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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Following a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, it may be difficult to plan ahead and think beyond the day to day. However, having a plan in place can help you prepare for a smoother tomorrow. Planning as early as possible enables you to make decisions and communicate those decisions to the right
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Did you know that African Americans are two times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease compared to non-Hispanic Whites? Get more up-to-date statistics and tips for lowering your dementia risk below. This fact sheet was developed by Dr. Karen Graham, Community Relations Manager at the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center. ###
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It’s never too late to start making healthy food choices! Eating well can help you maintain a healthy weight, get the nutrients you need, and lower your risk of some chronic diseases. View and share this infographic with tips on how to make healthy food choices.
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Palliative and hospice care have similarities, but they also differ in many ways. There are some common myths about these two types of care. By learning the facts, you and your loved ones can prepare and plan for future care and treatment decisions. View and share this infographic to get the facts about palliative and hospice
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Early on, a person with dementia may be able to perform basic tasks, such as paying bills, but they are likely to have problems with more complicated tasks, such as balancing a bank account. As the disease gets worse, they may experience more problems managing their money and may be reluctant to let others know
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A residential facility — such as a nursing home, assisted living facility, or continuing care retirement community — can provide some or all of the long-term care services an older adult needs. Some facilities also offer special programs for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Resources that can help you find long-term
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The most common places older adults spend the end of their lives are at home, in a hospital, or in a care facility. Although not everyone can choose where they will die, those who know the end of life is approaching may be able to plan. It can help to know what type of care
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