Sanford Center for Aging

We connect you with resources to help you care for an aging family member. Visit Nevada Caregivers to learn about the assistance available to you in Nevada! https://nevadacaregivers.org/

Lo conectamos con recursos para ayudarlo a cuidar a un familiar anciano. ¡Visite Nevada Caregivers para conocer la asistencia disponible para usted en Nevada! https://nevadacaregivers.org/

Resources for Family Caregivers to Seniors in Nevada Free guide of 300+ resources for family caregivers in Reno, Sparks, Washoe County, and Nevada. Find in-home care, medical equipment, and more.

Join Dementia Friendly Nevada for its upcoming Distinguished Speakers featuring Jessica Luh Kim and Mary Beth Wighton on Monday, June 8 at 1 p.m. PT online via Zoom: (registration required)

Don't miss this month's DFNV Distinguished Speaker Series session!

Featuring a presentation on "Dignity, Dementia, and Changing the Story" by Jessica Luh Kim and Mary Beth Wighton of JLK Consulting and Coaching Services.

Monday, June 8
1:00 - 2:30 PM Pacific
Online, via Zoom

Free and open to all!

More information and registration at https://dfnv.org/distinguished-speakers

Did you know Sanford Center for Aging offers the Sanford Assessment? A free community-based health and wellness assessment that checks medications, cognition, risk of falls and so much more. Schedule your free assessment today by calling (775) 784-4774, Option 4.
https://med.unr.edu/sanford/health-services/wellness-assessment

As we round out we want to thank the many programs and services that support older adults in Nevada – it takes a network of caring individuals to provide support for our elders and we are honored to be able to contribute. Learn more about our services: https://med.unr.edu/sanford

Hannah and Courtney from our wellness team along with Jessica from School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno went to the National Council on Aging’s annual Age + Action Conference in DC to talk about our community falls prevention program to help older adults prevent falls and stay independent!

We ❤️ lifelong learning! There are incredible benefits, including belonging. OLLI at University of Nevada Reno provides the atmosphere and opportunity, all you need to do is jump in! Read the article from University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada Today to learn more:
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
https://www.unr.edu/nevada-today/news/2026/olli-enrollment

OLLI provides lifelong learning and belonging for older adults Open enrollment is open with the new term starting July 1. Designed for those age 50 and older.

Today is National Senior Health and Fitness Day so get out for that walk, do those stretches and get your body moving!

Health tip: Access to Healthcare is a program designed for Nevadans who are uninsured, underinsured or low-income with a network of doctors, specialists and hospitals. Access your health: https://www.accesstohealthcare.org/

Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a time to honor those who have served and those who are no longer with us. Thank you for your service.

Transportation tip: RTC ACCESS and RTC FlexRIDE can provide you the freedom to get around! Learn more during
ACCESS: https://rtcwashoe.com/rtc-access/
FlexRIDE: https://rtcwashoe.com/flexride-on-demand-service/