News & Highlights
Newsletters
Dementia Caregiver Support Newsletter
Previous issues can be accessed on the Dementia Caregiver Support Group newsletter page.
Dementia Friendly Iowa Newsletter
Previous issues can be accessed on the Dementia Friendly Iowa newsletter page.
MNRS GERO RIIG Newsletter
The latest news and updates from the Midwest Nursing Research Society (MNRS) Gerontological Research Implementation Interest Group (RIIG)
Highlights
UI Geriatric Training Program Aims to Bolster Workforce
A new federal award to the University of Iowa will continue a Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) to educate and train health care and supportive care workforces to care for older adults in collaboration with community partners across Iowa and several other states.
FREE Empowered Caregiver Series
The Alzheimer's Association Iowa Chapter is offering a free, weekly education series during the holiday season to help empower family caregivers by providing helpful information, tips and advice on caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Connection Between Diabetes and Arthritis
More than 58 million adults in the United States have arthritis. Many people with arthritis also experience co-morbidities such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. These co-existing conditions can significantly impact an individual's overall well-being and quality of life. Click here to learn more about this connection and how to address arthritis symptoms through effective prevention and management strategies.
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
During Native American Heritage Month we’re celebrating American Indian and Alaska Natives and their important work to raise Alzheimer’s awareness & better health within their communities, moving us closer to a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
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