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People are living longer today than ever before. Many seniors live active, healthy and independent lives. Taking steps to maintain your health, such as eating a balanced diet, keeping your mind and body active and getting regular check-ups, can help you live a happier, healthier life.

»ªÌå»á Geriatrics provides consultation and comprehensive interdisciplinary services for the physical, emotional and social well-being of healthy and frail elderly patients. These patients may have complex medical and psychosocial problems, including dementia, incontinence, mobility disorders, Alzheimer's disease, memory impairment, weight loss and depression. Our team also performs osteoporosis evaluations.

»ªÌå»á offers a wide range of resources to help you stay healthy and happy during your senior years. You will find the services you need to:

• Stay informed: Choose from a variety of classes and programs in many areas, such as senior fitness, weight management, hearing loss, balance and dizziness issues, disease management, healthy living and more.
• Get fit: Workout facilities and medically integrated lifestyle programs at »ªÌå»á help you stay healthy and fit for life. You will have access to senior exercise classes, cardiac fitness sessions, nutrition counseling and many other resources. To learn more about membership and classes at our health centers in the northern and western suburbs, please see location information below.
• Connect to care: You will find comprehensive care for your health and wellness needs, including heart care, bone and joint care, cancer care, emotional health care, diabetes education, wellness services, memory care and more. And you can connect to skilled physicians for high-quality primary and specialized care.
• Remain independent: Enjoy your independent lifestyle as long as possible with living assistance from compassionate home health and hospice care professionals at »ªÌå»á.
• Find trusted options in senior living: If you are ready to simplify your life or need some extra care as you grow older, you will find options in senior living from an experienced healthcare provider at »ªÌå»á.

»ªÌå»á Geriatrics provides outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic services for older patients. The Geriatric Health Ministry at Northwestern Memorial Hospital works with local clergy and congregation members to develop health counseling, screening and educational programs for seniors, as well as assessments of homebound or isolated patients.