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If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed or struggling with depression, help is available.
Visit the National Institute of Mental Health’s Older Adults and Mental Health page or call 988 to speak with someone any time, day or night.
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celebrate healthy aging month
Take a moment to focus on what healthy aging means to you. Whether you're making time for checkups, setting new goals, or simply finding your own rhythm, Healthy Aging Month is a reminder that growing older can be a time of strength, clarity, and choice.
Below, you’ll find resources to support your well-being and help you stay informed.
national institute on aging
- Order free National Institute on Aging publications on healthy aging, Alzheimer’s, and more. There is a great deal of information on health topics, including high blood pressure, brain health, and diet and exercise.
- The National Eye Institute has a library of hundreds of materials about eye diseases and conditions. They’re not copyrighted, so you can download, print, and share them freely.
centers for disease control and prevention
- Maintaining a lifestyle with healthy behaviors and managing chronic conditions can help you to be healthy and independent for as long as possible. Read about Healthy Aging at Any Age.
- Depression is not just having “the blues” or the emotions we feel when grieving the loss of a loved one. It is a true medical condition that is treatable. Read more about depression: Depression isn’t a normal part of getting older.
u.s. department of health and human services
- Adopting healthy habits, being involved in your community, using preventive services, managing health conditions, and understanding all your medications can contribute to healthy aging.
- Visit for health and wellness tips for older adults and caregivers.
