated depression Alzheimer's is a progressive condition, which means its symptoms develop slowly over many years. Usually, the first symptoms arise as minor memory problems, such as misremembering names or forgetting conversations. However, as the condition progresses, the NHS explains that other signs might include: Low moods and anxiety Behavioural changes - increasing aggression or suspicion Problems moving around without assistance Hallucinations Difficulties with communication, speech or language Trouble making decisions Confusion, disorientation or getting lost in familiar places READ MORE: Dementia patients at greater risk of heatwave-related health risks, nurse warns Advice from the NHS adds: "There's currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but medicines are available that can help relieve some of the symptoms. "Various other types of support are also available to help people with Alzheimer's live as independently as possible, such as making changes to your home environment so it's easier to move around and remember daily tasks. "Psychological treatments such as cognitive stimulation therapy may also be offered to help support your memory, problem-solving skills and language ability." Anyone who believes they are experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease is encouraged to seek GP advice. Further information is available at the NHS website.
The Advertiser
26-06-2025
- Health
- The Advertiser
'Too much of a risk': Mark kept being turned away until he found his people
After having the door slammed in his face time after time as his disability was deemed too "risky", Mark Stephenson finally found his tribe with a volunteer sports organisation. When the father-of-five was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and Young Onset Lewy Body Dementia at just 54, he had to give up his beloved career as a Station Officer with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, as well as his driver's licence. "It was a bit of an adjustment, being home everyday with nothing to do," Mr Stephenson said, now aged 57. Read more in The Senior The grandfather-of-two told The Senior Lewy Body affects younger people differently than those with more life experience. "For older people, it's more slower in the progression of the disease normally, whereas for younger people, it's quicker. So life expectancy for someone under 60 getting it is three to seven years," he said. After diagnosis, Mark wanted to use his extra time to give back to his community as a volunteer - but over a two-year period all the organisations Mark approached shut their doors to him. They told him he was "too much of a risk", due to the hallucinations he can sometimes have with dementia. After the once-active fireman tried his local sports groups - and was given the same answer - he felt very isolated for the first two years following his diagnosis - only going out if his wife or friends took him. "By this stage, I was starting to lose a lot of mobility. Lewy body attacks the brain and the spinal cord," he said. "I'd pretty much given up and just thought, ok, I'll just sit at home and watch the world go by and wait for the Grim Reaper to knock on the door." But things changed when Mark's wife saw a Facebook ad for wheelchair cricket and "pestered" him too give them a call. The result changed his life. Initally, Mark was worried Sporting Wheelies would shut their door too once they knew of his condition, but they didn't. "It was like, 'G'day, how are you going? Yep, this is a sports wheelchair, jump in one'," he said. "Very welcoming, very inclusive. Pretty much straight away accepted me as part of the community. No-one's judged." Sporting Wheelies in Queensland has given Mark a "sense of purpose" and it wasn't long until he started playing wheelchair basketball, as well as wheelchair AFL. "Sporting Wheelies is also a gateway, so they can put you in touch with wheelchair AFL, the wheelchair rugby league, wheelchair rugby," he said. Through AFL, he is learning new skills, but it's the support and friendship that's been most rewarding. "I'm basically a paraplegic now. But the community down there are able to help you adjust to things very easily, because people down there have lived experience," he said. "And whether it's through accident, through injury or by disease, everyone's in the same boat, just at various stages. So there's a really good support network." Mark wants everyone to be able to have access to sport and specialised wheelchairs, and is hoping Sporting Wheelies will attract donations and corporate sponsorship so it can include more regional areas in Queensland and then into other states. Individuals and organisations can make a 100 percent tax-deductible donation to Sporting Wheelies before June 30 at Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. After having the door slammed in his face time after time as his disability was deemed too "risky", Mark Stephenson finally found his tribe with a volunteer sports organisation. When the father-of-five was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and Young Onset Lewy Body Dementia at just 54, he had to give up his beloved career as a Station Officer with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, as well as his driver's licence. "It was a bit of an adjustment, being home everyday with nothing to do," Mr Stephenson said, now aged 57. Read more in The Senior The grandfather-of-two told The Senior Lewy Body affects younger people