by Sarita Aguilar | Jan 12, 2021 | Caregiver Resources, Pruett Gerontology Center, Uncategorized
Hello Everyone! We are excited about everything that’s going to happen this year! One event we are looking forward to is the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2021 Community Leaders Summit. This three-day Summit will be held virtually this year — our hope is that...
by Sarita Aguilar | Oct 29, 2020 | Aging Resources, Caregiver Resources
Getting one’s license is a huge milestone in many people’s eyes; having this new sense of independence can be life-changing. You suddenly do not have to rely on others for your transportation. Need to go to the store? Want to go hang out with friends?...
by Sarita Aguilar | Sep 26, 2020 | ACU/PGC History, Aging Resources, Caregiver Resources
September 26th, 2020 marks the 17th anniversary of Mesothelioma Awareness Day. This is a day dedicated to spreading information about the dangers of asbestos exposure and raising awareness for those diagnosed with this disease. Since the demographic most affected by...
by Sarita Aguilar | Aug 27, 2020 | Aging Resources, Caregiver Resources, Uncategorized
COVID-19 has created a world where it can be a lot harder to be in contact with our loved ones or to stay connected with the world around us. It has caused many people to feel a new sense of fear and loneliness they may not have felt before, particularly in the older...
by Sarita Aguilar | Jan 17, 2020 | Aging Resources, Caregiver Resources
As couples reach later into their adult years, certain health risks tend to increase as well, especially for various chronic conditions, such as heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Sadly, it is not uncommon for a spouse to die as a result of one...
by Chandra McFarlen | Dec 6, 2019 | Caregiver Resources
As people age, they can reach a point when they are no longer physically or mentally able to live independently. And, if you are anything like me, the thought of having a conversation with them about leaving their home probably brings a lot of emotions to the table. I...
