Yesterday, RUSH ADRC Data Management and Statistical Core Leader Ana Capuano, PhD, was elected to join the ADRC Data Core Steering Committee. She will serve a three-year term; two of them as the Committee Chair. Congratulations Ana Capuano! The RADC is so proud! #RUSHProud

Did you know that you can meet two of the most pressing needs for people living with dementia – eating nutritious meals and engaging them in activities – in the kitchen? #HealthyEating #HealthyAging #WorldAlzheimersMonth

Dear BIGG community, please check out the upcoming 9/23 CE talk by Crystal M. Glover, Ph.D. and share it with your networks. BIGG members get a discounted price. There are limited spaces, so hurry! Visit this link for detailed information: events.zoom.us/ev/AtSC6ZxVQex…

Because of the sensory stimulation it offers, researchers suggest that activities such as working in the kitchen are beneficial for people with dementia. This guacamole recipe can be a perfect shared activity for caregivers and their loved ones. #GuacamoleDay

An important part of healthy aging is prioritizing your social health. There are things you can do to help protect yourself or a loved one from the negative effects of loneliness and social isolation. #SocialIsolation #Loneliness #HealthyAging #WorldAlzheimersMonth

#HispanicHeritageMonth is September 15th to October 15th! The 2024 theme is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together” and celebrates the spirit of innovation, resilience, and unity that define the Hispanic experience. Read more at alz.org/help-support/r…

Today is HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day. Most people don't know that for people who are HIV-positive, the infection actually makes its way to the brain early in the disease process, which can lead to HIV-associated dementia. #HIV #AIDS #AIDSAwareness #HIVAwareness

There is no single test that can determine if a person is living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. So what exactly do physicians consider when making an Alzheimer’s diagnosis? Read more at alz.org/alzheimers-dem… #WorldAlzheimersMonth #Alzheimers #AlzheimersDisease

A majority of caregivers report that coordination of care is stressful. Reducing these stress levels can not only make you feel better right now, but may also protect your health long-term. Here’s how experts suggest reducing stress: #StressAwarenessMonth #StressFree

Volunteering is a rewarding way for seniors to stay physically and mentally active, engage with people in their community, and contribute to causes they are passionate about. #Volunteer #WorldAlzheimersMonth

You're invited to the 11th annual Elmhurst Senior Provider Collaboration Conference! The event will be held at the Mary E. Kies Recreation Center on Wednesday, Oct. 2nd from 9 a.m. to noon. RADC Social Worker Susan Frick will be the keynote speaker!

Art projects can create a sense of accomplishment and purpose. They can provide the person with dementia — as well as caregivers — an opportunity for self-expression. #ArtTherapy #CaregiverTips #WorldAlzheimersMonth #DementiaCare

A fabulous day for the WalktoEndAlz! Rush University System for Health #ENDALZ

We’re in it to win it!! Rush University System for Health RUSH Alzheimer's Disease Center Rush Generations WalktoEndAlz #ENDALZ

Fun, games, flowers and POWER in numbers!! WalktoEndAlz #showyourpurple Rush University System for Health green. #EndAlz

RUSH Alzheimer's Disease Center Rush University System for Health representing! Fighting for the first survivor of #Alzheimers. WalktoEndAlz #ENDALZ

Today, September 21st, is World Alzheimer’s Day — a global movement to raise awareness and help in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. The theme for 2024 is “Time to act on dementia, Time to act on Alzheimer’s.” #WorldAlzheimersDay #WorldAlzheimersDay2024 #ENDALZ

So cool to have our faculty out supporting the WalktoEndAlz. Dr. Raj Shah, Dr. Ajay Sood, Lisa L. Barnes, PhD (Barnes Young) Puja Agarwal #ENDALZ