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Best Practices to Reach Older Adults: Community Health Workers
The numbers alone are compelling. Among 3,000 older adults [...]
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Actions that Impact Mental Health among Older Adults
Did you know that Ageism is more than a term associated with how a person thinks about aging (or your age)? Ageism can be followed by actions that can have a negative impact on a person’s mental health. Older adults may experience stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination based on age.
Ageism 101
Ageism is an ongoing social problem that older Americans face in the aging process. Ageism, or myths about aging, creates barriers for older adults that are trying to age with dignity. As Americans live longer and healthier lives, ensuring equal access to resources that support healthy aging is important.
Edadismo 101
El edadismo es un problema social continuo que afecta a los adultos mayores, incluyendo a los hispanos / latinos.