The Stronger Memory Program: A Path to Cognitive Well-Being with Rob Liebreich of Goodwin Living

In this episode of 'Let's Talk Brain Health,' Robert 'Rob' Liebreich, President and CEO of Goodwin Living, discusses the Stronger Memory program, an initiative focused on enhancing brain health in senior living communities. Rob shares personal stories that fueled his passion for memory care, including his experience with his mother.

 

The Stronger Memory program consists of three key activities: reading aloud, handwriting, and tackling simple math problems, all designed to engage the prefrontal cortex and mitigate cognitive decline.

 

Initially inspired by methods used in Japan, the program has shown significant positive outcomes, including delayed onset and improvement in dementia-related symptoms. Rob highlights the program’s accessibility, its implementation in various settings, and the importance of movement and social interaction for brain health.

 

The program is available for free and has been successfully rolled out across the United States, showing promising results in improving cognitive function and quality of life for seniors.

 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

 

00:05 Rob's Background and Journey into Senior Living

 

01:39 Personal Connection to Brain Health and Memory Care

 

03:54 The Birth of the Stronger Memory Program

 

07:13 The Impact and Success of the Stronger Memory Program

 

09:15 Differentiating Stronger Memory from Traditional Memory Care

 

16:13 The Future of the Stronger Memory Program

 

16:19 Key Concepts of the Stronger Memory Program

 

19:24 Significant Milestones for the Stronger Memory Program

 

23:26 Innovations and Developments in Senior Living and Memory Care

 

28:00 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information

 

• Learn more about the Stronger Memory Program at Goodwin Senior Living here.
• Download a digital copy of the Stronger Memory workbook here.
• Email: StrongerMemory@goodwinliving.org

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