RUSH Generations

09/25/2025

Stay Steady, Stay Strong! Watch our Falls Prevention 101 Mini-Clip 🎥

Hey Rush Generations family!

Did you know that many falls are preventable with a few smart habits and awareness? We’re excited to share our Falls Prevention 101 mini-video — it’s short, informative, and full of practical tips to help you stay safer and steadier in your daily life.

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/jvH5cBCBxK8

(And yes — do share it with friends or family who might benefit!)

In this video, you’ll learn:
• Simple home safety adjustments
• Balance & strength exercises you can do anywhere
• Key mindset shifts for confidence in movement

Whether you—or someone you love—are looking to reduce fall risk, or just want to move more confidently, this clip’s for you.

Please hit Like, Share, or Comment if you find it helpful (or have tips of your own). Let’s build a safer, stronger community together!

09/19/2025

Falls are Preventable — Take the First Step Today!
Falls Prevention Awareness Week is coming soon — and we’ve got a full lineup of free events to help you stay strong, steady, and independent.

Join us this month for Balance Screenings, a lecture from experts, and group classes in English or Spanish.

Space is limited, call (800) 757-0202 to register today! You can also visit-
https://www.rush.edu/classes-and-events
From there, select Rush Generations under the Groups tab on the left-hand menu, and you'll see all the events for Fall Prevention Awareness Week!

09/05/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month

National Su***de Prevention Week is September 7–13, and 988 Day is recognized on September 8.

At Rush Generations, we support and encourage the work of the Rush Center for Excellence in Aging and care deeply about spreading the word on their essential resources to help prevent su***de among older adults.

The E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging offers:
• Educational guides on su***de prevention and aging
• Recorded webinars with national experts
• Training modules for clinicians, caregivers, and crisis call center staff
• A free online course on su***de and older adults

Together, we can make a difference by ensuring older adults and their families have access to compassionate support, connection, and hope.

Remember, if you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to connect with a caring, trained counselor.

Learn more and explore resources here: The E4 Center-https://e4center.org/

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08/19/2025

Have Your Voice Heard: Help Shape the Future of Aging in Illinois!

The Illinois Department on Aging, with support from the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group, is creating a Multi-Sector Plan for Aging—a roadmap to make Illinois a healthier, more equitable place to age.

They are hosting engagement sessions across the state (and virtually!) to hear directly from community members like you. This is your chance to:
• Share challenges and ideas
• Highlight the needs of your community
• Ensure older adults and caregivers have a strong voice in shaping policy

Upcoming sessions include both in-person and virtual options, so you can participate in the way that works best for you.

Register here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/17ee716ccdf1485395c9a3ed50a089e8

Together, we can ensure Illinois is a great place to live, work, care for family, and grow older. 💙

07/20/2025

Hear from Dr. Jori Fleisher, Neurologist and Associate Professor at Rush University Medical Center, about the symptoms and challenges of caregiving for people living with Parkinson's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.

Tomorrow, Monday, July 21, 2025 from 6-7:30pm. Register through this link: bit.ly/brainhealthtalk or scan QR code on flyer below.

07/01/2025

Why Join a Rush Generations Evidence-Based Workshop?

Because small steps can lead to big changes in your health — and you're not alone on the journey.

Rush Generations offers free, supportive, and empowering workshops designed to help older adults manage chronic conditions, reduce falls, and build healthier habits.

💬 What makes them different?
✔️ Led by trained peers and community members with lived experience
✔️ Backed by clinical experts at Rush
✔️ Practical tools you can use every day
✔️ A chance to connect, share, and grow with others who “get it”

Whether you're managing arthritis, looking to improve your balance, or just want to live a more active, engaged life — these programs are for you.

“You’re part of your own care team — and these workshops remind you of that.” – Workshop Participant

Ready to take charge of your health and meet others doing the same?

Take a look at this video to learn more about the work we do! - https://youtu.be/K1uSAWvl59I

📞 Call us today or visit our website to find a program near you:
https://www.rush.edu/services/social-work-and-community-health-services/rush-generations

07/01/2025

There's one week left before our newest wellbeing series begins! Learn mindfulness and acupressure techniques, and how to build habits to support your emotional, mental and physical wellbeing. There's still time to register! Call 800-757-0202 or sign up online here: https://learn.rush.edu/8a2vJmt7/5a5ZQhDowZB

Ready to Reclaim Your Balance?

