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https://teapaw.org/t.co/aNyS5qe2sV aims to provide Clinicians, Caregivers and Patients free access to best practice tools and resources to improve pain care for older adults.

 University of Iowa, Iowa City
GeriatricPain.org
Joined February 2017
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Jennifer Jones attended two separate events this week to provide resources to caregivers from the Csomay Center. The events were sponsored by the Milestones Area Agency on Aging and the Heritage Area Agency on Aging. #olderadults #aging #gerontology  #optimalaging
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"Heat therapy relieves pain by: ♨️ Improving circulation to skin and muscles ♨️Relaxing muscles and reducing muscle spasms and irritation ♨️Decreasing sensitivity to pain" For more information: geriatricpain.org/older-adul… #olderadults #aging #geriatricpain #pain #painmanagement
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New Resource Available on GeriatricPain.org 📝 "Yoga” provides a general overview of yoga, its benefits, as well as associated risks and precautions. geriatricpain.org/family-car… #olderadults #aging #geriatricpain #pain #painmanagement
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Register today for NAC's #CaregiverNation Summit and join advocates and leaders from across the country working to bring the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers to life! 📅: October 25 & 26 📍: Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill, Washington DC REGISTER: bit.ly/3ZMMW4o
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Check out this resource written by Dr. Fawn Cothran, PhD, RN, GCNS-BC, FGSA, Hunt Research Director at the National Alliance for Caregiving that highlights resources available to support #Caregivers of individuals living with chronic pain. caregiving.org/wp-content/up…
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September is Pain Awareness Month As caregivers of older adults, you may be seeking resources to help you in this role. Visit GeriatricPain.org for evidence-based pain management tools and strategies. #olderadults #caregivers #painmanagement
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New Resource Available on GeriatricPain.org 📝 ''Physical Therapy (PT) and Occupational Therapy (OT)" highlights the difference between PT and OT and how they can help older adults manage pain.  geriatricpain.org/older-adul… #olderadults #geriatricpain #pain #painmanagement
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New Resource Available on GeriatricPain.org 📷 "Acupuncture” provides a general overview of acupuncture and provides guidelines for its use and tips about what to expect. geriatricpain.org/old.../pai… #olderadults #geriatricpain #pain #painmanagement
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Today is World #ElderAbuseAwarenessDay. Elder abuse can be defined as neglect, violence, or emotional, psychological, or financial abuse aimed at anyone over the age of 65. @iowaaging partners with local Area Agencies on Aging to aid in elder abuse prevention and awareness.
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Check out our community partners @aarpiowa and their insightful resources for caregivers! #caregiverresources Click here: videos.aarp.org/detail/video…
Pain Management Self-Care, Resources, and Techniques

Pain Management Self-Care, Resources, and Techniques

Hear strategies family caregivers use to manage stress and improve self-care while caring for someone in pain.

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Check out our community partners @aarpiowa #OlderAmericansMonth and their insightful resources for caregivers! #caregiverresources Click here: videos.aarp.org/detail/video…
Higher-Risk Treatments for Managing Pain

Higher-Risk Treatments for Managing Pain

Learn about higher-risk treatments for people living with pain, including opioids and NSAIDs, and how to weigh risks and benefits.

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#EventAlert #Dementia Education presentation on 5/23 at Solon retirement Village. #nationalskillednursingcareweek #OlderAmericansMonth #CsomayCenter
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Check out our community partners @aarpiowa #OlderAmericansMonth and their insightful resources for caregivers! #caregiverresources Click here: videos.aarp.org/detail/video…
Lower-Risk Treatments for Managing Pain

Lower-Risk Treatments for Managing Pain

Hear about lower-risk options for managing pain, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies like exercise, meditation, and sleep.

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#HappyNursesWeek! We are proud to have been led by nurses since our inception as a John A. Hartford Center in 2000 to 2023 as the Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence. Grateful to the have the expertise and compassion that is synonymous with nurses leading our team! #Tbt
Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence Directors & Co-Directors (2000-2023)

ALT Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence Directors & Co-Directors (2000-2023)

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Assessing Pain in Older Adults: AJN The American Journal of Nursing in collaboration with @AARP @aarpiowa #OlderAmericansMonth #resources Learn More: journals.lww.com/ajnonline/F…
Assessing Pain in Older Adults : AJN, American Journal of Nursing

Assessing Pain in Older Adults : AJN, American Journal of Nursing

This article is part of a series, Supporting Family Caregivers: No Longer Home Alone, published in collaboration with the AARP Public Policy...

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Check out our community partners @aarpiowa and their insightful resources for caregivers! #caregiverresources Click here: videos.aarp.org/detail/video…
Pain Management for Caregivers: What is Pain?

Pain Management for Caregivers: What is Pain?

Learn what pain is, how it differs and affects individuals, implications for caregivers, and tips for developing a pain management plan.

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Check out our community partners @aarpiowa and their insightful resources for caregivers! #caregiverresources Click here: videos.aarp.org/detail/video…
Experiences of Caregivers Caring for People with Pain

Experiences of Caregivers Caring for People with Pain

Hear diverse experiences of family caregivers providing care for people with pain in various situations, including the impact of caring on mental health and relationships.

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Mayor declares Oct. 20 as Public Health Professionals Day content.govdelivery.com/acco…
Mayor declares Oct. 20 as Public Health Professionals Day

Mayor declares Oct. 20 as Public Health Professionals Day

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Mayor Teague proclaims October as LGBTQ History Month content.govdelivery.com/acco…
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Senior Living: Adaptive exercises can help older adults increase independence presstelegram.com/2021/09/27…
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