we're all in this together

Dear Friends- As you know, older adults are at higher risk of severe illness from the COVID-19 virus. We have put together a selection of web resources for teaching and learning about the needs of older adults and their families. In the coming days and weeks, we will be expanding our COVID-19 website and working with local, regional and campus partners on solutions to combat social isolation. We are planning projects and activities that will connect people virtually and by telephone. If you have ideas or want to let us know what is working for you now, please get in touch at icgi@ithaca.edu. We’d love to hear from you. Be safe and be well, Barbara Ganzel, Director, Ithaca College Gerontology Institute

For Caregivers If you are a healthcare professional working with older adults or a caregiver for family and friends, some of these resources may be helpful as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Resources

Self-Care Taking good care of yourself should be a priority during this challenging and uncertain time. We make better decisions when we're calm and can focus on the big picture. Some ideas

Social Isolation Busters As we stay at home to flatten the curve, we can take advantage of the time we've gained by learning or doing something new. Some activities require a device and an internet connection. Others are old school. To do at home

Former Gerontology Institute staffer plays key role in setting up testing sites Ithaca College alumna and former Gerontology Institute staff member Anna Rosenblatt, MPA, is a Practice Facilitator at Cayuga Health Partners where she has been on the frontline of the pandemic, setting up local COVID-19 testing sites. Read more

slow the spread * flatten the curve

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