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November 2024
Happy Thanksgiving!
We are thankful for your trust and support of the ICRN. May your Thanksgiving be filled with love and precious moments.
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What are Common Misconceptions About Aging?
Many people make assumptions about what it’s like to grow “old” and how aging will affect them. Understanding the positive aspects of aging, and the challenges, is important as you age. Some common misconceptions include: Learn more common misconceptions about aging.
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Helping Kids Understand Alzheimer’s Disease
When a family member has Alzheimer’s disease it affects everyone in the family, including children and grandchildren. It is important to talk to them about what is happening. How much and what kind of information to share depends on the child’s age and relationship to the person with Alzheimer’s. Here are some tips to help
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Spotting the Signs of Elder Abuse
Each year, thousands of adults over the age of 60 are abused, neglected, or financially exploited. As you go home to celebrate the holidays with family, pay attention to your elder relatives. Notice their appearance, their home, their mannerism. Talk to them. Ask how they are doing. If you notice signs of elder abuse, contact
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Signs Your Aging Parent May Need Support
Sometimes it is difficult to tell from a phone call whether an aging parent is having trouble managing day-to-day tasks and activities. Traveling home for the holidays is an excellent opportunity to observe without appearing nosey or intrusive. Read more tips from the National Institute on Aging here. ###
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What are Palliative Care and Hospice Care?
For caregivers, there may come a time when you need to have difficult conversations about end-of-life care for a loved one. Though these decisions are emotional and complex, it helps to first become familiar with available options. Whether older adults are outlining their end-of-life preferences in advance or a caregiver or family member is making
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2025-2026 RUSH Alzheimer’s Disease Center Resource Guide
Are you looking for solutions to common aging-related questions? Check out the General Resource Guide developed by Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center Social Worker Charon Cannon, MSW, LSW. Find assistance for caregivers and seniors including: Access the full resource guide here. ###
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Five Tips for Everyday Care for People with Dementia
As dementia symptoms worsen over time, even simple, everyday activities can become difficult. But there are ways to manage these changes and make daily tasks easier. Here are a few tips to consider early on and as the disease progresses: Find more tips for everyday tasks for a person with dementia.
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Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home
Many people want to stay in their homes, maintain their independence, and turn to family and friends for help when needed as they age. If staying in your home is important to you, you can find ways to help you age in place. Use these tips to get around, be safe, and stay connected: Find
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