Dementia, Senior Health Activities to Help with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a type of memory loss and cognitive difficulty that is more severe than the normal symptoms of aging. Not all people with MCI develop dementia, but mild cognitive impairment is a significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. A 2014 study found that, over a span of about five years, more than one-quarter of people diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment developed dementia.
Senior Health, Lifestyle, Caregiver Resources What to Know About the Athens Community Council on Aging
Seniors know that sometimes the most effective help comes from a community of like-minded people, not from a distant agency with little connection to the people it serves. The Athens Community Council on Aging was founded in 1967 by seniors, for seniors. It remains true to its mission today, using peer support to help seniors and connect them to a vast array of local and regional resources. Here’s what you need to know about this beloved community institution.