November 2025 | The Connection Between Oral Health and Alzheimer’s Disease

November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month—a time to recognize the millions of Americans living with Alzheimer’s and the families, caregivers, and professionals who support them every day. 

Oral health plays a key role in Alzheimer’s care:
• Prevent infection and discomfort. Poor oral health can contribute to pain, difficulty eating, and systemic infections—issues that can worsen quality of life for those with cognitive decline.
• Support caregivers. Education on proper oral care routines helps caregivers provide safe and effective care.
• Routine care matters. Regular cleaning, checkups, and gentle at-home care can reduce complications and maintain comfort.
• Promote overall brain and body health. Healthy teeth and gums contribute to proper nutrition, which supports cognitive function.

At SOS, we’re proud to provide consistent, compassionate oral care to residents with memory challenges—helping protect comfort, dignity, and health, one smile at a time.

This month, we’re excited to share that SOS has been named one of Venture Asheville’s Top 15 Companies. These awards celebrate the founders and teams helping strengthen our region’s economy and improving lives across Western North Carolina—and we’re honored to be included. Along side the win, co-owner of SOS, Ann-Marie Miller, is also nominated for The Shining Rock Award!

The official rankings will be announced live at The Orange Peel on December 4th, during Venture Asheville’s annual Venture 15 Awards Show. It’s a night that highlights some of the most impactful and fast-growing companies in our community, and we’re grateful to represent the senior-care space among them.

Spotlight on Deanna

Deanna joined S.O.S. about six months ago, drawn by a desire to make a real difference in residents’ lives. She loves connecting with each person she cares for, learning about their families, and sharing in their stories—like her special patients who recently celebrated their 100th birthdays! Knowing she’s helping someone feel better keeps her motivated every day. Thank you for all that you do, Deanna! We are so grateful to have you a part of the S.O.S. team!