CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- The University of Illinois Extension has worked alongside researchers in Iowa and Illinois to develop a program designed for caregivers of farmers showing signs of dementia.

Older agricultural workers have a higher risk of developing dementia -- which increases the chances of becoming injured, especially for those living or working on farms. Because of that, researchers at the University of Iowa, University of Illinois Chicago, community members and Extension experts created Farm Families Coping with Dementia (FFCD).

The program works to teach caregivers and family members of someone showing signs of dementia how to reduce injuries, and support the mental health of the caregivers. It has four one-hour sessions.

The researchers are looking for adults who have a

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