Read the New Caregiving in the US Report
In 2025, 63 million American adults provided ongoing care to adults or children with a medical condition or disability—representing almost one-quarter of all adults in the United States. The “Caregiving in the US-2025” report from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving presents a comprehensive picture of the growing and…
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How Many Calories Do You Need?
A calorie is a unit of measurement that describes how much energy is released when your body breaks down food. Although calorie count alone does not dictate whether a food is nutritious, thinking about how many calories you need can guide healthy eating habits. If you are over age 60…
Keep reading…Healthy Beverage Shifts: Substituting the Bad for the Good
It’s easy to forget about calories you consume from beverages. If you drink sodas, creamy and sweet coffee drinks, or alcohol, swapping them out for healthier options can make a huge difference. There are plenty of beverage options that are low in added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium. Here are…
Keep reading…Healthy Food Shifts: Substituting the Bad for the Good
Eating the right amount is important, but so is making sure you’re getting all the nutrients you need. Older adults often need fewer calories, but more nutrients, which makes it essential to eat nutrient-dense foods. To eat nutrient-dense foods across all the food groups, you may need to make some…
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Join UIC Share Network’s Dementia Champion Training Course
Dementia Resource Champions (DRC) Series, February Wednesdays | 12–1 PM Join the SHARE Network for the Dementia Resource Champions (DRC) Program, a free, 4-week online educational series designed to help community members build dementia awareness, education, and support in their communities. Through weekly Zoom sessions, participants will learn about dementia and…
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