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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/

This web page from the Alzheimer's Association discusses the emotions felt after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease and how to take care of an individual's emotional needs. Questions to ask the doctor after the diagnosis are included. Support group referrals and other relevant resources are linked.

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

This infographic describes the types of foods that fit into a healthy, well-balanced diet for older adults. MyPlate for Older Adults corresponds with the federal goverment's 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Source: HNRCA at Tufts and AARP Foundation, 2015.
https://hnrca.tufts.edu/myplate

This web page provides shopping and food preparation tips that address the special needs of aging bodies. Recipes and instructions for a few practical meals are included.

Source: HNRCA at Tufts and AARP Foundation.
https://hnrca.tufts.edu/myplate

This infographic provides helpful tips to simplify meals for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to help share the infographic on social media. A transcript to accompany the infographic is included.

Source: National Institute on Aging (NIA).
https://www.nia.nih.gov/

This infographic describes how eating a healthy diet and exercising can help control or delay age-related health problems. It provides 5 tips to prioritize daily. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available in English and Spanish, as well as links to help share the infographic on social media. A transcript to accompany the infographic is included.

Source: National Institute on Aging (NIA).
https://www.nia.nih.gov/

This infographic provides tips to older adults on how to make their home environment safe and accessible so that they may continue to live independently. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to help share the infographic on social media. A transcript to accompany the infographic is included.

Source: National Institute on Aging (NIA).
https://www.nia.nih.gov/

This infographic lists the emotional benefits of exercise. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to help share the infographic on social media. A transcript to accompany the infographic is included.

Source: National Institute on Aging (NIA).
https://www.nia.nih.gov/