Keep Your Brain Fit and Memory Sharp [70 minutes plus Q&A]
In this educational and engaging presentation you will learn about research-based lifestyle practices for maintaining brain function. Dr. Sasser will explain how memory works and teach you easy-to-use strategies for remembering names, information and tasks.
Making SENSE of Brain Health [45 minutes plus Q&A]
Your brain controls everything you do. Learn about the brain’s ability to adapt and distinguish between normal cognitive changes and possible indicators of cognitive impairment. Discover research-supported lifestyle practices (represented by the acronym SENSE) for optimizing brain health and maintaining cognitive vitality, and participate in cognitively stimulating exercises.
PAVE Your Way to a Better Memory [45 minutes plus Q&A]
A reliable memory is so important! In this educational and entertaining presentation Dr. Sasser will explain how memory works and let you experience the limitations of attention and short-term memory. She will teach you her distinctive PAVE strategies for improving retention and recall of names, information, and tasks.
From Memories to Memoir: An Introduction to Writing Memoir [60 minutes plus Q&A]
Contemporary memoir, in which everyday people tell stories about select aspects of their lives, has become very popular. Writing memoir stimulates your mind and your memory, and has the added benefit of developing a legacy for your family and friends. Join Dr. Linda Sasser to learn about various formats for telling your stories. You will experience ways to start creating your memoir and be inspired with ideas for continuing the journey.
Keys to a More Reliable Memory [60 minutes plus Q&A]
Have you ever wished your memory was more reliable? Are you easily distracted? Dr. Sasser will share the secrets of attention and let you experience the limitations of short-term memory. She will explain age-related memory changes and identify potentially reversible causes of memory loss. Gain a deeper understanding of how memory works and ways to make it more reliable as Dr. Sasser teaches simple-to-use strategies you can use immediately for retention and recall of names, tasks, and information.
Optimizing Sleep for Better Brain Health [50 minutes plus Q&A]
Insomnia and sleep disturbance symptoms tend to increase with aging and can interfere with daytime functioning. Learn why both quality and quantity of sleep are important and understand the effects of chronic sleep deprivation on brain health. Discover lifestyle practices and implement strategies and routines that can help with getting more restorative sleep.
Testimonials
Linda Sasser demonstrates the very concepts she is teaching us by remembering details that she picked up while interacting with the audience prior to the presentation. The program was humorous, well organized, practical and interactive. We had a tremendous community response to Dr. Sasser’s seminar on Healthy Brain, Healthy Memory. Over 150 people from the community attended this event! We plan on having her back again.
– Christi Kronberg, Sales Assistant, Covenant Village of Turlock
The guests loved your presentation. They enjoyed your ability to bring humor into a sometimes-frightening situation. They also found the tips for improving and maintaining one’s memory extremely helpful. And we appreciate your incorporating the benefits of socialization, spiritual, and educational programming we offer here at Friendship Village. Thank you for sharing this informative lecture with us. I know you have already made a difference in the lives of those who heard it.
– Rosemary Newman, Community Relations/Events Coordinator, Friendship Village, Schaumburg, IL
The response I received from the residents/guests was very positive. Linda gave us tips we can implement in our daily routines. It went beyond medical explanations about the aging brain and gave us tools we can use every day to help us remember simple things such as names and where we put our keys.
– Amy Magnusson, Sales Representative, Covenant Village of Northbrook
I enjoyed your program very much, thought it was very comprehensive and included practical and immediately useful strategies for keeping my memory sharp. The acronyms defining the components of memory and the strategies to stimulate memory were especially meaningful to me. Thank you!
– Joan Spindler
Rave reviews! Thanks!
Dawn Stangle, Grand Dominion, Mundelein, IL
Inspiring – liked doing as well as listening.
The exercises were wonderful and sharing was great.
It showed me that I can write.
I’m anxious to get started.– Various participants in the Memoir Workshop