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Wednesday May 17, 2023

Elderwerks Presents Live and Virtual Option Workshop For Caregivers Helping Loved Ones with Dementia 

Nonprofit offers year-round training program for professionals through Dementia Academy
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Thursday June 02, 2022

Virtual Reality Dementia Training Breakthrough 

We are proud to announce our partnership with CJE SeniorLife to launch a new Virtual Reality Dementia Training.
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Low-Impact Strength Class

Wednesday 05/01/2024 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Live Virtual Fitness Class

Meets virtually every Wednesday 8:10 AM-9:00 AM
Join Coach Jason for a low-impact virtual Strength class. The class focuses on toning total body exercises including Warm-up, Light-Stretch, Strength, and Gentle-Kickboxing. Each workout session includes some modifications. Please bring a towel and water bottle.

Free!

For additional information and/or questions, please contact
Dr. Brantley
312-437-7044
bodypartsfitness@sbcglobal.net

Some days there may not be a class due to a holiday or technical issues. Previously recorded workouts can be found at https://www.facebook.com/UCMUrbanHealthInitiative/videos

Since 1991, The Founders, Dr. Cecilia & Robert Brantley of BodyParts Fitness Initiative, (https://www.alignable.com/chicago-il/bodyparts-senior-fitness-bsf) have aimed to inspire the mature market to become physically active! By regularly engaging in safe and enjoyable exercise programs, older people can slow or even reverse many of the declines typically associated with aging. BSF's mission is to offer services to as many active agers as possible at a minimal fee or no charge!

The Urban Health Initiative (UHI) is the University of Chicago Medicine’s (https://www.facebook.com/UCMUrbanHealthInitiative) community health department, which administers population health and community benefit programs. This is accomplished through collaboration with community programs and partners, innovative strategies, and the utilization of resources. UHI fosters strong, lasting relationships with civic leaders, community organizations, health care providers and residents to strategically improve health and access to quality care on the South Side of Chicago.


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Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thursday 05/02/2024 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Heathers Senior Homes, The
6809 Barnard Mill Road, Ringwood, IL 60072

1st Thursday of each month from 5:00pm-6:00pm

Presented by: Alzheimer's Association, Illinois Chapter

Build a support system with people who understand.
Alzheimer's Association® caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to:
• Develop a support system
• Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions.
• Talk through issues and ways of coping
• Share feelings, needs and concerns
• Learn about community resources

Join us for confidential support and conversation discussing dementia & Alzheimer's disease.

TO REGISTER CALL: Kate Laughlin at 224-600-8431


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