Brain Health Matters Presentations
Learn Brain-Healthy Lifestyles
Upcoming Presentations
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Food for a Healthier Brain 1/13/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Food for a Healthier Brain 1/13/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Practical Tips for a Healthier You 1/15/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Practical Tips for a Healthier You 1/15/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Food for a Healthier Brain 2/6/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Food for a Healthier Brain 2/6/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Sensory Health and Your Brain 5/6/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Sensory Health and Your Brain 5/6/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Understanding Dementia; Why Early Diagnosis Matters 8/6/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Understanding Dementia; Why Early Diagnosis Matters 8/6/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Navigating Your Aging Journey 10/28/2025
Brain Health Matters Presentations - Navigating Your Aging Journey 10/28/2025
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Practical Tips for a Healthier You
Why is health span more important than life span? Explore the pillars of improved cognitive health including fitness tips, brain-healthy foods, the arts, stress reduction, sleep and socialization.
Food for a Healthier Brain
You are what you eat. Your brain works hard 24/7. Learn about the right fuel for your brain health and ways to incorporate more high-quality vitamin-rich foods in your everyday diet.
Sensory Health and Your Brain
Vision and hearing changes put you at a greater risk for dementia. Learn more about how your senses are connected to your brain health and ways to treat sensory deficits for better overall health.
Navigating Your Aging Journey
Let us help you plan your aging journey. We’ll provide the tools, resources, and next-step advice needed to help you plan for an independent, meaningful life as you age.
Living in the Sandwich Generation
Caring for both children and aging parents? Feeling overwhelmed? We’ll equip you with helpful strategies and the resources available to overcome your caregiving challenges.
Understanding Dementia: Why Early Diagnosis Matters
Dementia is a “big umbrella” with different symptoms, types, and underlying causes. Alzheimer’s disease is one, but there are many other brain disorders. Learn how dementia differs from normal age-related memory lapses and about the benefits of early diagnosis. We’ll also share strategies to help maintain and prolong cognitive health.
Women and Dementia
One in five women over 65 is at a lifetime risk of developing dementia, far greater than men. Learn what factors contribute to a diagnosis and what steps you can take to prevent or slow the onset of dementia and Alzheimer’s for you and your loved ones.
My Friend Has Dementia… Stay Engaged!
How do you maintain the special bond of friendship when someone you care about has dementia? Learn about meaningful activities you can enjoy together and the importance of staying connected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brain Health Matters (BHM)?
Brain Health Matters is a suite of presentations by Amazing Place professionals to help educate the community about brain-healthy lifestyles, caregiving and dementia.
How do I schedule a BHM presentation for my organization?
You can schedule a BHM presentation by contacting Pam Berkley at pberkley@amazingplacehouston.org
Is there a fee associated with attending a BHM presentation or hosting a BHM presentation for my organization?
Meet Our Speakers
Sally Davis, RN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Sally Davis, RN, MSN, Clinicial Training Specialist at Amazing Place is a UCLA Certified Memory Trainer. She received her BSN from DePauw University and has her Master’s in Mental Health Nursing from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Sally is a frequent speaker on topics to improve and maintain cognitive health and leads memory training courses for adults “north of 50.”
Mehrnaz Gill, Master of Science
Mehrnaz Gill, MSG, Clinical Training Director at Amazing Place, has a MS in Gerontology from Baylor University. For the past 30 years she has devoted her time both professionally and personally to causes related to the elderly and their well-being. Mehrnaz has an expertise in multidisciplinary and intergenerational education and training.