Healthy Aging & Alzheimer's Research Care - HAARC Center

11/06/2025

In Salem, the past runs with you. Cross the line, and you become part of its lore. Haunted course. Historic streets. Wicked fast. One thing’s for sure, you’ll finish with a story worth telling.

11/05/2025

Join Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center for the Dementia Caregiver Summit on Thursday, November 20th from 10:00am - 2:00pm.

This event is designed to bring together caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations for a day of connection, learning and support.

RSVP by calling 708-214-2124 or emailing charon_a_cannon@rush.edu.

11/04/2025

Join us for the Navigating the Aging Mind: A Lunch & Learn with Dr. Chandler Zolliecoffer, Clinical Neuropsychologist, and the HAARC Center.

Saturday, November 15
11:00 a.m.
UChicago Medicine Ingalls UChicago Medicine

Learn how aging impacts memory, thinking, and brain health—and how we can support each other through it.

To register, call 708-915-6885.

11/03/2025

Primary progressive aphasia causes gradual language loss, which affects daily communication. Communication participation, or how people use communication in daily life, is essential to measure in primary progressive aphasia. We conducted interviews with 9 patient-partner pairs to test whether a comm...

11/03/2025

November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month.

- An estimated 7.2 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2025.

- That’s about 1 in 9 people age 65+ (approximately 11%).

- Nearly two-thirds of those affected are women.

- The projected cost of care (excluding unpaid caregiving) is $384 billion in 2025.

- Nearly 12 million family members and friends provide over 19 billion hours of unpaid care, valued at about $413 billion.

At HAARC, we’re committed to inclusive research, supporting early detection, uplifting caregivers, and promoting healthy aging at every stage of life.

10/15/2025

Dr. Francesca Farina, a neuroscientist and Assistant Professor at the HAARC Center, co-leads the PERI-MIND study—a research project focused on brain health during perimenopause and early post-menopause. The study is designed for individuals at increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and aims to identify early risk and resilience factors linked to hormonal and life-stage changes.

Dr. Farina’s work addresses a long-standing gap in dementia research by focusing on women’s brain health and partnering across neurology, neuroscience, and Ob/Gyn. She’s also committed to community outreach that promotes brain health awareness and reduces stigma around cognitive decline.

Learn more about the PERI-MIND study: https://obgyn.uchicago.edu/research/peri-mind

10/13/2025

Let’s talk Alzheimer’s, caregiving & the Latino community.
Join us for Bringing the Light 2025 — a FREE, virtual conference packed with expert talks and real resources taking place THIS Saturday! Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter Alzheimer's Association

🗓️ Sat, Oct 18 | 🕙 10 AM–1 PM CT
💻 Tune in from anywhere!
Register here: alzillinois.org/alzbringingthelight

10/10/2025

The HAARC Center recently led a Dementia Friends presentation for Center for Better Aging staff, empowering them with tools and understanding to better support those living with dementia. Illinois Cognitive Resources Network

We’re so grateful for your partnership in supporting older adults and fostering a Dementia Friendly Englewood community.
Learn more about the amazing work happening at the Center for Better Aging here: https://www.centerforbetteraging.org/

Special thanks to Dr. Chandler Zollicoffer for her continued leadership and dedication to educating communities across Chicago!

10/09/2025

Let’s take a moment to celebrate everything that comes with getting older—like wisdom, resilience, and finding new ways to grow.

This Ageism Awareness Day, we believe aging should be something to look forward to—not something to fear or stereotype. Together, we can work to lift up the voices of older adults in our communities!

10/07/2025

Join us for Bringing the Light 2025, a free, fully virtual conference celebrating the Hispanic community and offering support, expert talks, and resources for families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Alzheimer's Association

🗓️ Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (CT)
💻 Attend from anywhere!
💜 Presented by Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter
Register now: alzillinois.org/alzbringingthelight

Let’s come together online to learn, connect, and uplift our community.

10/03/2025

We had such an inspiring session with Dr. Chandler Zollicoiffer and SuperAger Ms. Nicholes at the Seed2Fruit Senior Care Support Group!

Caregivers learned how to navigate the aging mind—understanding what’s part of normal aging versus dementia, practical tips for maintaining brain health, and ways to live well into your 80s and beyond.

Special thanks to SuperAging Research Initiative Ambassador Ms. Nicholes for sharing her wisdom and lived experience!

Learn more about Seed2Fruit Education and how they are empowering cognitive are across generations here: https://seed2fruitllc.com/

Watch the full recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFZF0lq0dpg

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED...*Can you live your best life beyond 65 years old*Is there a way to protect you and your loved ones against cognitive decline or dise...

10/02/2025

What a wonderful Wellness Wednesday at Lindblom Park with Dementia Friendly Englewood Illinois Cognitive Resources Network!

We had such a great time learning about the new IL Brain Health Initiative, meeting Cerebella with the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter, moving with Smyle Fit to stay strong and reduce fall risks, and sharing healthy aging secrets from our very own SuperAgers SuperAging Research Initiative.

We are proud to partner with Dementia Friendly Communities to support seniors in staying active, engaged, and thriving as they age.