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Woman Missing In Newark: Police (PHOTO) Woman Missing In Newark: Police (PHOTO)
Woman Missing In Newark: Police (Photo) A 79-year-old Newark woman was reported missing on Saturday, June 8, authorities said. Felisima Alvarez was last seen at noon heading northbound on North 7th Street toward 6th Avenue, Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé said. Alvarez has been diagnosed with diabetes and memory loss, Fragé said. She speaks only Spanish, Fragé said. She is 5'3" and weighs 130 lbs. and was last seen wearing a long sleeve plaid shirt, blue jeans with an embroidering design on the back pants pocket, and gray, black, and white sneakers with her hair in a bun, Fragé said. Anyone …
Elderly Man Missing In West Orange Elderly Man Missing In West Orange
Elderly Man Missing In West Orange Timothy Robinson has been missing from West Orange since Thursday, May 16, authorities said. He was last seen at 4:25 p.m. on Central Avenue near the Orange border, West Orange police said. Robinson is an elderly man who has memory loss, police said. He was last seen wearing a brown jacket, black sweatpants and a blue hat. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the West Orange Police Department at 973-325-4000.
Update: Man Missing From Long Island Located Update: Man Missing From Long Island Located
Update: Man Missing From Long Island Located Update:  Police have located a man who went missing after last being seen on Long Island.  Adolphus Veineer, age 78, had last been seen in Roosevelt on Wednesday, March 27, Nassau County Police said. He reportedly had memory loss and was listed as a vulnerable adult.  On Friday, March 29, the department announced that Veineer had been located.  Additional details, including where he was found and his current state, were not released.  Original Story:  Authorities are asking for the community’s assistance in locating a man who went missing after being seen o…
SUCCESS! Englewood Police Reunite Wandering Senior With Family SUCCESS! Englewood Police Reunite Wandering Senior With Family
Success! Englewood Police Reunite Wandering Senior With Family A senior suffering from memory loss was reunited with his family following a public appeal by Englewood police. The man -- whose name they believe is Jose Manuel Valero Gomez -- was found walking on a residential stretch of West Palisade Avene near the corner of Palisade Place. Gomez, who's believed to be in his 70s, only speaks Spanish, Police Lt. Fred Pulice said. "He looks to be in good physical health but can't remember some things," the lieutenant said late Friday afternoon, Aug. 18. City police posted photos online and showed them around the neighborhood, then brought the man t…
Seen Her? Westport Woman Goes Missing After Doctor's Appointment Seen Her? Westport Woman Goes Missing After Doctor's Appointment
Seen Her? Westport Woman Goes Missing After Doctor's Appointment Police in Fairfield County are seeking the public's assistance in locating a woman who has gone missing following a doctor's appointment. On Thursday, Feb. 23, around 2:15 p.m. Westport Police responded to a report of a missing person from 29 Washington Ave., said Lt. Matthew Gouveia of the Westport Police. Gouveia said Kathreen Brandt, age 80, drove from her Westport home to Norwalk Hospital for an appointment scheduled at 11:30 a.m.  After completing her visit, she was expected home around 1:30 p.m., Gouveia said.  "Brandt is believed to be suffering from some f…
Found: Missing 62-Year-Old CT Man Who Suffers From Memory Loss Found: Missing 62-Year-Old CT Man Who Suffers From Memory Loss
Found: Missing 62-Year-Old CT Man Who Suffers From Memory Loss Update:  Middletown Police report that David Reich was found and is safe. UPDATE- with the help of the public, Mr. Reich has been LOCATED and is SAFE. We want to thank everyone who shared the... Posted by Middletown Police Department -Connecticut on Thursday, January 26, 2023 Earlier report: A Silver Alert has been issued for a missing 62-year-old Connecticut man who suffers from memory loss, authorities report. Middlesex County resident David Reich, age 62, of Middletown, was last seen in the area of Dobson Circle in Middletown around 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24, according to Mid…
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man Authorities are searching for a missing 61-year-old Long Island man. Richard Burke was last seen in Stony Brook on Nicolls Road at about 9:20 p.m. on Monday, April 4, police reported.  He is described as being 5-foot-5 and 200 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a navy blue sweater, black sports pants, and black velcro shoes, authorities said. Authorities said Burke has memory loss and bipolar disorder, and he may be in need of medical attention. Anyone with information about Burke's whereabouts is asked to call SUNY Police Stony Brook at 631-632-783…
Missing, Endangered Alert Issued For 83 Year Old Man: Pennsylvania State Police Missing, Endangered Alert Issued For 83 Year Old Man: Pennsylvania State Police
Missing, Endangered Alert Issued For 83 Year Old Man: Pennsylvania State Police UPDATE: Robert Hodson was found safe and reunited with his family on Thursday morning, according to police. ORIGINAL: Police are asking the public for help locating a missing man they believe may be in danger. Please contact PSP Lancaster if you have any information of HODSONs whereabouts. pic.twitter.com/WO5jFRr6a8 — Trooper Kochka (@PSPTroopJPIO) December 9, 2021 Robert Hodson, 83, of Lancaster County, was last seen in the first block of Dry Wells Road in Bart Township on Wednesday around 8:30 a.m., according to a release by Pennsylvania state police. Hodson is described as 5 fee…
SEEN HIM? Alert Issued For Missing Newark Man, 72, With Memory Loss SEEN HIM? Alert Issued For Missing Newark Man, 72, With Memory Loss
