by ADRC | Oct 31, 2023 | Blog, Caregiver Information, Monthly Theme
What is a Caregiver? Per the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a caregiver is a person who provides direct care. This is a broad definition and really puts everyone into the caregiving category at some point in their lives. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, 53...
by ADRC | Aug 28, 2023 | Blog, Dementia, Monthly Theme
Advocacy is a wonderful way to make our voices heard, help those around us, and show support for a cause we are passionate about. This is especially true in situations when the people or causes we are advocating with may have a condition that, in time, could limit...
by ADRC | Aug 28, 2023 | Advocacy, Blog, Monthly Theme
Question: I want to help people understand their rights and become more empowered to make their voice heard. What are some options that older adults and people with disabilities can use to advocate for themselves? Answer: There are multiple advocacy organizations that...
by ADRC | Jul 31, 2023 | Blog, Dementia, Monthly Theme
Brain changes can happen for a variety of reasons, including dementia or changes due to an accident or injury. These changes can put you at risk for increased falls, and once you have a fall, your risk of falling again doubles. Falls are the most common cause of a...
by ADRC | Jul 31, 2023 | Blog, Monthly Theme
Falling – just that word evokes different reactions from each person. Some of us don’t think about it at all, some of us have experienced some “close calls,” some of us have “gotten lucky” when we fell and avoided injury....
by ADRC | May 30, 2023 | Blog, Dementia, Monthly Theme
Noticing changes in our thinking and memory can bring about a number of questions. Is it dementia? What are ways to manage this disease? What are some of the symptoms? How and what should I be planning for in the future? While there are many unknowns in life, there is...
