January 2020

NADRC Webinar: Offering Community-Based Approaches to Support People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers

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National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC) Webinar: Occupational Therapy and Social Work: Offering Community-Based Approaches to Support People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers Wednesday, February 12, 2020, 3:00-4:00 PM ET Register for this event This webinar will discuss the beneficial role of occupational therapy (OT) and social work for people living with dementia and […]

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Watch this Video for Tips to Help You Exercise Safely in Cold Weather

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You can benefit from exercising at any time of the year, even during the winter. Before you brave the cold, take a few extra steps to stay safe: Check the weather forecast. If it’s very windy or too cold, exercise indoors. Warm up before you exercise outside. Try walking or light arm pumping. Wear several

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Illinois Department on Aging Offers Dementia Care Specialist Training

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Dementia Care Specialist Training Trainer Contact Information Phyllis Roate Illinois Department on Aging One Natural Resources Way Springfield, IL  62703 phyllis.roate@illinois.gov or (217) 785-5291       Act now! Deadline to enroll: Monday, February 3. Training Description The goal of this training is to provide non-clinical aging network staff with the knowledge and resources to more effectively assist

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NADRC Webinar: Choosing Dementia Caregivng Programs for Your Organization and Community

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Part of the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center webinar series, sponsored by the Administration for Community Living Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Start time 11:00 AM Pacific End time 12:00 PM Pacific The National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center webinar series is open to the public and all are welcome to attend.ASA membership is not

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Announcing: “Best Practice Caregiving” – A New Resource for Organizations that Support Family Caregivers

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First of its kind: For the first time, healthcare and community service organizations, providers and funders have an easy-to-use, comprehensive resource to learn about and compare many of the top dementia caregiving programs. Best Practice Caregiving provides detailed information about the: focus of each program (e.g., reducing stress, understanding dementia, planning care, skill-building, health and

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Go4Life Coach Tip: Stay Physically Active to Prevent Falls and Improve your Balance

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Stay physically active to prevent falls and improve your balance. Did you know that more than 2 million older Americans go to the emergency room because of fall-related injuries each year? A simple fall can cause serious fracture of the arm, hand, ankle, or hip. The good news is that you can help prevent falls

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