Blog, KC Blog / By JCA / September 29, 2022
Preventing Falls at Home: Room by Room Many falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. There are many changes you can make to your home that will help prevent falls and better ensure your safety. If you’re concerned about falling, set …
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KC Blog / By JCA / September 29, 2022
AARP presents information for those either just beginning their caregiving journey or veteran caregivers looking for more tools and resources online. Everything from home safety tips to financial advice are available. Connect with other caregivers from all walks of life to share personal experiences. View the resource page.
Check back periodically for events in Montgomery Count from AARP Senior Planet. There are many activities to choose from. View the listing.
Blog, KC Blog, News / By JCA / September 29, 2022
Montgomery County recently launched a new online tool to help older adults find volunteer ride providers to help them get where they need to go, when they need to get there. The online tool uses GIS mapping to connect an address with organizations, such as nonprofit groups and senior villages, who provide volunteer rides for such things …
KC Blog / By Beri Kravitz / September 16, 2022
Setting Limits in Dementia Caregiving: Avoiding and Preventing Martyr Syndrome Do you decline when others ask how they can help out with your loved one who has dementia? Do you feel like you are the only one who can take care of your loved one the “right way?” This program will help you determine if …
KC Blog / By Beri Kravitz / September 14, 2022
This program is designed to help families and friends deal with caring for a loved one with dementia. Facilitators will provide a new understanding of the multilevel dynamics at play when a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia comes into play. We will discuss real life situations, actions, and reactions of all involved as …
Blog, KC Blog, News / By Beri Kravitz / September 13, 2022
If you reside in Montgomery County and are an unpaid, primary caregiver for a frail senior citizen, living in the same household, you may apply for respite coordination from The Arc Montgomery County. A respite program can provide short-term relief for a few hours, a day, a weekend, or sometimes longer. However, respite care is not a substitute for …
KC Blog / By JCA / September 1, 2022
Join the Positive Aging Community for Virtual Live and Interactive Discussions on Aging in September! Check it out and register! Find programs on grandparenting, dementia, challenging transitions, reverse mortgages and more.
by Amy Norton, HealthDay Reporter Older adults who get a lot of “screen time” may have an increased risk of developing dementia — but a lot depends on what type of screen they use, a new study suggests. Researchers found that among older British adults, those who spent a lot of time watching TV were more likely …
Support groups provide a place for friends and family to share valuable information, caregiving tips and concerns throughout the Alzheimer’s journey. If you are considering attending a support group, note that schedules and times change occasionally. Please contact the facilitator before attending a group to obtain zoom links or other information about the group. These …
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