If you’re looking for programming to offer as part of your senior living community’s wellness initiative or general activities, then you may be interested in a free toolkit from the federal government.
The Brain Health Resource, from three agencies of the Department of Health and Human Services — the Administration for Community Living (which includes the Administration on Aging), the National Institute of Health (which includes the Institute on Aging) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — includes evidence-based information and resources that are designed to educate older adults about what they can do to help keep their brains functioning at their best.
The kit includes a PowerPoint presentation, a guide for the presenter, handouts for use during the presentation, a list of supplementary resources and more. The PowerPoint and handout are available in English and Spanish.
And don’t forget about another health-related resource from the government: the NIA’s Go4Life campaign, which includes a website with resources to help residents — and staff — take care of their bodies through regular exercise and physical activity.
Lois A. Bowers is senior editor of McKnight’s Senior Living. Follow her on Twitter at @Lois_Bowers. Email her at [email protected].