differently than those with more life experience. "For older people, it's more slower in the progression of the disease normally, whereas for younger people, it's quicker. So life expectancy for someone under 60 getting it is three to seven years," he said. After diagnosis, Mark wanted to use his extra time to give back to his community as a volunteer - but over a two-year period all the organisations Mark approached shut their doors to him. They told him he was "too much of a risk", due to the hallucinations he can sometimes have with dementia. After the once-active fireman tried his local sports groups - and was given the same answer - he felt very isolated for the first two years following his diagnosis - only going out if his wife or friends took him. "By this stage, I was starting to lose a lot of mobility. Lewy body attacks the brain and the spinal cord," he said. "I'd pretty much given up and just thought, ok, I'll just sit at home and watch the world go by and wait for the Grim Reaper to knock on the door." But things changed when Mark's wife saw a Facebook ad for wheelchair cricket and "pestered" him too give them a call. The result changed his life. Initally, Mark was worried Sporting Wheelies would shut their door too once they knew of his condition, but they didn't. "It was like, 'G'day, how are you going? Yep, this is a sports wheelchair, jump in one'," he said. "Very welcoming, very inclusive. Pretty much straight away accepted me as part of the community. No-one's judged." Sporting Wheelies in Queensland has given Mark a "sense of purpose" and it wasn't long until he started playing wheelchair basketball, as well as wheelchair AFL. "Sporting Wheelies is also a gateway, so they can put you in touch with wheelchair AFL, the wheelchair rugby league, wheelchair rugby," he said. Through AFL, he is learning new skills, but it's the support and friendship that's been most rewarding. "I'm basically a paraplegic now. But the community down there are able to help you adjust to things very easily, because people down there have lived experience," he said. "And whether it's through accident, through injury or by disease, everyone's in the same boat, just at various stages. So there's a really good support network." Mark wants everyone to be able to have access to sport and specialised wheelchairs, and is hoping Sporting Wheelies will attract donations and corporate sponsorship so it can include more regional areas in Queensland and then into other states. Individuals and organisations can make a 100 percent tax-deductible donation to Sporting Wheelies before June 30 at Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. After having the door slammed in his face time after time as his disability was deemed too "risky", Mark Stephenson finally found his tribe with a volunteer sports organisation. When the father-of-five was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and Young Onset Lewy Body Dementia at just 54, he had to give up his beloved career as a Station Officer with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, as well as his driver's licence. "It was a bit of an adjustment, being home everyday with nothing to do," Mr Stephenson said, now aged 57. Read more in The Senior The grandfather-of-two told The Senior Lewy Body affects younger people differently than those with more life experience. "For older people, it's more slower in the progression of the disease normally, whereas for younger people, it's quicker. So life expectancy for someone under 60 getting it is three to seven years," he said. After diagnosis, Mark wanted to use his extra time to give back to his community as a volunteer - but over a two-year period all the organisations Mark approached shut their doors to him. They told him he was "too much of a risk", due to the hallucinations he can sometimes have with dementia. After the once-active fireman tried his local sports groups - and was given the same answer - he felt very isolated for the first two years following his diagnosis - only going out if his wife or friends took him. "By this stage, I was starting to lose a lot of mobility. Lewy body attacks the brain and the spinal cord," he said. "I'd pretty much given up and just thought, ok, I'll just sit at home and watch the world go by and wait for the Grim Reaper to knock on the door." But things changed when Mark's wife saw a Facebook ad for wheelchair cricket and "pestered" him too give them a call. The result changed his life. Initally, Mark was worried Sporting Wheelies would shut their door too once they knew of his condition, but they didn't. "It was like, 'G'day, how are you going? Yep, this is a sports wheelchair, jump in one'," he said. "Very welcoming, very inclusive. Pretty much straight away accepted me as part of the community. No-one's judged." Sporting Wheelies in Queensland has given Mark a "sense of purpose" and it wasn't long until he started playing wheelchair basketball, as well as wheelchair AFL. "Sporting Wheelies is also a gateway, so they can put you in touch with wheelchair AFL, the wheelchair rugby league, wheelchair rugby," he said. Through AFL, he is learning new skills, but it's the support and friendship that's been most rewarding. "I'm basically a paraplegic now. But the community down there are able to help you adjust to things very easily, because people down there have lived experience," he said. "And whether it's through accident, through injury or by disease, everyone's in the same boat, just