Influenza Prevention and Containment for Older Adult Populations
This online learning module for CNAs and other staff discusses influenza prevention and containment methods in the older adult population. At the conclusion of this program, learners will: state the primary means of preventing themselves from getting the flu; describe the difference between a cold and the flu; and apply strategies designed to prevent them from spreading the flu to others. The module includes YouTube videos, questions to be answered, and an evaluation survey at the end.
Source: Florida State University Reach, 2018.
The Benefits of 4 Types of Exercise
This infographic for older adults lists benefits of 4 types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to help share the infographic on social media. A transcript to accomapny the infographic is included.
Source: National Institute on Aging (NIA).
https://www.nia.nih.gov/
Make Yourself a Priority, Too: Tips for Caregivers
This infographic for caregivers provides tips on how to prioritize and take care of themselves. 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/
7 Steps to Finding the Perfect Senior Living Community
This web page from the Caregiver Resources Center discusses the seven steps caregivers can follow to find the perfect senior living community for their older family member. Each step includes a description of how to carry out the action, and some include links to resources that caregivers can use to help them locate a senior living community.
Source: Caring.com.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/
Forgetfulness: Normal or Not?
This infographic aims to inform older adults about which memory problems are a normal part of aging and which are not. 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/
Talking With Your Doctor: Tips for Seniors
This infographic for older adults provides tips for preparing for medical visits and improving doctor-patient communication. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to 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/
A Beginner's Guide to Medicaid
This web page from the Caregiver Resources Center describes Medicaid including definitions, eligibiity, and what it covers and does not cover. Answers to common questions that may arise when dealing with Medicaid are answered.
Source: Caring.com, 2023
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/
Six Tips for Long-Distance Caregiving
This infographic provides tips on how to make life more manageable for long-distance caregivers and their friend, relative, or parent. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to 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/
A Caregiver's Guide to Coping with Stress and Burnout
This web page from the Caregiver Resources Center focuses on caregivers and various techniques to help them cope with stress and burnout while caring for their patients. It also defines what caregiver burnout is and identifies which caregivers are most at risk of burnout. Finally, it lists life strategies to alleviate stress and coping strategies for caregiver stress.
Source: Caring.com.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/
6 Tips on How Older Adults Can Prepare for a Disaster
This infographic for older adults provides 6 tips on how to plan ahead in the event of a severe storm, earthquake, fire, or other emergency. A downloadable/printable PDF of the infographic is available, as well as links to 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/