Upcoming: Chinese American Service League Memory Café
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2024
Quick test could help reduce dementia care disparities, higher cognitive ability in early life linked to lower risk of dementia, and more
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Third Installment of the RUSH Brain Health Summer Series, Aug. 12
Please join us on Monday, August 12, for the third installment of our Conversations on Brain Health Summer Series: Nutrition and the MIND Diet, Live Demonstration Cooking Series . Lifestyle modifications such as exercise and diet can have a profound effect on the course of your condition, as well as how you feel on
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How to Support Healthy Aging in Older Family Members
You may worry about an older family member as they age. Aging increases the risk of many chronic diseases, but adopting and maintaining a few key behaviors can help older adults live longer and healthier lives. It’s never too late to start! Use these tips to promote healthy habits: Find more healthy aging tips to
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Understanding Depression in Older Adults
Depression is common among older adults, but it isn’t a normal part of aging. It can affect how you feel, think, and act. While dealing with depression can be difficult, you don’t need to tackle it alone. That’s why it’s important to seek support from family, friends, and health care professionals early on. View this
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Six Tips for Managing Behavior Changes in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually, the ability to carry out daily tasks. These changes can affect someone’s behavior. It’s important to remember that the disease is responsible for these changes, not the person. Watch this video to learn six tips to help manage behavior changes in people with Alzheimer’s.
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How to Plan After a Dementia Diagnosis
After being diagnosed with dementia, you may find it challenging to think beyond the day to day. However, there are ways you can plan ahead and prepare for a smoother tomorrow. Some examples include: Find more tips for planning after a dementia diagnosis.
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Caregiver study finds moments of lucidity are common in those with dementia, multi-ancestry study finds genetic risk factors for Parkinson’s, and more
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Check Out The Brain Trust Podcast Caregiver Series
Listen as the Illinois Academy of Family Physician’s Brain Trust Podcast engages caregivers in candid conversations about their experience with diagnosis management and caring for their loved ones. All episodes are free and accessible to the public and are funded by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Episode 19: The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series:
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How Exercise Supports Your Physical and Mental Health
Research shows that the benefits of exercise go beyond just physical well-being. Exercise can help increase your energy, improve sleep, and reduce feelings of stress. Watch this video to learn how physical activity can help support your emotional and mental health.
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