Use Your Noodle: A Brain Education Day

Challenge your noodle with a day of learning, socialization, activities, and movement presented in partnership with the Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. followed by a full day of engaging and interactive sessions from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Attendees may also visit with a variety of organizations from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. during the Expo.
Registration for the day is $25 and includes lunch. The deadline to register is June 15.
•Building Brain-Healthy Habit - Positive, everyday actions can make a difference in brain health, even lowering the risk of cognitive decline and possibly Alzheimer's and dementia. Take charge of your brain health today — it's never too early or too late to start.
•Let's Eat for Brainpower - From colorful fruits and veggies to fatty fish, explore the nutrients that are important to power the brain for today and the future.
•Two Heads are Better than One - Maintaining social connections is one of several things you can do to contribute to your own brain health. Learn about the aging brain and what you can do to keep it engaged with interactive cognitive challenges!
•Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention - Follow along as you are guided through gentle movements that enhance muscular strength, fitness, and balance while reducing the risk of falls.
College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences
University of Illinois* U.S. Department of Agriculture* Local Extension Councils Cooperating
Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please call 217-877-6042. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.