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2.5 CE program; "Comprehensive Overview of Multiple Sclerosis Care"
Provided by Wayne State University, Institute of Gerontology, Presented by SPECTRUM Specialized Care
Cathy Lysack, deputy director of Wayne State University's Institute of Gerontology talks to Detroit Free Press about seniors loving work after 90
Staying on the job later in life may decrease dementia, increase lifespan and result in greater happiness
3 CEs Program, February 16, 2012; Third Annual Judith J. Wahlberg Memorial Lecture
Titled as "Hidden Psychiatric Disorders and Medication Challenges Among the Elderly", a partnership between IOG & AAA1-B
Empowering Families to Make Educated Choices (The 10th Annual Elder Advocate Conference)
3 CEU's for Social Workers, Nurses and NHA's (February 29th, 2012)
Deputy Director Dr. Cathy Lysack talks with Bob Allison about new research by IOG student trainees on Aging and Function:
Aging Well with Cathy Lysack
Peter Lichtenberg, Psychology Professor and Director of Wayne State’s Institute of Gerontology, discussed the risk factors for Alzheimer’s with WWJ-AM reporter Pat Sweeting:
Dr. Lichtenberg examined what role environment and genetics may play in the disease's development
An interview with Pat Rencher
Our Community Education Coordinator, Pat Rencher, talks to Bob Allison about fascinating new health workshops (held by the...
"Family Caregiver Training"; how to care for a family member who has dementia? The program is provided by the Master of Occupational Therapy Program at Wayne State University - Global Day of Service 2012
Held on the 3rd of February 2012 & co-provided by the Alzheimer's Association
The HBEC Lunch & Learn Program "Loving Yourself From Death" is coming up on the 29th of February 2012
Participation is free to those 55 years old and older, but you must RSVP
Seniors Count!
The Seniors Count! project of the IOG, in partnership with Adult Well Being Services and dozens of other community-based...
Research Participants Needed
If you believe in research and you are concerned about the health and welfare of older adult Detroiters, you may want...
Brain Training: "Building Better Brighter Brains"; Tuesdays; January 17, February 21 and March 20 at 1:00 pm
Presented by the Institute of Gerontology & supported by the Birmingham Area Seniors Coordinating Council & Center
The 13th Annual Art of Aging Conference: Please register now and return your registration form as soon as possible, as this event sells out quickly
Art of Aging Successfully: "Dancing Through Life" March 22, 2012
The IOG Annual Report for 2011 has been released
Celebrating a Decade of Achievement
1.5 CE program; March 15, 2012: "Cognitive Abilities as We Age"
Provided by the IOG and presented by BrightStar
3 CE conference; March 8, 2012: "Bringing Quality to Life"
Provided by the IOG and presented by the Oakmont Senior Communities
Discover the Healthier Black Elders Center!
HBEC is the community outreach program of the Michigan Center for Urban African American Aging Research (MCUAAAR).