Tips for Aging Healthy
Healthy aging means adopting healthy habits and behaviors, staying involved in your community, using preventive services, managing health conditions, and understanding all your medications can contribute to a productive and meaningful life.
It can be simple. Here are a few tips:
Maintain a consistent level of physical activity by engaging in regular exercise that is tailored to a safe level of daily activity for you and to keep moving.
Modify your home if needed so it is more accessible and free of any hazards that could lead to falls that could result in injuries. This will give you and your family a piece of mind knowing you are safe in your own home.
Connecting with volunteer organizations to provide assistance to help other residents in your local community.
Signing up for Medicare the year before you are eligible. You can then learn about the preventative and screening services available to detect any health problems early when treatment is the most effective.
Seeking guidance from your primary care doctor to manage any health conditions and medications you are taking that are associated with these.
Exploring prescription drug programs that are available through Medicare Part D and learning how to qualify for additional assistance if your income or resources are limited. Keeping up to date on all immunizations including those for COVID-19 and its variants.
Being aware of your mental health status. Mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It is common for older adults to suffer from depression after losing a loved one or suffering from a serious illness. Even if it seems like you have adjusted to these life changes, some people may experience feelings of grief, social isolation, or loneliness. If these feelings persist, they can lead to mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety.
