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Marama is named after a Māori word that means "moon" or "light." This name reflects the center's mission to bring illumination and hope to those experiencing memory loss and dementia. Just as the moon provides light in the darkness, Marama aims to be a guiding light for individuals and families navigating the challenges of cognitive decline, offering support, care, and a path towards recovery and renewed joy.
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Marama stands out from typical memory care communities through its holistic approach and focus on potentially reversing cognitive decline. Unlike conventional care, Marama offers personalized treatment plans based on Dr. Dale Bredesen’s methods, integrates cutting-edge research, and emphasizes empowering residents to recover memories and rediscover joy. The facility features a modern, state-of-the-art environment with a dedicated, compassionate team, all aimed at providing tailored, innovative care.
Marama offers a range of amenities, including a dining area, common spaces, a solarium, a dedicated Keto chef, and private rooms. All meals and nutritional plans follow the Bredesen protocol.
Our goal is to support your return to independent living through an environment equipped with the space, food, staff, and amenities essential for cognitive health. We employ top strategies to enhance brain function and provide personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs.
In addition to residential care, we offer individualized health coaching and online education for caregivers and those affected. Residents also enjoy access to the host facility’s amenities, such as a library, gym, physical therapy, beauty and barber shop, post office, theater, chapel, walking track, spa, wellness center, and available garage spaces and storage.
Meet Our Expert Staff
Heather Sandison, ND, is a Naturopathic whole-brain, whole-body medical clinician, and the founder of Marama Kansas.
Dr. Sandison has dedicated her career to providing compassionate care and innovative solutions to those affected by dementia. Renowned for her pioneering work, Dr. Sandison has integrated groundbreaking, multi-modal interventions seamlessly creating clinical, residential, research and educational platforms. Her relentless dedication has not only transformed the lives of patients, residents and caregivers, at Marama, she is setting a new standard in the field of dementia care.
Dr. Sandison is the New York Times best selling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health.
Dr. Daniel LaPerriere (you can call him Dr. Dan) from Colorado Concierge Functional Medicine (COCFM) is one of the ReCODE/Bredesen Protocol providers you can choose to work with during your stay at Clear Mind Center and beyond.
Dr. Dan specializes in the Bredesen Protocol. It is his goal to guide and support you so that you are as successful as possible in preventing, stopping, and even reversing cognitive decline. As a COCFM client, Dr. Dan will work closely with you and help you to prioritize, implement, and update your plan of care. He will interact closely with the staff at Clear Mind Center to ensure you have the best experience possible. Dr. Dan truly loves the work he does!
Michelle Eads, MD, ABIHM, specializes in helping you prevent and reverse Alzheimer's. As a functional medicine physician, original Bredesen ReCODE certified doctor and ReCODE 2.0 Certified Practitioner with six years experience successfully guiding others to achieve improved mental capacity, she can help you address your threats to cognitive decline.
Ana Boyd, Marama Director, is a proud mother of six children, ranging from 6 months to 15 years old. When she’s not attending her kids' sports events or baking at home, she enjoys traveling, especially to tropical places. Sundays are reserved for Jesus and football, with the Kansas City Chiefs as her team—though she keeps it a secret from her Cowboys fan husband.
A Navy veteran and former Crane Operator, Ana transitioned from a CNA to a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) nearly two years ago. Her passion for helping others, particularly through Marama’s holistic approach to healing, is deeply personal, especially following her father-in-law’s dementia diagnosis. Ana is honored to be part of her patients' care teams and looks forward to making a difference in their lives.
Alex Ramos, Activities Coordinator & Personal Trainer, is committed to enriching the lives of seniors at Marama. With over 15 years of experience in the field and a degree from Kansas State University, Alex brings a lot of knowledge and expertise to his role. He excels at designing and implementing engaging activities that promote physical and mental well-being, as well as building and nurturing strong community relationships.
We are the only one in the nation to offer these unique therapies
Stationary Bicycle & Live 02
Sauna Blanket
BAL-A-VIS-X
Vielight Therapy
Redlight Therapy
The Four Pillars to Reverse Alzheimer's
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-Creating a toxin-free environment:
-Rigorous testing for mold.
-Implementation of high-quality air filters.
-Use of non-toxic cleaning products.
-Furnishing space with organic materials.
-Providing residents with non-toxic essentials.
-Maintaining clutter-free, serene atmosphere.
-Aiming to provide optimal memory care:
-Preserving cognitive function
-Support residents in reversing dementia.
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-Organic Keto-Flex and Gluten-Free Diet: Vital for Alzheimer’s reversal.
-Doctor-prescribed meals that follow Dr. Bredesen’s advice.
-Supports weight balance, muscle gain, and strength.
-Mindful of dietary preferences and concerns:
-Includes considerations for animal protein intake and ApoE4-4 status.
-Focus on brain health for optimal cognitive function.
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-Enhance cognitive function and well-being.
-Activities include:
-Morning walks and meditation for cognitive stimulation and stress reduction.
-Daily chronicles for memory recall and reflection.
-Art, crafts, and gardening for creativity and social connection.
-Regular yoga, meditation, and live music for relaxation and community spirit.
-Committed to reversing dementia and Alzheimer’s for improved quality of life.
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-Exceptional caregiving is part of our protocol.
-Caregivers available 24/7
-Fostering an environment of improvement rather than decline.
-Nutrient-rich meals combat dementia and Alzheimer’s
-Medication and supplement management to address memory loss.
-Tailored approach ensures resident safety and well-being.
-Supportive environment for thriving residents and reassured families.
-High caregiver-to-resident ratio: 1 caregiver for every 3 residents
-Family updates: Setting us apart with regular communication on your loved one’s well-being.
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Testimonials
“If asked what I would do differently since my husband Kevin, age 65, was diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and early-onset Alzheimer’s in November 2020, my answer would be simple: I wish I had found a place like Marama sooner. Marama is a unique memory care center that prioritizes non-toxic living, homemade keto meals, organized supplements, and comprehensive physical and mental therapies. Managing all of this for Kevin myself while working full-time quickly became overwhelming. Now, Marama handles everything seamlessly under one roof, and the compassionate staff have truly made a difference. Every memory care center should aspire to function like Marama—it is truly one of a kind and an extraordinary place.”
-Laura Carmack “The Bredesen protocol works. I saw that for myself when I implemented it at home using Dr. Bredensen's book "The End of Alzheimer's Program - The First Protocol to Enhance Cognition and Reverse Decline at Any Age." In addition to the book, I enrolled Bill in Apollo Health and they recommended functional medicine Doctor Linda Goggin. It took a few months but eventually Bill's cognition returned. Unfortunately, he experienced kidney stones and Covid. He almost died from Covid and never really recovered from it. After two years of a physically weakened Bill and a setback in his cognition, Bill was accepted to Marama. After about three months of the program, his cognition greatly improved. One of his nurses, Peyton, thought he would be going home soon. Anyway physical problems set him back again when he first went to the hospital with bleeding ulcers and then broke his hip. Now he has good days and bad days. I'm sure his physical health being restored will greatly impact his cognitive health once again. I hope I made myself clear and that both Bill's daughter and myself can attest to the fact that the program works.”
-Mary Garrett
