Celebrating Older American's Month: Powered by Connection
Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by a federal agency, the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM...
Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. BAW was founded by the Dana Alliance for...
Free program helps seniors navigate change while they age
PRAIRIE DU ROCHER, Ill. – Learn to navigate change as you age through a free program on Feb. 22 at Prairie du Rocher Community Library hosted by University of Illinois Extension.
Change can be hard. Everyone is aging, and many changes happen along the way – physically, mentally, and...
Brain health is a no brainer with three-part series for seniors
PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. –Aging, memory, and lifestyle factors all contribute to the health of our brains. Join Illinois Extension for a free three-part brain health series during the month of October.
Throughout the series, participants will learn about the aging brain and what you can do to...
Learn essential tips for a better aging life experience
URBANA, Ill. — As people age, they face many changes and challenges, from losing loved ones to declining health and independence. That's why it's essential to give them the meaning they need to live this stage of life with dignity. University of Illinois...
Illinois organizations partner with Extension to combat malnutrition in seniors
URBANA, Ill. – The aging American population faces a difficult-to-identify and often overlooked challenge — malnutrition. However, University of Illinois Extension is working with other organizations to combat this growing threat to the health of older residents in Illinois.
Around half...
