Author name: Chrishun Brown

Communications Manager for the Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center

PEARLS Training: October 29 & 30

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You are invited to participate in Program Encouraging Active and Rewarding Lives for Seniors An Evidence-Based Intervention for Depression in Older Adults http://www.pearlsprogram.org/ A 2-day, free training for Aging Service Providers and Mental Health Providers seeking an effective program treating depression in their clients October 29-30, 2018 Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL For more information or to […]

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Dementia Friendly America: July 2018 Newsletter

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New Radio Segment Helps Children Whose Family Members Have Dementia When dementia strikes, all members of a family are affected—including children. Younger children might struggle with the concept of memories and how they can fade away. Others might not know how to interact with their grandparents, who are now forgetful and repeat themselves. When a grandparent

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Participating in Alzheimer’s Research

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You may be hearing a lot of Alzheimer’s research findings in the news. Did you know that you can be part of the fight against Alzheimer’s? All it takes is volunteering for a clinical trial, research study, or registry! Get started today by: Learning more about participating in Alzheimer’s research. Searching for clinical trials that might be

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NADRC Webinar: Addressing Health Disparities in People Living with Dementia

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NADRC Webinar: Addressing Health Disparities in People Living with Dementia July 31, 2018, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET Register for the webinar In this web seminar, Andrea Garr will provide an overview of the United Family Caregivers project in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and lessons learned from the project. She also will discuss best practices when working

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Cafecito

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On Wednesday, July 11, I attended Cafecito – an educational yet social meeting for participants in the Latino CORE, a longitudinal research study focused on health and aging within the Latino community. Study participants in Latino CORE are people who identify as Latinos or Hispanics who are age 65 years or older. They do not

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Without Warning

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On Thursday, June 28, I found my way to a small church in Elmhurst, Illinois. I was unsure about what to expect after I stepped foot into this building; however, I felt hopeful. Once a month on Thursday mornings, a community gathering called Without Warning (WW) takes place at St. Peter’s Church in Elmhurst. WW

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Libraries: A valuable component of the Dementia Friendly Illinois initiative

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As Illinois embarks on its journey to make the State dementia friendly, an important resource to include in the planning process is its public libraries. Public libraries are respected institutions that can be found in nearly every town, village and city in the state. No longer content to be mere warehouses for books, libraries are

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New Resource Available on Person Centered Dementia Care in the Hospital Setting

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Many older adults living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias, or ADRD, experience preventable hospitalization. It is imperative for care team members, including healthcare professionals and family members, to understand the nuances of providing care within this setting. CATCH-ON staff and partners developed a free online course that covers the following important concepts: Module 1:

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New Resource Available on the Treatment of Behavioral Changes in Persons with Dementia

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When faced with a dementia diagnosis, it can be difficult to determine the best course of care. CATCH-ON staff and partners developed free online education that: Takes an in-depth look at the nonpharmacologic interventions available to persons living with ADRD and their caregivers Explores pharmacologic interventions that can also address behavioral symptoms Introduces an action plan

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Types of Dementia

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Dementia is a general term for loss of memory and other mental abilities that is severe enough to interfere with daily life. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, it is not the only kind. Below is a list of other types of diseases that can also affect brain health. Dementia with

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