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This tip sheet from the AGS's Health in Aging Foundation answers questions older adults may have regarding retail clinics such as what can retail clinics do and how good is the care at these retail clinics. It also discusses "do's" and "do not's" for when to use a retail clinic.

Source: Health in Aging Foundation, 2019.
https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-what-older-adults-need-know-about-retail-clinics

This tip sheet from the AGS's Health in Aging Foundation provides tips for older adults to help them get walking. It also discusses three tips for safe walking in older adults.

Source: Health in Aging Foundation, 2023.
https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-walking-older-adults

This tip sheet from the AGS's Health in Aging Foundation discusses specific situations that may indicate possible driving problems in older adults as they age. If an older adult experiences any of the driving problems discussed, then they are to follow and consider the steps as provided by the tip sheet.

Source: Health in Aging Foundation, 2019.
https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-discussing-when-its-time-stop-driving

This tip sheet from the AGS's Health in Aging Foundation provides a checklist for long-distance caregivers to review to help them through the process.

Source: Health in Aging Foundation, 2019.
https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-long-distance-caregiving

This web page from the Alzheimer's Association aims to help family and friends of someone with memory changes to feel more confident in assessing the situation and taking action. The web page includes downloadable/printable note-taking guides for those who have noticed changes in themselves and those who have noticed changes in others. The guides provide example conversation prompts and resources for taking action. Both guides are available in English and Spanish. Links to relevant resources are included.

This web page from the Alzheimer's Association describes ten early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and compares them to typical age-related memory changes. Advice and resources are provided if an individual notices these signs. Information on current treatments and clinical trials is also included. Checklists can be downloaded on the doctor's appointment, 10 warning signs worksheet, and 10 steps to approach memory concerns. The page can be translated into Spanish.

This tip sheet from the Alzheimer's Association offers 10 ways to adopt lifestyle habits that may reduce the risk for cognitive decline.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/

This tip sheet from the Alzheimer's Association describes how physical activity is associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline, and and it lists examples of ways to stay active and how to prevent falls while being active. Tips for maintaining heart health are also included.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/

This tip sheet from the Alzheimer's Association describes the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet and Mediterranean diet that may have benefits for cognitive health.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/

This tip sheet from the Alzheimer's Association describes how staying mentally and socially active can improve brain health. Suggestions for mental and social activities are included.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/