Dementia Friendly Illinois Welcomes Three New Communities!
Click here to visit Moultrie County’s page Click here to visit Rockford’s page Click here to visit Washington’s page
How Does Alzheimer’s Disease Progress?
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It’s important to know that people with Alzheimer’s progress at different rates and stages after their diagnosis. Stages of the disease include: Throughout the course of the disease, a person’s symptoms may worsen and then improve, but their abilities will continue to …
Apps for Caregivers
by Watkins Kelly, Communications Specialist, Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center Caring for individuals with dementia is a challenging and emotionally taxing responsibility. In the age of technology, caregivers are increasingly turning to apps that offer invaluable support, guidance, and resources to navigate the complexities of dementia care. These specialized apps address the diverse needs of caregivers, …
New Resources From the Public Health Center of Excellence on Dementia Caregiving!
The Public Health Center of Excellence on Dementia Caregiving has released two new resources; A Guide on Advanced Care Planning Resources: For People Living with Dementia and Their Care Partners which contains a range of tools, materials and information related to advanced care planning, including financial, housing, medical, legal, and palliative/hospice care assistance and Public …
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Ready, Set, Plan! A Step-by-Step Guide to Advance Care Planning
Have you ever wondered what may happen in the event of an emergency or at the end of life regarding your medical treatment? Do you have a plan in place, so your loved ones know your preferences? If you don’t, now is the time to start thinking about your advance care plan. Advance care planning …
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Welcome Dementia Friendly Geneseo!
Please Join us in welcoming the 27th Dementia Friendly Community in Illinois: Visit their page to learn more:
Live Webinar Today: Beating Burnout & Caring for Caregivers
Today at 3:00 p.m. CST, Alliance member Dani Klein Modisett (Laughter on Call) will moderate the webinar, “Beating Burnout & Caring for Caregivers,” to discuss the positive actions in the older adult space to retain talent, care for the people on the front lines, and free up community leaders to pursue innovations in care. See …
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Explore NIA’s Spanish Dementia Resources
Did you know that NIA offers Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia resources in both English and Spanish? Explore some of NIA’s most popular Spanish resources:
National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month: Resources to Share in Your Community
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month! This month, we invite you to join us in raising awareness of the many resources available on Alzheimers.gov to support people living with dementia, their caregivers, and their families. The website provides dementia information and resources from across the government. You can: Visit Alzheimers.gov and share NIA’s videos, infographics, and free print publications on dementia …
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