National Institute on Aging sent this bulletin at 11/14/2017 03:25 PM EST Taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Care for your physical health by eating healthy food, exercising as often as you can, and asking for help when you […]
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The Dementia Friendly America Illinois Workshop will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017, in Springfield, Illinois. This workshop is part of the process to have the State of Illinois added to the Dementia Friendly America network. This statewide event that convenes experts and leaders from diverse community sectors throughout Illinois who support the development
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Making care decisions for a person with dementia near the end of life can be hard for caregivers. Because people with advanced dementia can no longer communicate clearly, they cannot share their wishes and concerns. You may have to make treatment decisions based on the person’s comfort at one end of the spectrum and extending
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Many people find themselves caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia from far away. This task can feel especially frustrating as Alzheimer’s progresses and makes it harder to communicate. Here are some ways to find support and manage your stress: Join a caregiver support group in your community or online. Check out the Eldercare
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The Illinois Department on Aging and the Illinois Council of Care Coordination Units has developed a dementia capable training webinar for the aging network. The training is targeted to care coordinators, adult protective service workers, in-home service workers, aging and disability resource center staff, managed care organization staff and supportive living facility staff. The information presented
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