Seen HIM? Alert Issued For Missing Newark Man, 72, With Memory Loss Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a 72-year-old Newark man with memory loss who was reported missing on Monday. Curlie Hayes, Jr. was last seen on the 100 block of Carolina Avenue, Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose said in a release. Hayes, Jr. is 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighs 167 pounds and has a medium brown complexion, graying hair and brown eyes. He was wearing a pink shirt and gray sweatpants at the time of his disappearance, Ambrose said. Hayes, Jr. also suffers from memory loss, his family said. Anyone with information about Hayes Jr.'s whereabouts is a…
Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease
Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease Understanding Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s is a progressive memory loss disease that affects a person’s ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate, and perform daily functions. It’s difficult watching those we care for struggle to perform daily activities. At Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, we’re here to provide support for those with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and loved ones. Supporting people with Alzheimer’s and those who care for them Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease involves a team of people who provide caregiving, support, and assistance with decision makin…
Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease
Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease Understanding Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s is a progressive memory loss disease that affects a person’s ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate, and perform daily functions. It’s difficult watching those we care for struggle to perform daily activities. At Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, we’re here to provide support for those with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and loved ones. Supporting people with Alzheimer’s and those who care for them Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease involves a team of people who provide caregiving, support, and assistance with decision makin…
Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips
Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5.7 million Americans were estimated to be living with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018. June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, which brings attention to those struggling with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. As we age, it is common to have some memory loss, or age-associated memory impairment, due to the deterioration of our hippocampus, the region of the brain responsible for the formation and retrieval of memories. Blood flow to the brain can also decrease with age, causing memory impairment and changes in cognitive …
Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips
Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5.7 million Americans were estimated to be living with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018. June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, which brings attention to those struggling with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. As we age, it is common to have some memory loss, or age-associated memory impairment, due to the deterioration of our hippocampus, the region of the brain responsible for the formation and retrieval of memories. Blood flow to the brain can also decrease with age, causing memory impairment and changes in cognitive …
Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips
Memory Matters: Maintain Brain Health With These Tips According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5.7 million Americans were estimated to be living with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018. June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, which brings attention to those struggling with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. As we age, it is common to have some memory loss, or age-associated memory impairment, due to the deterioration of our hippocampus, the region of the brain responsible for the formation and retrieval of memories. Blood flow to the brain can also decrease with age, causing memory impairment and changes in cognitive …
Forget-Me-Not: How To Overcome Memory Problems Caused By Stroke Forget-Me-Not: How To Overcome Memory Problems Caused By Stroke
Forget-Me-Not: How To Overcome Memory Problems Caused By Stroke In addition to the dangerous physical side effects, strokes can cause more than just decreased mobility. In the weeks, months or even years following an episode, those who have suffered a stroke often experience some form of memory loss. The National Stroke Association estimates that approximately one third of stroke survivors will develop memory problems. “Whether a person who has had a stroke suffers memory loss or other cognitive problems has to do with where in the brain the stroke occurred, as well as other factors, including a person’s age,” said Dr. Mohini Gurme, a neurologist with Ro…
Waveny Offers Support Group For Caregivers Coping With Impacts Of Dementia Waveny Offers Support Group For Caregivers Coping With Impacts Of Dementia
Waveny Offers Support Group For Caregivers Coping With Impacts Of Dementia FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Waveny LifeCare Network hosts a regularly-scheduled public support group for people coping with the impact of caring for a loved one with dementia. Held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month in the Lila and Harry Coleman Library at 3 Farm Road, New Canaan, Waveny’s group is sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter. Upcoming meeting dates for the group’s schedule are March 13 and 27, April 10 and 24, May 8 and 22, and June 12 and 26. Meetings begin at 1:45 p.m. and last for approximately one hour. Led by Kate Bacon, LMSW, Waveny socia…