Many older adults worry about their memory and cognitive abilities as they age. While it’s normal to forget things once in a while, frequent memory lapses may be a sign of a more serious problem, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Watch NIA’s new video Is Forgetfulness Normal or Not? to learn more. This video is also available in Spanish.
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Older adults with tooth loss have a higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia, and this risk increases with each missing tooth, recent NIA-supported research shows. Researchers led by a team at New York University analyzed results from several long-term studies on the link between tooth loss and the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia.
If you are living with dementia, participating in activities you enjoy and getting exercise may help you feel better and maintain a healthy weight. Try these tips for a healthy and active lifestyle: Be physically active for at least 30 minutes on most or all days of the week. Aim for a mix of exercise
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Healthy food doesn’t have to be expensive. There are ways to save money on healthy food while staying within your budget. Consider these strategies: Ask your grocery store if they offer senior discounts or loyalty discount cards. Use coupons when possible, but only if they are for something you would buy anyway. Buy store-brand products
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Anyone who is caring for a friend, relative or parent from afar can be considered a long-distance caregiver. Staying informed and making the most out of your time together and apart can help make life more manageable. NIA offers tips to help you: Organize important paperwork. Plan visits. Stay connected, and more! View all six tips for
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Sponsored by E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging, Rush University Medical Center and SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration CEU’s are available. Speakers: Martha R. Crowther, PhD, MPH and Danielle McDuffie, MA Date: Wednesday, February 2, 2022 Time: 10am–12pm PT/11am-1pm MT/12-2pm CT/1-3pm ET African American older adults are more likely to
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Presented by The Utah Geriatric Education Consortium (UGEC) Age-Friendly Long-Term Services & Supports ECHO in Partnership with Comagine Health Following the Project ECHO Model, UGEC Age-Friendly LTSS ECHO webinar sessions utilize case-based learning and mentorship to help community providers gain the expertise required to provide needed care and/or services to older adults. These sessions are
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Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It’s important to distinguish the facts from the myths, especially when it comes to finding information online. A few common myths about Alzheimer’s disease include: Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are the same thing. Dementia refers to impaired memory, thinking, reasoning, and behavior,
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The way people pay for long-term care — whether delivered at home or in an assisted living facility — depends on their financial situation and the services they use. Often, they rely on a variety of payment sources. These include: Personal funds: At first, many older adults pay for care, in part, with their own
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Presented by the Utah Geriatric Education Consortium (UGEC), this session will focus on assessment techniques, skills and tips when working with older adults and their caregivers. Join today at 11:00 AM, CST. Click here for the Zoom meeting link. Last Updated on January 6, 2022
