This annual event, sponsored by AARP Illinois and community partners provides vital information, resources, support services, and self-care workshops for Latino family caregivers. Register online at: https://events.aarp.org/…/30187f0f-3cdc-4943…/register
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Register today for the younger-onset dementia workshop sponsored by Elderwerks and Lorenzo’s House!
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People with Alzheimer’s disease may take medicines to treat the disease, mood or behavior changes, or other medical conditions. They may need help keeping track of their medicines and taking them at the right time. As a caregiver, you can take steps to ensure medicines are taken safely and correctly. Consider these tips: Learn more
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Living with Lewy body dementia (LBD) can be challenging. Getting support from family, friends, and professionals is critical to ensuring the best possible quality of life. Take time to focus on your strengths, enjoy each day, and make the most of your time with family and friends. People living with LBD may find the following
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As you grow older, you may spend more time at home alone. Being lonely or socially isolated is not good for your overall health. If you find yourself spending a lot of time alone, try participating in activities you find meaningful — those that create a sense of purpose in your daily life. These can
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NORC and the University of Chicago are hosting an upcoming all-day event on Thursday, October 20 in Hyde Park at the Chicago Theological Seminary: The Symposium on Healthy Aging. Registration is free. Drs. William Dale and Patricia Boyle will be keynote speakers, and there will also be three panels that cover cutting edge research on
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Chicago Methodist Senior Services (CMSS) is hosting a virtual learning event, and YOU’RE invited! Learn from elder law and estate planning attorney Lauren Kaplan at this guardianship-focused, virtual event. Click here to register today! Last Updated on October 13, 2022
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Previous studies have explored whether known risk factors for cardiovascular disease in adults 55 years and older — including diabetes, obesity, and high cholesterol — are linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In this study, NIA-funded researchers found that abnormal cholesterol and glucose (or blood sugar) levels in people as young as
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