The City That Didn’t Forget Alzheimer’s

Many studies have suggested that exercise is good for the brain and can help ease certain Alzheimer’s symptoms. Since exercise can be a both a joy and a challenge for the memory-impaired, Tori, a fitness specialist for Azusa’s Triad Gym, also participated in the Silverado training. Her motivation for educating herself had everything to do with the mind-body connection: “We have elderly clients who enjoy the many benefits of being in the gym and being with other people. If trainers know how to communicate with someone who has dementia, they can create a more inclusive environment.”