at various stages. So there's a really good support network." Mark wants everyone to be able to have access to sport and specialised wheelchairs, and is hoping Sporting Wheelies will attract donations and corporate sponsorship so it can include more regional areas in Queensland and then into other states. Individuals and organisations can make a 100 percent tax-deductible donation to Sporting Wheelies before June 30 at Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. After having the door slammed in his face time after time as his disability was deemed too "risky", Mark Stephenson finally found his tribe with a volunteer sports organisation. When the father-of-five was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and Young Onset Lewy Body Dementia at just 54, he had to give up his beloved career as a Station Officer with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, as well as his driver's licence. "It was a bit of an adjustment, being home everyday with nothing to do," Mr Stephenson said, now aged 57. Read more in The Senior The grandfather-of-two told The Senior Lewy Body affects younger people differently than those with more life experience. "For older people, it's more slower in the progression of the disease normally, whereas for younger people, it's quicker. So life expectancy for someone under 60 getting it is three to seven years," he said. After diagnosis, Mark wanted to use his extra time to give back to his community as a volunteer - but over a two-year period all the organisations Mark approached shut their doors to him. They told him he was "too much of a risk", due to the hallucinations he can sometimes have with dementia. After the once-active fireman tried his local sports groups - and was given the same answer - he felt very isolated for the first two years following his diagnosis - only going out if his wife or friends took him. "By this stage, I was starting to lose a lot of mobility. Lewy body attacks the brain and the spinal cord," he said. "I'd pretty much given up and just thought, ok, I'll just sit at home and watch the world go by and wait for the Grim Reaper to knock on the door." But things changed when Mark's wife saw a Facebook ad for wheelchair cricket and "pestered" him too give them a call. The result changed his life. Initally, Mark was worried Sporting Wheelies would shut their door too once they knew of his condition, but they didn't. "It was like, 'G'day, how are you going? Yep, this is a sports wheelchair, jump in one'," he said. "Very welcoming, very inclusive. Pretty much straight away accepted me as part of the community. No-one's judged." Sporting Wheelies in Queensland has given Mark a "sense of purpose" and it wasn't long until he started playing wheelchair basketball, as well as wheelchair AFL. "Sporting Wheelies is also a gateway, so they can put you in touch with wheelchair AFL, the wheelchair rugby league, wheelchair rugby," he said. Through AFL, he is learning new skills, but it's the support and friendship that's been most rewarding. "I'm basically a paraplegic now. But the community down there are able to help you adjust to things very easily, because people down there have lived experience," he said. "And whether it's through accident, through injury or by disease, everyone's in the same boat, just at various stages. So there's a really good support network." Mark wants everyone to be able to have access to sport and specialised wheelchairs, and is hoping Sporting Wheelies will attract donations and corporate sponsorship so it can include more regional areas in Queensland and then into other states. Individuals and organisations can make a 100 percent tax-deductible donation to Sporting Wheelies before June 30 at Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Donald L. Helmick, Warren, Ohio
WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Donald Helmick, 78, passed away after a courageous battle against Lewy Body Dementia, Wednesday morning, May 14, 2025. He spent his last few days surrounded by family in the care of the loving nurses through Buckeye Hospice and the Newton Falls Country Club. He was born in Warren, Ohio, on October 22, 1946, the son of the late, Nellie and Clyde Helmick. Find obituaries from your high school Don graduated from Leavittsburg High School in 1965 and that's where he met the love of his life, Regena (Davis) and they married on June 1, 1968. Don was a Vietnam Army veteran and then worked at American Welding as a scheduler until the business closed. Don worked at a few other places until his official retirement. Don was an outdoorsy type of person who loved to fish, hike, bike and made many wonderful memories camping with family and friends. He enjoyed coaching his son's baseball teams, cheering on his grandchildren at their sporting events and watching NASCAR. Don was always helping other people with home improvements and was very handy. Don is preceded in death by his parents, his half-sister, Hilda and his half-brother, Cecil. Lovely recollections of Don will be passed down through wife, Regena; his siblings, Fred (Sally) Helmick, Harold Helmick, Sue (Vic) Belebczuk and George Helmick; daughter, Janet (John) Perdue; son, Daniel (Jenny) Helmick; granddaughters, Stephanie (Sean) Lujan and Alyssa (Marcus) Sedlak; great-granddaughter, Zoe Sedlak and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Arrangements have been taken care of by Carl W. Hall Funeral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
