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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
May 6, 202410:00 am - 11:30 am Online - Webinar
For centuries, we've known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
Additional Information
This class is presented in collaboration with Oregon Care Partners. Oregon Care Partners is a free, high-quality education resource for family and professional caregivers of older adults and people living with Alzheimer’s in Oregon.
Professionals living or working in Oregon may be eligible for free CEUs. Please contact Oregon Care Partners with questions about CEU completion certificates for this class; you can find contact information at OregonCarePartners.com.
This program offers science-based recommendations about taking care of our brains and bodies. While there are currently no proven methods to prevent cognitive decline or dementia, research has shown that we can take action to reduce our risk of developing it and help maintain or potentially improve overall health.
This programs covers these aspects of healthy living:
Getting quality sleep
Being smoke-free
Taking care of your mental health
Getting moving Eating healthy
Challenging yourself
Staying connected
We’ll share stories and offer tips on how to make small changes in each of these areas to build healthier habits. Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body is designed for individuals of any age who are looking for information on ways to live well.
