University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community

11/02/2023

November is National Family Caregiver Month and this article from AARP discusses ways to navigate caring for an aging parent

Don't let caring for a parent ruin your relationship. Be sure you understand how they want to age, let them make some decisions and stay positive.

10/24/2023

Most older adults wish to stay in their homes for as long as possible as they age. To accomplish the goal of “aging in place”, some older adults need assistance. For many, managing a chronic disease or coping with a disability will be focal to their aging experience.

Register for this important event :
On November 2, the Central Indiana Senior Fund, a fund of the Central Indiana Community Foundation , The Polis Center, and WFYI will co-host the Aging in Place Webinar: Help Wanted: Who Do We Need to Help Us Age at Home? This event will explore the direct care workforce needed to help the growing older adult population age at home.

Help Wanted: Who do we need to help us age at home? by The Polis Center | Sep 18, 2023 | Event Register Now! Most older adults wish to stay in their homes for as long as possible as they age. To accomplish the goal of “aging in place”, some older adults need assistance. For many, managing a chro...

10/15/2023

Check out a way that social media is helping to humanize the journey of people living with dementia and their caregivers. AARP

More than a million people follow Dan Salinger’s journey as he and his brother split full-time caregiving duties for their dad.

10/13/2023

Bone and Joint Health National Action Week has started It centers around discussions on preventing and treating arthritis, back pain, trauma, pediatric conditions affecting bones, and osteoporosis.

10/11/2023

Take a few minutes and check out the Original Influencer's by Humana

This series of short films debunks the old stereotypes of what it means to be over 65, by celebrating individuals who continue to make a difference.

10/10/2023

Please note that tonight's GlamourGals event has been cancelled. Please check back for more events soon!

Join us for hand massages by a licensed physical therapist, manicures by the UIndy GlamourGals, light refreshments, and music provided by the UIndy Music Therapy program.

Tuesday October 10 at 5:00-7:00pm
UIndy Health Pavilion, Room 210
1643 E. Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46227

10/09/2023

UPDATE: Tonight's event has been cancelled. Please check back for more events soon!

Join us for hand massages by a licensed physical therapist, manicures by the UIndy GlamourGals, light refreshments, and music provided by the UIndy Music Therapy program.

Tuesday October 10 at 5:00-7:00pm
UIndy Health Pavilion, Room 210
1643 E. Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46227

10/08/2023

Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University article discusses the four challenges that face housing issues for older adults.

This is a critical moment in which to consider investments in the housing needs of the nation’s older adults. While the number of people 65 and over

10/07/2023

Today is a day to reframe how we talk about aging and older people in a society where ageism is pervasive. American Society on Aging

10/06/2023

Check out the comments from the Oakland New Jersey Senior Centers comments about the The Golden Bachelor

The commentary was sharp and the drinks were virgin at a watch party for the new dating show featuring singles between 60 and 75.

10/05/2023

Research on music, theater, dance, creative writing, and other participatory arts shows promising evidence for improving older adults' quality of life and well-being, from better cognitive function, memory, and self-esteem to reduced stress and increased social interaction. National Institute on Aging - NIH

Congratulations to Maura O'Malley on receiving the AARP Purpose Prize Fellow

October 5, 2023 Lifetime Arts Co-Founder Named 2024 AARP Purpose Prize® Award Fellow FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 5, 2023 CONTACT: Jacqueline DuMont, Lifetime Arts [email protected] Henry Kenney III, [email protected] Photo by Stephen Voss for AARP NEW YORK – Lifetime Arts is thrille...

10/02/2023

We are hosting a Memory Café in partnership with Dementia Friends Indiana It is a FREE safe, welcoming gathering where individuals with dementia and their care partners can connect with others.

Join us for hand massages by a licensed physical therapist, manicures by the UIndy Glamourgals, light refreshments, and music provided by the UIndy Music Therapy program

Tuesday October 10 at 5:00-7:00pm
UIndy Health Pavilion, Room 210
1643 E. Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Please register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhN04CEkXz5Dv22fJahIJoMklAfJsc1alxX9_3z1wGTzrmdw/viewform?usp=sf_link