Upcoming Memory Cafés in the Chicago Area
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April 2024
Research Highlight: Aging in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods May Worsen Age-Related Cognitive Problems
Alzheimers.gov Highlights Aging in a more disadvantaged neighborhood may worsen a person’s performance on cognitive tests, particularly if that individual is Mexican American, according to a recent NIA-funded study. A team of scientists analyzed data from 1,614 older adult participants in the Health and Aging Brain Study — Health Disparities. More than half of study
Thinking About Your Risk for Alzheimer’s disease? Five Questions to Consider:
As you age, you may be concerned about the risk of dementia. To help you understand your risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease, ask yourself the following five questions: Scientists are still learning about what causes Alzheimer’s and what puts some people at higher risk than others. Learn more about understanding risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s.
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Jump-Start Your Fitness: How Older Adults Can Get Started with Exercise
Physical activity and exercise are good for your physical and mental health and can help keep you independent as you age. Building slowly from your current fitness level can help prevent injuries and ensure your new routine sticks. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when starting an exercise routine: Find more tips
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Resources for Older Adults Living at Home: Emergency Alert Options
If an older adult in your life lives alone, you may be concerned about what could happen if they become sick, fall, or get lost. Emergency medical alert systems, fall monitors, or GPS tracking devices that alert emergency personnel may help put your mind at ease. It’s important to ensure that emergency medical alert devices or systems
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Aging in Place: Is it for me? Part 2
NOTE: This article is a continuation of Aging in Place: Is it for me? Part 1. Now that it has been decided that aging in place is best for you and you have gone through the necessary planning and preparation stages, you may be wondering what resources and services are available to help you maintain
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