Mac users: Increase text size by holding command and +. Decrease text size by holding command and -.Tags: Age-Friendly Communities, Alzheimer's Disease, Arthritis, Chronic Disease Self-Management, Fall Prevention, Physical Activity
Format: Website
This resource provides information on the health benefits of swimming for people of all ages. It also shares the benefits of swimming for those with arthritis, chronic pain, Alzheimer’s disease, and more.
Tags: Fall Prevention
Format: PDF
This updated plan builds on the original Falls Free® National Action Plan, released in 2005, and is the product of key recommendations and strategies collected during the Falls Prevention Summit, a White House Conference on Aging event held in April 2015. Source: ncoa.org
Tags: Fall Prevention
Format: PDF
“This “how-to” guide is designed for community-based organizations who are interested in implementing their own evidence-based fall prevention programs. This guide is designed to be a practical and useful tool, and it provides guidelines on program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.” Source: CDC
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“This 3rd edition of the Compendium describes single interventions (15 exercise interventions, 4 home modification interventions, and 10 clinical interventions) and 12 multifaceted interventions (which address multiple risk factors). Each intervention is presented using a standardized format that includes a short summary and additional implementation details” Source: CDC
Tags: Advanced Care Planning, Chronic Disease Self-Management, End of Life, Fall Prevention, Family Caregiving, Home Care and Care Transitions, Medication Management, Nutrition, Pain Management, Vision Loss/Blindness
Format: Website
ZocDoc is a searchable database used find doctors and dentists by specialty and location.
Tags: Disabilities, Fall Prevention, Home Care and Care Transitions, Housing
Format: Website
This guide outlines disability accommodation costs, providing information on ramps, doorways, stairs, kitchen and bathroom accommodations. Source: HomeAdvisor.com
Tags: Emergency Preparedness, Fall Prevention, Finances, Fraud Prevention
Format: Website
Source: MortgageCalculator.org
The Guide to Aging at Home Safely and with Dignity provides information on fall prevention, home safety, fraud prevention, costs to consider, and information for family members.
Tags: Chronic Disease Self-Management, Elder Abuse, Fall Prevention, Family Caregiving, Medicare
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Visit the National Council on Aging website for information on disease prevention, benefits checkups, elder abuse, falls prevention, Medicare, and more. Find resources in many topic areas geared toward aging professionals, older adults, aging advocates and caregivers.
Tags: Advanced Care Planning, Alzheimer's Disease, Chronic Disease Self-Management, Dementia, Elder Abuse, End of Life, Fall Prevention, Family Caregiving, Home Care and Care Transitions, Housing, Intergenerational Programs, LGBT Aging, Medication Management, Mental Health, Older Workers, Pain Management, Physical Activity, Reducing Isolation, Social Engagement
Format: Toolkit
The Eldercare Locator is a database by the U.S. Administration on Aging that connects users to services for older adults and their families.
Tags: Fall Prevention, Technical Assistance
Format: Website
The NCOA leads the National Falls Prevention Resource Center, which supports the implementation and dissemination of evidence-based falls prevention programs and strategies across the nation. Visit this page for tools, resources, webinars, and technical assistance.