Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "There is absolutely something you can do, today, to reduce your risk of getting #Alzheimer’s disease or #dementia. Studies support that Alzheimer’s and dementia can significantly be reduced and/or prevented with lifestyle changes. 🧩 Eating healthy 🧩 Exercising 🧩 Getting enough sleep 🧩 Managing stress 🧩 Managing chronic illnesses 🧩 Eliminating unnecessary medications (to include over-the-counter medications) 🧩 Keep learning new things 🧩 Staying engaged Wh
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "There is absolutely something you can do, today, to reduce your risk of getting #Alzheimer’s disease or #dementia. Studies support that Alzheimer’s and dementia can significantly be reduced and/or prevented with lifestyle changes. 🧩 Eating healthy 🧩 Exercising 🧩 Getting enough sleep 🧩 Managing stress 🧩 Managing chronic illnesses 🧩 Eliminating unnecessary medications (to include over-the-counter medications) 🧩 Keep learning new things 🧩 Staying engaged Wh
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Did you know your diet could be increasing your #dementia risk? Recent studies support that pro-inflammatory foods like ultra processed meats (corned beef hash) and sugar affect cognitive functioning that could lead to dementia. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods in your diet could help reduce your dementia risk significantly. Consider meal planning that aligns with the #MIND diet or the #Mediterranean diet for you, the #caregiver, and your loved one. If this
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Did you know your diet could be increasing your #dementia risk? Recent studies support that pro-inflammatory foods like ultra processed meats (corned beef hash) and sugar affect cognitive functioning that could lead to dementia. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods in your diet could help reduce your dementia risk significantly. Consider meal planning that aligns with the #MIND diet or the #Mediterranean diet for you, the #caregiver, and your loved one. If this
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Doctors prescribe #Alzheimer’s medications to treat the symptoms, not the cause. These symptoms may include memory loss, confusion, forgetting words, forgetting how to perform familiar tasks, lack of judgement and emotional imbalance. Aricept and Namenda are the typical medications doctors prescribe in order to treat #dementia, not Alzheimer’s disease. These medications tend to be most effective if given in the early stages. Other medications doctors might presc
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Doctors prescribe #Alzheimer’s medications to treat the symptoms, not the cause. These symptoms may include memory loss, confusion, forgetting words, forgetting how to perform familiar tasks, lack of judgement and emotional imbalance. Aricept and Namenda are the typical medications doctors prescribe in order to treat #dementia, not Alzheimer’s disease. These medications tend to be most effective if given in the early stages. Other medications doctors might presc
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "BTS @bewellnews12 in #NewYork. My first television interview 🎥 about my new book 📕 The Complete Dementia Caregiver’s Guide. Can’t wait to share the interview with you. Airing Monday, March 2nd. You can grab a copy of my book 📚 from @amazonbooks @barnesandnoble @booksamillion @walmart 😉. Or just click the link in my bio."
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "BTS @bewellnews12 in #NewYork. My first television interview 🎥 about my new book 📕 The Complete Dementia Caregiver’s Guide. Can’t wait to share the interview with you. Airing Monday, March 2nd. You can grab a copy of my book 📚 from @amazonbooks @barnesandnoble @booksamillion @walmart 😉. Or just click the link in my bio."
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Dr. Macie Smith shares valuable insights on unclaimed veteran home care benefits in an interview with WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News. To access the benefits veterans and their spouses could qualify for, visit synergyhomecare.com/veteranservices | Macie P. Smith
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Dr. Macie Smith shares valuable insights on unclaimed veteran home care benefits in an interview with WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News. To access the benefits veterans and their spouses could qualify for, visit synergyhomecare.com/veteranservices | Macie P. Smith
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Thank you, Columbia, SC ❤️! ATLANTA, GA you got next - June 26th. 🫶🏽 | Macie P. Smith
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Thank you, Columbia, SC ❤️! ATLANTA, GA you got next - June 26th. 🫶🏽 | Macie P. Smith
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This #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth let’s acknowledge and elevate the dedication of the “heartwork” of our family caregivers. You don’t ask for help because you’re broken. You ask to feel whole. We want you whole; but most importantly, we want you healthy. Self-care is the only way to ensure that happens. We see you! We acknowledge you! We celebrate you! We support you! | Dr. Macie P. Smith
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This #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth let’s acknowledge and elevate the dedication of the “heartwork” of our family caregivers. You don’t ask for help because you’re broken. You ask to feel whole. We want you whole; but most importantly, we want you healthy. Self-care is the only way to ensure that happens. We see you! We acknowledge you! We celebrate you! We support you! | Dr. Macie P. Smith
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People with #dementia don’t have to bathe everyday. There! I said it 😳. It just ain’t gonna happen. Stop forcing it 🛑. Full video ⏯️ https://www.youtube.com/live/jA_d7FMGfiU?si=XBGmq6iHr-an7LoI | Macie P. Smith
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Did you know that Alzheimer’s 🧠 attacks a person’s heart rate 💓 and breathing if they live out the course of the disease process? https://youtu.be/Qy-ZNluzAbs | Macie P. Smith
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The realities of #dementia caregiving is that one size doesn’t fit all. It is hard. It is frustrating. And it’s challenging. But it’s also beautiful because you show up every single time for someone who can’t always show up for themselves. That’s what’s most important. Showing up and making the most of the moments is a flex 💪🏽. #justaskdrmacie™ | Macie P. Smith
