Frontier in Cognitive Health
"For your pioneering leadership in cognitive aging and brain health, translating neuroscience into actionable strategies that protect decision-making and well-being in later life."
The Book
that Started it All!
Over the past century, we have added nearly thirty years to human life expectancy. However, the brain was never designed for this duration. We extended lifespan but we didn’t extend brainspan at the same pace.
If you are over the age of 40, 'The Boomer Brain' was written for you! Brain aging takes a toll on our brain function, and it happens without our knowledge. You can’t see your brain age but you sure can feel the losses. Thankfully, we all have the power to change our brains!
Understanding how your lifestyle history impacts your Alzheimer’s risks is an important part of planning for your ageless brain. Remember, your brain doesn’t know how old you are! It is never too late to change your brain! For yourself or as a wonderful gift, The Boomer Brain is available now at:
"Pat has written a comprehensive guide to understanding and navigation the intricacies of cognitive aging. The Boomer Brain is a beacon of hope for those seekling to enrich their later years."
Dr. Sarah McKay
Founder of the Neuroscience Academy
NEW! INSIDE! BLOGS!
• The Cognitive Longevity Gap!
• Understanding Alzheimer's Risk as the Boomer
Generation Ages!
What's
Happening!
June/July 2026
Hi all! It has been a few weeks since I last wrote. Since January 2020, I have been battling the many effects of COVID. Long COVID is now a permanent diagnosis on my medical chart. It has truly challenged me, and I will continue managing lifelong issues with my lungs, heart, and brain fog. Still, I am moving forward with determination and gratitude for every bit of progress.
Throughout April and May, I went through treatment for my heart and brain fog—Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP). In essence, this treatment exercised my heart. The outcome was even better than I expected. After about two weeks, my brain fog cleared—I got my brain back! I had an OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) presentation scheduled at the University of Cincinnati, with 200 people registered to attend. I love these presentations, but I was anxious about speaking because my brain had been so fogged. That day, however, I nailed it! It was an incredible reminder of what is possible. Thirty minutes of cardio exercise every day, seven days a week, is now part of my routine, but that feels like a small price to pay for a clearer mind and renewed energy. It is a lot of work, but I come away with a powerful lesson: the brain can recover through neuroplasticity. I changed my brain, and that continues to give me hope.
Why did I choose to write about this now? June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. The Boomer generation will cross the age-65 threshold by 2030, and the leading-edge Boomers started turning 80 this year. Age is a non-modifiable risk factor for Alzheimer’s, and the older we get, the greater the risk. That is exactly why this message matters so much. My blogs this month are about the ‘Cognitive Longevity Gap’ and ‘Understanding Alzheimer’s Risk as the Baby Boomer Generation Ages’. My first blog for My Boomer Brain focused on the onset of Alzheimer’s disease for aging Boomers and how unprepared we all were to face that challenge. Today, we are living in that reality, but we are not powerless. I will continue teaching you how to slow cognitive decline as we age, and I will also be sharing information about a 12-week coaching program designed specifically for aging Boomers. Please contact me (patricia@myboomerbrain.com) with any questions about the content or concerns about your own brain health.
It’s time to launch my Walk to End Alzheimer’s fundraising campaign. This will be the ninth year that Team My Boomer Brain has participated in the Walk and helped raise meaningful support for research. I would love for you to join Team My Boomer Brain and walk with us at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on October 3, 2026, in Greater Cincinnati. Go to https://act.alz.org/walk and select Team: My Boomer Brain or Participant: Patricia Faust. You will be directed to the team site, where you can join our team and/or donate. Every step and every gift help move us closer to hope.
Thank you, as always, for your encouragement, support, and belief in this journey.
June Celebrations
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Great Outdoors Month
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FIFA / World Cup in USA
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Father’s Day June 21
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Summer Solstice June 21
July Celebrations
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4th of July / 250th Anniversary
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Disability Pride Month / signing of Americans with Disability Act
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National Park and Recreation Month
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National Ice Cream & Hot Dog Month
