New Year, New Mindset: Resolutions for Brain Health in 2026

Start the year with a fresh approach to brain health! Join us for New Year, New Mindset, a virtual education series designed to help you build habits that support cognitive wellness. Explore practical strategies and science-backed tips to keep your brain healthy and resilient in 2026 and beyond.

New Year, New Mindset: Practical Steps for Lifelong Brain Health

Protecting your brain health - how you think, learn, and remember - is important at every age. This program explores what cognitive decline, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease mean, factors that affect risk, and practical steps you can take today. Learn the Alzheimer’s Association’s 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain and insights from the U.S. POINTER Study to help keep your brain strong and resilient.

Ten Healthy Habits infographic (PDF)

January 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Presented live on Zoom. Recording now available.

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New Year, New Mindset: Eating for Brain Health

Discover how the right foods can boost brain health and lower the risk of cognitive decline. This interactive session features cooking demos, simple recipes, and practical tips for brain-friendly diets like Mediterranean and MIND. Presented by registered dietitians from Senior Resources Agency on Aging.

MIND Diet Recipes (PDF)
Healthy cooking demo video (YouTube)

January 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Presented live on Zoom. Recording now available.

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New Year, New Mindset: Sleep Hygiene for Brain Health

January 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM | Presented live on Zoom | Quality sleep is vital for memory, focus, and brain health. Join Dr. Jennifer Langstengel and Dr. Ethan Bernstein from UConn Health’s Sleep Disorders Center to explore the latest research and practical tips for better sleep. Learn how healthy sleep habits protect cognitive health and get your questions answered in this interactive session.

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New Year, New Mindset: Dance for Brain Health

February 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM | Presented live on Zoom | Explore how dance supports brain health by boosting memory, coordination, and mood. In this interactive session with dance therapist Donna Newman-Bluestein, you’ll learn its cognitive benefits, try simple movements, and get tips for making dance part of your routine. No experience needed - just come ready to move!