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People with dementia can remember some things. They don’t just wake up one morning forgetting everything. However, long-term memories stay intact long after the short-term memories fade. Alzheimer’s typically attacks the hippocampus, where the short-term memories are stored, first. My dad would get so frustrated with my grandma because she could remember a long time ago, but she couldn’t remember if she took her medicine or ate breakfast that morning. The reason they can remember a long time ago
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Words matter! Especially when caring for someone with #dementia. 💜"
68.9K viewsFeb 1, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "People with #dementia don’t have to bathe everyday. There! I said it 😳. It just ain’t gonna happen. Stop forcing it 🛑. Full video ⏯️ on YT (Just Ask Dr. Macie) 🎥: 🔗 in bio #justaskdrmacie™"
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Dementia is not always Alzheimer’s disease. You must ask the doctor what’s causing these symptoms. My book 📕 is a great starting point for new and long time family caregivers of those living with #dementia. The book link 🔗 is available in my bio. Available everywhere you get your fine books 📚. #justaskdrmacie™"
126.9K views8 months ago
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Help is on the way‼️ Medicare is now providing non-medical support to #dementia caregivers through the GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience). Ask your primary care physician if he/she is an approved provider of the GUIDE Model through Medicare. Watch the full video ▶️ on my YT Channel (Just Ask Dr. Macie). #justaskdrmacie™"
779.4K views10 months ago
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "So what if they forget your name. Just tell them. So what if they forget how to get to the bathroom. Just show them. But what if they remember that they are forgetting. Just reassure them. Because they always remember how you make them feel. #justaskdrmacie™"
316.4K viewsJan 15, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Dehydration poses a severe risk for #seniors during extreme cold 🥶. You typically think of dehydration posing a threat during the summer months; but proper hydration and nutrition is just as important during the winter months as well. I sat down with #FoxNews to discuss how seniors lose the sense for thirst as they get older and that their skin gets thinner; thereby, increasing their risk for hypothermia. Family caregivers should check in on their older adult l
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Knowing the difference between what’s normal #memory impairment and #dementia 🧠 will save you a whole lot of unnecessary grief and angst. #Alzheimer’s and progressive types of dementia is much more than forgetfulness. It’s forgetfulness + the loss of other functional abilities. #justaskdrmacie™"
17.5K views11 months ago
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "As we step into #WomensHistoryMonth, I’d like to acknowledge this year’s #Dare2Lead award recipient Coach #DawnStaley @staley05 . As a #caregiver for her mom, her words have resounding impact on those who are currently going through the journey. Thank you for your words of comfort 🙏🏽 💕. 📕: Uncommon Favor: Basketball, North Philly, My Mother, and the Life Lessons I Learned from All Three on #Amazon #HERstory"
479.6K viewsFeb 27, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "When you become a thief…but not really🥴. People with dementia tend to misplace items and accuse YOU of stealing it. While I know that is a hard pill to swallow, you almost have to. But how you handle it makes all the difference in the world. Remember, it’s more about them and less about you. #justaskdrmacie™"
402.4K viewsMar 14, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Women’s Empowerment 2025 was just what the doctor ordered. It was uplifting, inspiring, entertaining and most importantly intentional. It was such a pleasure moderating w/ my girl @onpointmediallc and sharing the stage with @talktotash922 @uncleophilly (yes we let him in 😄) and Aisha. Deal. Special thanks to the visionary @get2knowneek and the #BigDM family for such a wonderful day and for the hospitality. Until next year…"
30.7K views9 months ago
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "This is one of the best pieces of advice I can give to a #dementia caregiver. DON’T FORCE REALITY‼️ Tell their truth and reduce anxiety and frustration to promote optimal quality of living for the caregiver and the care receiver. Full video ⏯️ on YT (Just Ask Dr. Macie) #justaskdrmacie™"
94.9K viewsMay 12, 2025
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New testing and treatment for Alzheimer's
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "#Aging does not mean getting old. Two totally different things. Aging is not a number, it’s a mindset. You’re obligated to age, but getting old….that’s a choice…your choice. Choose to age well. #justaskdrmacie™"
28.7K viewsApr 29, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward”. ~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ✌🏽"
64.8K viewsJan 20, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Someone can have dementia without having #Alzheimer ‘s. One does not guarantee the other. The doctor/neurologist should be able to determine what is causing the dementia symptoms. Just ask. #justaskdrmacie™"
23.2K views11 months ago
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "I think we all underestimate the healing properties of sleep 🛌. The more you sleep, the more you reduce your risk of developing #dementia. What you do is more of a risk factor than who you were born to…when it comes to #Alzheimer’s and dementia 🧠. #justaskdrmacie™"
58.8K viewsApr 7, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith on Instagram: "Your parents already went to school; they don’t take tests anymore. Stop quizzing them ✍🏽. The real fact is that every encounter is a new encounter. Introduce yourself and keep it moving. Normalize it. This is the new normal. I know it’s hard to fully accept that your loved one no longer remembers you. But, just give them time and compassion; there may be a moment in there when they actually do. 💜🤍 #justaskdrmacie™"
551.2K viewsApr 4, 2025
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Dr. Macie P. Smith: Supporting Caregivers in Black Communities
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Passion matters. But PURPOSE is meaningful. (Snippet from #WESC25) - Show up for the people who need YOU. Don’t give haters your attention. But do give them the gas to fuel your fire; bc you’re going somewhere. Always remember, dogs only bark at moving cars (I hope I didn’t mess that saying up 🤦🏽‍♀️. Probably did, though 🫣). But you get what I’m saying👍🏽. #KeepMoving #justaskdrmacie™ | Dr. Macie P. Smith
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