URMC / Employee Assistance Program / News & Events / UR Medicine EAP Blog / October 2021 October 2021 Brain-Challenging Activities May Delay Dementia Did you know that games like chess and checkers can actually slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease? Read UR Medicine EAP’s blog post for tips on brain challenges that may help keep your brain healthy. When You’re a First-Time Manager If you are a first-time manager, there’s no doubt that you’re learning new skills daily. Read on for tips for new managers from this month’s UR Medicine EAP blog.