Additionally, other key federal funding sources include programs funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U. Department of Agriculture.

Of the formally recognized programs, AAAs are most likely to deliver these: A Matter of Balance 66 percent Chronic Disease Self-Management Program 59 percent Diabetes Self-Management Program 47 percent Powerful Tools for Caregivers 39 percent Tai Chi for Arthritis 37 percent This is a list of highest tier Evidence-Based Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Programs that can be supported by Title IIID funds.

Resources U. Home Aging Services Healthy Aging. Healthy Aging Chronic health conditions are, unfortunately, often a part of the aging process.

About USAging. The AIA Awards recognizes successful and innovative programs that USAging members have developed to serve older adults. Get inspiration from our winners! ATTITUDE IS A STATE OF MIND Take charge of your attitude.

Sense of hope, humor, and confidence will determine the quality of your life. Eliminate negative self-talk eg. Optimists live much healthier and happy lives. Contact with others feeds your spirit and gives meaning to your life.

Being involved also helps us to forget our woes and remind us that we still have a lot to give. Seniors who are active, engaged and confident about their abilities generally feel better and live longer secret of Centurians. Ask yourself what makes you happy and that gets you up in the morning.

What are some goals or dreams you still want to do? Make a list and start doing them. This can be a time of greatest fulfillment. NUTRITION Eating well will make you feel better and look better, help your body run more smoothly, and help ward off illness.

Good hydration, glasses of water a day. Diets high in whole grains, fiber, fruits, veggies, and nuts decrease weight and reduce the risk for heart-related diseases.

EXERCISE Consistent times a week , regular exercise is the cornerstone of healthy living as you age. Exercise needs to include stretching, weight resistance training, aerobics, and balance routines. Exercise helps combat anxiety and depression, keep joints working better, reduce possibility of getting cancer, etc.

HEALTHY HABITS Smoking and drinking are the two big habits that can effect how you feel. Look at your lifestyle and identify other harmful habits as it will help you to live longer e.

Healthy living is healthy aging. Developing and maintaining healthy aging practices throughout the lifespan contributes to greater resilience and opportunities to thrive as we age — from infancy through older adulthood.

At ODPHP, our Healthy Aging work is grounded in research that demonstrates:. Older adults are essential members of society.

They support their families and communities in formal roles — like becoming a volunteer or continuing in the workforce — and informal roles — like serving as a caregiver. However, outdated expectations and myths about aging can negatively impact older adults and communities. Opportunities for older adults in employment, education, and social engagement are often limited, leading to poorer overall health and wellness.

Wrinkles, age spots and small growths called skin tags are more common. How your body burns calories metabolism slows down as you age. If you decrease activities as you age, but continue to eat the same as usual, you'll gain weight. To maintain a healthy weight, stay active and eat healthy. With age, sexual needs and performance might change.

Illness or medication might affect your ability to enjoy sex. For women, vaginal dryness can make sex uncomfortable. For men, impotence might become a concern. It might take longer to get an erection, and erections might not be as firm as they used to be. You can't stop the aging process, but you can make choices that improve your ability to maintain an active life, to do the things you enjoy, and to spend time with loved ones.

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