IPMR Programs
Preventing Falls in the Home
When: Saturday, August 15th, 9:00 a.m.
Where: Spoon River Towers Health Fair, 401 N. Illinois St. Lewistown IL
Falls are one of the leading cause of death for older individuals - and most falls happen at home. Falling is NOT inevitable as we age. Come learn why we fall as we get older and what we can do to prevent it from happening to us.
No need to register for this program. Just come and enjoy the information and health screenings.
Parking is free and handicapped-accessible parking is available.
Presented by Barb Campbell, IPMR Fall Prevention Program
We recently hosted:
Dessert with the Doctor: Normal Aging or Dementia?
Memory loss can be unsettling at best. As we age, our bodies and brains do change - but how do we know when it's just typical forgetting or it's Alzheimer's or another form of dementia? Dr. Lisa Snyder describes the general path of normal aging, the signs and symptoms of medical conditions that may mimic dementia but are treatable, and the hallmarks of Alzheimer Disease and related disorders.
If you are interested in having us repeat this excellent program, please call us at (309) 495-4530.
Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Group Topics
This group meets monthly to share beneficial support material and discuss issues surrounding care for a loved one. The group is co-sponsored by Senior World and the Central Illinois Alzheimer’s Association.
When: 3rd Thursday of each month at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Senior World Peoria, Downtown 719 N. Wm. Kumpf Blvd. Suite 300, Peoria, IL (map and directions)
Who: All family members are welcome to participate. Respite care is available during this support group meeting. If your loved one cannot be left alone, he/she can be pre-registered to come to Senior World at no charge during the meeting.
16 Jul 09: Personal Hygiene Issues
Personal hygiene brings its own challenges when our loved ones are no longer motivated or physically able to handle the daily tasks of personal care. Helpful tips for the caregiver who must manage their own care plus that of others. Speaker: Bonnie Allen, RN, Illinois Central College, College of Nursin
20 Aug 09: Updates from the Central Illinois Alzheimer's Association
Services, new ideas, trends - come hear the latest. Speaker: Alisha Dault
17 Sept 09: Maintaining Proper Nutrition Throughout the Stages of Life
How do you stay nourished when nothing tastes good, when there's no one to eat with, when food prices go through the roof? Eating well as we age can pose many challenges, particularly when health issues or dementia pose special challenges. Speaker: Ashley Simper, Dietician, OSF St. Francis Medical Center
15 Oct 09: The Importance of Good Oral Health
Oral hygiene isn't just about your teeth. Poor nutrition, gum disease and inflammation tied to heart disease are all linked to poor oral health. Speakers: Drs. Roger Moon and Susan Bishop and Hygenist Liz Wise
19 Nov 09: Advanced Directives
Making your wishes for end of life known. Speaker: Kathy Kalbacken, OSF Hospice manager
17 Dec 09: We'll take a break for the Holidays.