Successful Aging Initiative
The Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County is committed to the older adults in our community. MHA collaborating with several community partners to assess the mental health needs of older adults and provide the necessary support and resources so they can remain independent and connected to the community. Resources are available to educate the community about the needs of older adults and recommendations for improving the community using the many assets of our older population.
Learn more about how the Mental Health Association is actively engaged in meeting the needs of older adults.
Older Adults and Aging Resources
Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County Online Resource Center
http://www.mhapbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=pages.ResourceLibraryAging
Alzheimer’s Association
Web Site: www.alz.org
Phone: 1-800-272-3900
Site contains information on the disease and helpful materials for caregivers.
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
Web Site: www.aagpgpa.org
News, facts, tools and expert information for adults coping with mental health issues & aging.
Eldercare Locator
www.eldercare.gov
800.677.1116
A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging, Dept. of Health and Human Services. Tool for finding local agencies, in every U.S. community, that can help older persons and their families access home and community-based services like transportation, meals, home care, and caregiver support services.
Elderweb
www.elderweb.com
The site is designed for both professionals and family members looking for information on eldercare and long term care, and includes links to information on legal, financial, medical, and housing issues, as well as policy, research, and statistics.
Generation Connection: Building Community through Civic Engagement Community Assessment Report
Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, April 2009
National Council on the Aging
www.ncoa.org
The National Council on the Aging is an association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well being, and contributions of older persons. The Senior’s Corner section of the site contains health related resources and tips.