Join RUSH Generations for The Wellbeing Series: Creating Balance and Wellness from Within — a transformative 6-week program designed to help you tap into your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive.

Learn simple, science-backed practices to support your mental, physical, and emotional wellness

When: 📆 Tuesdays, July 8 – August 12
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Rush Armour Academic Center, 600 S. Paulina St., 9th Floor, Room 968

Cost: $25 (Scholarships available!)

📞 Register now: (800) 757-0202 or email Hannah_Weitzman@rush.edu

You deserve to feel grounded, well, and connected. Space is limited—register today and give yourself the gift of wellness.

06/20/2025

Ready to Reclaim Your Balance?

Join RUSH Generations for The Wellbeing Series: Creating Balance and Wellness from Within — a transformative 6-week program designed to help you tap into your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive.

Learn simple, science-backed practices to support your mental, physical, and emotional wellness

When: 📆 Tuesdays, July 8 – August 12
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Rush Armour Academic Center, 600 S. Paulina St., 9th Floor, Room 968

Cost: $25 (Scholarships available!)

📞 Register now: (800) 757-0202 or email Hannah_Weitzman@rush.edu

You deserve to feel grounded, well, and connected. Space is limited—register today and give yourself the gift of wellness.

06/07/2025

Is What You're Eating Aging You Faster?

Did you know that ultra-processed foods—like packaged snacks, sugary drinks, and frozen meals—aren’t just bad for your waistline, but may also impact your brain health, energy, and overall well-being as you age?
This eye-opening article from Chicago Caregiving explores how diets high in processed foods affect older adults in particular — increasing the risk of chronic illness, memory issues, and more.

Take a look at the link below for the full article and check out our evidence-based workshops where we cover this exact topic and how to make healthy eating choices!

https://aging.rush.edu/rush-generations/

Read it here:
https://chicagocaregiving.com/ultra-processed-foods/

Whether you're caring for an aging loved one or thinking about your own aging journey, it’s worth a read. What small food swap can you make this week?

06/05/2025

🌡️ Let's Prepare Now for High Temperatures—Together! 🧊
As summer heats up, it’s more important than ever to prepare ourselves and look out for the people we care about—especially older adults and those with chronic health conditions who may be more vulnerable to extreme heat.

🔥 High temperatures don’t just affect our physical health—they can also take a serious toll on mental well-being, especially for those living alone or managing chronic conditions.
🧠 Studies show that extreme heat can increase stress, anxiety, lead to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and even confusion in older adults.

✅ Here’s how friends, family, and loved ones can all help:

• Have regular check-ins with family, friends, older loved ones, and neighbors
• Make sure AC or fans are working and accessible
• Create a “cooling plan” that includes shaded or air-conditioned spaces. If need be, know your nearest cooling center. Check this site!-https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fss/provdrs/serv/svcs/dfss_cooling_centers.html
• Stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activities during peak hours
• Encourage rest and remind each other it’s okay to slow down

Read the entire post here-
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-world-isnt-ready-for-the-mental-health-toll-of-extreme-heat/

💬 “Let’s beat the heat—together.” Share this with friends and family to help build a culture of care and preparation.

06/03/2025

🎬 Watch Project UnLonely Films — Free & Now Streaming!

Discover the healing power of storytelling through Project UnLonely Films, a powerful collection of award-winning short films that shine a light on loneliness, connection, and the importance of belonging.

Now in its 9th season, this series features nearly 150 moving short films designed to raise awareness, spark conversation, and build community.

🌐 Get free, instant access now: https://www.artandhealing.org/

Whether you're watching for personal reflection or sharing in a classroom, workplace, or community space, there's a story here for everyone. 💬✨

06/03/2025

We're delighted to announce a new in-person wellness class called The Wellbeing Series: Creating Balance and Wellness from Within. Through a blend of mindfulness, acupressure techniques, and the science of habit formation, this series empowers you to take charge of your wellbeing from the inside out.

It will take place at the Rush campus on Tuesdays from July 8th - August 12th! To register, call 800-757-0202 or sign up here:

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