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Download Your Copy Today: RADC’s Activity Book for Individuals Experiencing Memory Loss

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As a caregiver, it can be a challenge to continually create different activities that are engaging and purposeful for a loved one who is experiencing memory loss. Activity Book for Individuals Experiencing Memory Loss, created by social worker, Charon Cannon, MSW, LSW, provides simple activities for all stages of memory loss, that encourages engagement and creativity. […]

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Learn More About Without Warning Support Group For Those Living with Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s

Activities to do with a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease

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It’s important to spend quality time with a family member or friend who has Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. This can help improve their quality of life and manage behavior changes that may come with the disease. It can also help grow and strengthen their connection to you. Shared activities are a great way

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Now Available: Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center’s 2022 General Resource Guide for Seniors

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Created by social worker, Cháron Cannon, MSW, LSW, the RADC General Resource Guide is a valuable tool that aids in accessing common resources in the Chicagoland area for Illinois seniors and their families. This annually updated guide lists a full range of partnering organizations and offers information on where to go for assistance. Download your

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Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center Sponsors Caregiver Workshop: “Resiliency and Coping Strategies for Dementia Caregivers”

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Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be all-consuming, especially as tasks and responsibilities continue to change and become more involved as the disease progresses. It is crucial that caregivers find the right balance between caring for their loved one and caring for themselves. Join Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center’s Community Engagement Coordinator, Michael Pessman and

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Register Today for the Dementia Leadership Series

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Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center and Leading Age Illinois are thrilled to sponsor the Dementia Leadership Series. This virtual event, to be held on Thursday, March 3, is designed to teach specialized skills and competencies to those involved in dementia care. CE credits are available for professionals. Registration deadline is February 28. Register today! https://leadingageil.org/Education/UpcomingEvents.aspx

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Get Tips On Long-distance Caregiving

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Anyone who is caring for a friend, relative or parent from afar can be considered a long-distance caregiver. Staying informed and making the most out of your time together and apart can help make life more manageable. NIA offers tips to help you: Organize important paperwork. Plan visits. Stay connected, and more! View all six tips for

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How Will You Pay for Long-term Care?

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The way people pay for long-term care — whether delivered at home or in an assisted living facility — depends on their financial situation and the services they use. Often, they rely on a variety of payment sources. These include: Personal funds: At first, many older adults pay for care, in part, with their own

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Best of 2021: NIA’s Caregiving Tips and Resources

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As 2021 comes to a close, NIA invites you to explore some of the most popular caregiving topics from the past year: Getting help with Alzheimer’s Caregiving As your loved one moves through the stages of Alzheimer’s, he or she will need more care—and you will need more help. Explore resources you can use for support

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