The Aging Brain
Websites
http://www.cdc.gov/Aging/healthybrain/index.htm
Healthy Brain Initiative
- Public health plays a role in enhancing physical health of older adults
- Plays a role in maintenance of cognitive health
- Increased need for public health role because of:
-The aging U.S. population
-Scientific advancements in risk behaviors related to cognitive decline
-Growing awareness of health, social and economic burdens linked with cognitive decline
o Road map to maintaining cognitive health which is a multifaceted guide to assist the implementation of cognitive health into healthcare practice
o Surveillance to assess the public’s beliefs about cognitive impairment
o Preventative Research Centers network consisting of nine universities which includes cognitive health
o Alzheimer’s Disease information
o Partnership between the CDC and Alzheimer’s Association for a multifaceted community-based project which educates African American baby boomers on healthy brain lifestyles
o Resources
· Cognitive impairments have an impact on an individual’s health and well-being
· Older adults with cognitive decline may have difficulty with everyday activities
o Meal preparation
o Money management
o Medication management
- The community’s role should support cognitive health as a priority and should be invested in this process while facilitating discoveries into healthcare practice.
Resources:
AARP*- Brain Health
Administration on Aging (AoA) Alzheimer’s Resource Room
Dana Foundation
National Institute on Aging Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center (ADEAR)
National Institutes of Health Cognitive and Emotional Health Project: The Healthy Brain
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