Learn more about how to keep yourself feeling mentally healthy. Find out what is a normal part of aging and what to do if you have concerns.
Older adults are at a higher risk of depression because they often have chronic health conditions. Depression is a treatable condition!
Learn more about depression in older adults and treatment options by visiting Depression and Older Adults by the National Institute on Aging.
This video from the Tallahassee Senior Center talks about ways to nurture mental health.
The Jewish Federations of North America is home to the Center on Aging and Trauma. They have gathered helpful resources on older adults and trauma, including facts and myths about aging with trauma and person-centered, trauma-informed care.
Dementia is a group of conditions that impair one’s thinking, communication, function, and personality. Depending on the level of impairment, someone with dementia may require assistance with daily life activities such as grocery shopping and handling finances to eating and bathing.
The Alzheimer’s Association has created a checklist of early warning signs of dementia. Talk with your primary care provider if you are concerned about memory loss or other difficulties you may be experiencing.
Memory Disorder Clinics are a great resource for being tested for dementia, they also offer support connecting families to resources and helpful education to help individuals manage symptoms of dementia. Use this map to find a Florida Memory Disorder Clinic near you.
The Alzheimer’s Project is a Big Bend dementia care organization. Their Resource Manual provides information about local services provided throughout the Big Bend Area for needs such as home care, Elder Law, and more.
REACH has created a handout on how to respond in a helpful way to those you care for with behavioral symptoms of dementia.
Staying active is an important piece of staying healthy. Learn more about how to maintain mobility and prevent falls so that you can stay active.
COVID-19 has certainly cause concern for everyone. Fortunately, there are local, state, and national resources designed to help older adults with their specific needs. Below are resources grouped by needs to help older adults stay well and stay connected!
You are the most important member of your health care team. Learning ways to talk with your healthcare providers is important to getting the care you want.
