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2012 Whole Community Conference SENIORS

2012 Whole Community Conference SENIORS. Rose Coniglio, State Disaster Coordinator Illinois Department on Aging. Demographics (2010 census population update). Illinois population = 12,830,632 Cook County = 5,194,675 City of Chicago = 2,695,598 Suburban Cook County = 2,499,077

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2012 Whole Community Conference SENIORS

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  1. 2012 Whole Community ConferenceSENIORS Rose Coniglio, State Disaster Coordinator Illinois Department on Aging

  2. Demographics(2010 census population update) Illinois population = 12,830,632 • Cook County = 5,194,675 • City of Chicago = 2,695,598 • Suburban Cook County = 2,499,077 Senior population (60+) = 2,274,642 • City of Chicago =396,170 • Suburban Cook County =481,119

  3. Demographics - seniors • City of Chicago • 85+ = 37,033 • 75+ = 126,837 • 65+ = 277,932 • 60+ = 396,170 • Suburban Cook County • 85+ = 54,344 • 75+ = 168,971 • 65+ = 342,397 • 60+ = 481,119

  4. Demographics(census bureau) • One in every eight persons - age 65+ 12.4% • Reach age 65, average life expectancy will increase by • 20 years female • 17.1 years male • 85+ is fastest growing (2030 – 2050) • 2.2 million turned 65 (2006) • 1.8 million died • 73,674 centenaries, 0.19% population • 97% increase from 1990

  5. What is natural aging? Besides the normal physical aging of the body (i.e. wrinkles, skin discoloration, etc.) an older person may experience the following: • Diminished hearing and eyesight • Lack of physical strength • Slower movement and reaction time • More time needed to learn new skills or recalling information • Inability to regulate body temperature • Body needs more time to heal

  6. Emergency Response • ALWAYS ask the older person how you can best assist them: • May respond more slowly to a crisis and may not fully understand the extent of the emergency • Repeat questions and answers if necessary • Reassure the older person that they will receive medical assistance without fear of being placed in a nursing home • Older people fear being removed from their homes • Be sympathetic and understanding • Explain relocation is temporary • Before moving an older person, assess their ability to see and hear; adapt your rescue techniques for sensory impairments • Older persons with a hearing loss may appear confused or disoriented • Determine if person has a hearing aid • Do the batteries work

  7. Emergency Response continued • If the older person has a vision loss, identify yourself and explain why you are there • Let person hold your arm and then guide them to safety • Medications • Gather medications before evacuating • Find out what they are for • Dementia • Turn off lights and sirens – sensory overload • Identify yourself and explain why you are there • Speak slowly, use short words in a calm voice • Ask “yes” or “no” questions, repeat if necessary • Maintain eye contact

  8. Alzheimer's Disease - NOT a Normal Part of Aging • With age there may be some forgetfulness • The symptoms of Alzheimer's disease can be confused with the normal aspect of aging • Alzheimer's disease affects approximately 5 million people • Progressive disease that affects the brain • Can result in: • Loss of memory • Loss of ability to think and speak clearly • Loss of ability to perform everyday tasks • Changes in behavior

  9. When disease influences the brain • Look directly at the older adult • Talk with the person – not over him/her • Get on their level – sit, kneel • Use short, simple sentences • Use gestures • Speak slowly • Be specific • Allow 20 – 30 seconds minimum for response • Only one person talks at a time

  10. Please contact the Illinois Aging Network for: • Outreach (face-to-face) • Information & Assistance • Comprehensive Care Coordination • Well-being checks • Self-neglect concerns • Linkages to services • Information on selecting a nursing facility • Programs and Services for age 60+

  11. Illinois Aging Network • Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) • www.state.il.us/aging/ • IDoA’s Senior HelpLine • 800-252-8966 • 888-206-1327 TTY • Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation Local Area Agencies on Aging • 866-800-1409 • Local service providers • State and Federal Programs http://www.state.il.us/aging/1news_pubs/publications/state-federal_book.pdf

  12. State Resources • www.ready.illinois.gov • Emergency Preparedness Tips for Those with Functional Needs

  13. Rose ConiglioState Disaster CoordinatorIllinois Department on AgingOne Natural Resources Way, #100Springfield, IL 62702217-785-3372 desk 217-720-4808 cellrose.coniglio@illinois.gov

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