Improve brain function and wellness
Brain emPower™ supports the hearing impaired community by addressing psychological and behavioral patterns associated with hearing loss, that, without treatment, may lead to dementia. The program includes evidence-based Western neuro-science, best-practices in integrative medical modalities and ancient yogic wisdom.
Brain emPower features fundamentals of dementia prevention, documented by the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation™ (ARPF), that have been proven to delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in lieu of current pharmaceutical therapies that have been shown to be ineffective. Read the article Biogen, Eisai End Two Late-Stage Trials for Alzheimer's Treatment, by Emily Makowski, The Scientist, September 13, 2019 (PDF)
Because the proven ARPF protocols have benefited clinically diagnosed dementia patients, these strategies are now being offered through the Brain emPower program to those who may be at-risk or concerned about their brain health. These modalities, when included in one’s lifestyle, have been shown to help restore and/or prevent cognitive decline while empowering the individual with overall wellness, vitality and stress reduction.
The Brain emPower program content has been cross referenced with scientific documentation from respected leaders in the field of brain health, yogic practices and neuroscience.
Here are some downloadable PDFs for you to learn more about the research:
Course details
Each Brain emPower course is limited to 25 individuals. We meet for 1.5 hours per week for 6 weeks, with discussions and practical applications about topics in the below chart that enhances wellness and vitality. This is an educational and informational program only. No products or services are being sold.
Curriculum includes...
- Hearing loss, brain anatomy, neuroscience
- Supplements for brain longevity
- The power of socialization
- Oral health
- Physical and mental exercises
- Inflammation and toxins
- Understanding cognitive load
- Stress management
- Medical Meditation*
- Breathwork exercises
- The art of relaxation
- The gut-biome connection
- Understanding dementia
- Diet programs for brain health
- Sound vibration
- Importance of laughter
- Sleep hygiene and reflexology
*Medical Meditation, a daily 12-minute meditation, is the foundation of the Brain emPower program. This is an effective meditation for memory improvement. We will learn and practice this simple meditation each week, discuss the benefits, and learn how the meditation has an effect on the brain that effects memory, balance and motor function, language and problem solving. Added benefits include reducing levels of stress while improving cognitive function and peace of mind. A manual of the course curriculum will be provided to each participant in order to review weekly content, enhance our weekly discussions and ensure stimulation and inspire thoughtful contemplations and ideas. It will also serve a useful reference tool after the course is completed.
Register for our next class
Brain emPower is back!
After a long hiatus due to COVID19 restrictions and the inability to meet in person, the Age Well Center, Boulder will be hosting Brain emPower 2.0, a virtual 6-week program beginning February 2021. This program not restricted to Colorado resident’s participation. Must be 60+years old to enroll.
The course includes updated material from the original program and now offered online though Zoom technology with closed-caption capabilities. Prior course attendees are invited to revisit the curriculum and join us for a refresher.
FREE Introduction to Brain emPower Limited to 25 participants
New to Brain emPower? Join our free introduction class for an overview of the program, ask questions and learn if this course is for you!
- Course Code: 24692
- Location: Virtual Program
- Time: 10:30 a.m. - noon MST
- Class not limited to Colorado residents
- Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Register online here: http://apm.activecommunities.com/boulderparksrec/Activity_Search/21436 OR call 719-985-1367 to register by phone
Brain emPower 6-week course. Limited to 25 participants
- Course Code: 24693
- Location: Virtual Program
- Time: 10:30 a.m. - noon MST
- Class not limited to Colorado residents
- Date: Weekly on Tuesdays, February 16 through March 23, 2021 (six-week series)
Fees: Resident - $20 / Non-Resident $25
Register online here: http://apm.activecommunities.com/boulderparksrec/Activity_Search/21437 OR call 719-985-1367 to register by phone
Past Classes
Age Well Center, 909 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, Colorado
Tuesdays February 25th through March 31st 10 am – 11:30 am
Weekly for 6 weeks
HLAA Denver Chapter presentation: The Brain emPower introduction program will be presented at the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Denver Chapter monthly meeting at the Englewood Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway, Englewood, Colorado 80110
Saturday, February 15th — 1 pm to 3 pm. Lunch will be served at 1 pm with the presentation following at 1:30. Q&A and networking will follow.
Contact Ken Keuhlen, President of the HLAA Denver Chapter at kbk1011@hotmail.com for more information. Visit: www.hearinglossdenver.org for information about HLAA.
February Fitness Frenzy Fair at The Carillon at Boulder Creek
Wednesday, February 26 from 3 pm to 4:30 pm. Location: 2525 Taft Dr. Boulder, CO 80302. Telephone 720-565-6844
The February Fitness Frenzy Fair is a fundraising event for the One Eighty Foundation and Mother House. The focus of the fair is to educate active seniors, their family and care givers about the wide variety of fitness options.
Summer 2020 (Revisited in 2021)
The Brain emPower program will be offered at the Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave, Longmont, CO 80501. Details to follow.
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