Miranda Rose Richard, Attorney at Law

01/07/2025

Prostate cancer is such a difficult cancer to address. I am hopeful this research will bring new treatments.

INDIANAPOLIS — New research from the IU School of Medicine found a discovery that could lead to new treatments for prostate cancer. The American Cancer Society said one in eight men will be diagnos…

10/22/2024

This is a great article that highlights how quickly our actions can snowball when dementia begins to take hold.

Politics aside, many in our population are taken advantage of by solicitations for donations for various causes and from outright scams for money.

Having a Power of Attorney review bank statements can help identify unusual activity quickly before it becomes a bigger issue.

A CNN investigation reveals how deceptive political fundraising has misled hundreds of elderly Americans.

10/04/2024

If you have dementia or know someone with dementia, I strongly recommend watching this short clip that gives a perspective of what it is like living with dementia from someone who has dementia.

It’s an old clip I posted on my own personal timeline in 2017, but it is still so very relevant today.

My Grandmother passed after a very long fight with dementia this Spring. As a strong, independent woman, she handled dementia surprisingly well.

There is still a possibility of moments of joy within a life with dementia.

07/30/2024

Yet another potential win in the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease. Hopefully further studies also confirm this connection.

A small clinical trial suggests that drugs like Ozempic could potentially be used not just for diabetes and weight loss but to protect the brain, slowing the rate at which people with Alzheimer’s disease lose their ability to think clearly, remember things and perform daily activities. The results...

07/28/2024

I hope the testing and study of this Alzheimer’s screening process goes well so it can start to be incorporated into routine welllness checks.

Blood tests that can detect 90% of Alzheimer’s cases could revolutionize access to Alzheimer’s treatment, studies say.

05/29/2024

It is always so comforting to see new ways to engage those with dementia in their daily life and to further connect with them.

Long ago, I cooked the evening meal at a nursing home for two years as I paid my way through undergrad and I saw how important meals can be for residents.

One of the things I tell people who ask “what facility should I look at?” is “take a tour with a meal and see how it tastes because a good meal is something to look forward to every day.”

From nourishment to comfort and sensory experiences, food feeds our bodies and our minds.

A care home invites residents to share their memories of favourite foods for a new cook book.

05/08/2024

I am a speaker today at Independence Village Zionsville West. I will primarily be discussing Advance Directives, Wills, and Trusts.

There is a great group of vendors here.

03/25/2024

I had a great conversation with Shawn Kim with Power Over Dementia Fitness this morning regarding her exercise program in Central Indiana for those who have been diagnosed with dementia or have mild cognitive impairment.

Check out their page for additional information.

An exercise community designed for persons with dementia and their care partners.

02/08/2024

I have known Author Christie Freeze nearly the entire time I have been in the Elder Law space and this book is a great starting place for determining how to plan for the care of yourself or a loved one.

I really appreciate the generous font sizes that allow easing reading even for those with weakening eye sight. I also enjoyed the uplifting self-care reminders for caregivers.

CAREbyCHRISTIE can also provide consultations to build on the information contained in the book.

The Eldercare/Caregiving journey is one that often begins at home and travels down many intricate paths before additional, higher levels of care are necessary. This guide walks you through each piece of the puzzle to help you build a foundation of support for you and your family as you navigate e...

01/04/2024

This is a great article about the many benefits of wearing hearing aids if you have hearing loss.

Data shows not enough people wear hearing aids, which could be a problem for long-term health. Experts explain how the devices help and when to get them.