Northwestern IL Area Agency on Aging

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

A new cohort of Stress-Busting Programs starts October 7th!
These FREE classes teach caretakers the importance of self-care while caring for a loved one
Learn More Here: https://lifescapeservices.org/stress-busting-programs-2/

09/01/2026

🍂 Welcome September! NIAAA's newest newsletter is here.

A new season is approaching, and it's a great time to focus on staying healthy, safe, prepared, and connected.

September's newsletter includes information for Healthy Aging Month, emergency preparedness, falls prevention, su***de prevention awareness, dementia-friendly communities, upcoming events, and plenty of fall fun along the way.

Whether you're an older adult, caregiver, family member, or community partner, we hope you'll find something useful—and maybe something new—to carry with you into the season ahead.

🍁 Read our September Newsletter https://www.nwilaaa.org/news-and-events/niaaa-monthly-newsletter
💙 Dignity. Independence. Connection.

09/01/2026

Take charge of safety this school year by making battery safety part of your back-to-school routine. Charge devices safely, use approved equipment, and talk with students and staff about following these simple steps from the U.S. Fire Administration that help prevent battery-related fires.

09/01/2026

When someone close to you dies, your world changes. There are no rules about how you should feel. There is no right or wrong way to mourn.

Especially in the beginning stages of grief, you may find that taking care of details and keeping busy helps. Here are tips from the National Institute on Aging on how to take care of yourself while grieving.

08/29/2026

Here's what families need to know before putting someone in hospice care https://www.wifr.com/2026/04/28/understanding-hospice-care-what-patients-families-need-know/

08/29/2026

Being a caregiver can be extremely rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming. Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia takes time and effort. It can feel lonely and frustrating, so it is important to find time to take care of yourself. Consider these tips: Find more ways...

08/28/2026

Only one week left to register as an exhibitor for the largest Senior Expo in the city!!!
https://lifescapeservices.org/lifescape-senior-expo-2026/

08/28/2026

Plan for emergencies before they happen. If you live independently but may need extra help during public emergencies, join the Registry for Individuals with Disabilities.

Visit publichealth.wincoil.gov/ride/ to register.

08/28/2026

Join us at our Diabetese Support Group this next Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 10:30 a.m.!

Rock River Center, Inc.
James and Catherine Ehnen Building
810 S. Tenth St.
Oregon IL 61061
815-732-3252 or 1 800-541-5479
www.rockrivercenter.org
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