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www.rehabfi rstnwa.com RehabFirst provides quality, individualized physical therapy services by scheduling one client per therapist during each session. MISSION STATEMENT Provide personal, professional care to patients at a reasonable cost. Our clinics employ only licensed professionals with years of experience in physical therapy in order to reach goals established by each therapist and patient. 642 W. Lancashire Blvd. | Bella Vista, AR 72715 479.876.6686 Senior Health Fair 12C F Wednesday, September 13, 2017 The Weekly Vista Health Initiatives Research Health Initiatives Research spe- cializes in the treatment and man- agement of memory loss, primarily focused on mild cognitive impair- ment and Alzheimer's disease. HIR, located in Fayetteville, is owned and operated by Dr. Gary Linker, a geriatric psychiatrist who has been practicing in Arkansas for 15 years. HIR provides support and guid - ance for those struggling to cope with the difficulties associated with memory loss. The company also conducts clinical trials in conjunction with major pharmaceutical companies to help address the needs of pa - tients suffering from Alzheimer's disease and other issues, with the goal of developing more effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure. The team can assess cognitive function as well as provide resourc - es for caregivers, family members and those struggling with memory problems. If you or a loved one has mild memory problems or has been di - agnosed with Alzheimer's disease and is between the ages of 50 and 90, Health Initiatives Research may be able to help. They are actively enrolling in tri - als investigating treatments for agi- tation and insomnia in Alzheimer's patients, and has a new study aim- ing to slow the progression of the disease scheduled to begin shortly. Call Health Initiatives Research at 479-575-9600 for more informa- tion. PAID CONTENT Specializes in mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease Help senior drivers maintain their independence As men and women age, various factors may affect their ability to drive. In addition to issues with memory, seniors may have failing eyesight and physical limitations, and their reaction time may slow down. In such instanc - es, seniors' ability to safely operate a motor vehicle may be questioned. Age alone is not a reliable measure of driving ability, but many of the is - sues that affect one's ability to safely drive a vehicle tend to appear as men and women near their golden years. Losing the ability to safely operate an automobile can greatly reduce a person's independence. That is why periodic driver evaluations may be met with some reluctance. Aging men and women who don't want to avoid po - tential conflicts with concerned family members can take their own steps to ensure they maintain their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Schedule a driving safety evaluation When drivers' abilities to operate a motor vehicle become suspect, a thor- ough evaluation should be scheduled. The evaluation should not be handled by a family physician or family mem- ber, but by an unbiased third party like a Certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialist. This is a therapist who has special certification to assist people with disabilities, including older adults, with driving. They can help in - dividuals with adaptive equipment or techniques if driving issues stem from something that can be addressed. Figure out if the car 'fits' the individual A program called CarFit can help drivers assess if their car is suited to their abilities. A team of trained tech- nicians and/or health professionals work with participants to ensure their vehicles are equipped for maxi- mum safety and comfort. A properly adjusted vehicle is as important as one's cognitive and physical abili- ties. Adjustments can include mirror placement, good foot positioning and sitting at the proper distance from the steering wheel. People can learn about an upcoming event at www.car-fit.org. Take a driver improvement course Driver improvement courses are provided by various organizations, including some insurance companies. AARP also has a Driver Safety Course to lower the risk of traffic violations, collisions and injuries. Completion of these courses can help drivers en- hance their abilities behind the wheel and may result in lower premiums for mature drivers. Driving is one of the key avenues to personal independence. Strengthening seniors' driving abilities is a goal of many organizations. Metro Creative