Facebook Posts – June 16, 2025 **NEW**
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Heat-related health problems; how to trick yourself into taking a walk; itâs never too late to become a strong swimmer; experts explain medical gaslighting.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Make Time for a Safety Checkup **NEW**
Type: Article; 654 words
Description: An overview of safety interventions for older adults.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts â June 9, 2025 **NEW**
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Take an at-home smell test to improve Parkinsonâs research; what to know about your aging ears; how to cut through small talk with âmagical questionsâ; spotting investment scams on social media.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Aging with Pride: Understanding the Unique Challenges Faced by LGBTQ+ Older Adults **NEW**
Type: Article; 634 words
Description: A look at the unique challenges facing older LGBTQ+ people
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Have a Fatherâs Day Health Talk
Type: Article; 519 words
Description: How to talk to your dad about his health without it feeling like a lecture.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – June 2, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: How to fall in love with exercise; learning more about why two jobs have low rates of Alzheimerâs; how âsuper agersâ stay sharp; scammers are posing as FTC agents with badge numbers.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – May 26, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: New book on longevity argues we already have the tools we need; healthy eating habits to improve sleep; ultra processed foods and Parkinsonâs risk; talk about scams during Older Americans Month.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Six Myths and Facts About Strokes
Type: Article; 592 words
Description: Despite how common strokes are, many people still misunderstand the symptoms, causes, and what recovery looks like. In honor of American Stroke Month in May, take some time to separate myth from fact when it comes to stroke.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Managing Caregiving with Siblings
Type: Article; 650 words
Description: While caregiving can bring families closer, it can also stir up stress, old dynamics, and tough decisions. Learn how to manage responsibilities, reduce conflict, and support each other along the way.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – May 19, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: New book âSuper Agersâ argues we already have the tools to age better; high-protein lunch ideas; how memories are formed, literally; quick financial tasks you can finish in under an hour.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – May 12, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Where to find accurate health information; NPR readers share shelter pet stories; how to take yourself less seriously; breakthroughs in longevity.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
What Makes Memory Care Different
Type: Article; 770 words
Description: An overview of the history of dementia care and modern memory care communities.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – May 5, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: A push for international rights for older people; kitchen strategies for people with disabilities; science-backed hacks for longevity; ideas to get older men to socialize.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
A Motherâs Day Conversation That Matters
Type: Article; 504 words
Description: How to start a conversation about your momâs long-term care plans.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – April 28, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: How to retrain your brain for movement; a grandparentâs guide to kid slang; Rick Stevesâ next adventure; happiness tips for 85-year-olds.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Cybersecurity for People With Dementia
Type: Article; 520 words
Description: How to protect people with dementia from online fraud.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts April 21, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Brain doctors offer tips; colleges offer programs for people to âun-retireâ; older adults and alcohol donât mix; cooking is good for your well-being.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
The DASH Diet for Heart Health
Type: Article; 588 words
Description: An overview of the DASH diet
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – April 14, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Are we in the age of aging better?; Sugar-free doesnât mean healthy; a 20-minute workout to stay nimble; caregiving can change your sense of self.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
The Benefits of Respite Care for Family Caregivers
Type: Article; 645 words
Description: An overview of the benefits of respite care for family caregivers.
Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners
Facebook Posts â April 7, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Some reasons to be optimistic about dementia; the benefits of Swedish death cleaning; how to focus your attention; sitting down to eat could help your digestion.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Understanding Parkinsonâs Disease: New Research Brings Hope
Type: Article, 531 words
Description: During Parkinsonâs Awareness Month, new research offers hope for better diagnosis and treatment, including adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) for personalized care and biomarkers that aid early detection. With Parkinsonâs cases projected to reach 25.2 million by 2050, these advancements highlight the urgent need for continued research and awareness.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise with information from The BMJ, University of California San Francisco, and AgĂȘncia FAPESP
Facebook Posts â March 31, 2025
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: What older adults should know about the current measles outbreak; weird signs of aging; the benefits of intergenerational friendships; hobbies to improve cognition.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
How to Choose the Right Person to Handle Your Will
Type: Article; 536 words
Description: tips for selecting an executor
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise