Our Impact in the Community
Young at Heart Fitness Classes
Falls among adults aged 65 and older are common, costly, and preventable. One in four adults aged 65 and older report falling each year. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), "Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults." At Healthy Aging Association, we strive to overcome these critical challenges associated with falls that can lead to fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults. By championing proactive prevention, strength, and balance programs, we empower seniors to maintain their independence, mobility, and safety.
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Of the 1,106 participants served in Stanislaus County 803 (or 73%) of them stated were in low and moderate income level areas.
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We are honored to extend our outreach and programs to include local veterans and self-identified members of the disabled community. |
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Making a Difference and Changing Lives
'Go Green for Seniors' Green Bag Program & Nutrition Education
According to the Age Friendly Stanislaus Action Plan, “Food security is the state of having access to enough safe and nutritious food to meet dietary needs. It ensures that people can live an active and healthy life. Food needs to be available, accessible, and affordable.” According to the report, “The Challenges of California’s Aging Population, 16.3% of Californians over age 60 are food insecure, and more than 1 in 5 low-income Californians over age 65 cannot afford to put food on the table.
Healthy Aging Association runs the Green Bag Program to help adults aged 60 and older who have low incomes and face food insecurity. Once a month, the program gives each person a 10-pound bag of fresh fruits and vegetables. Before getting the food, participants learn about healthy eating and ways to utilize the produce they are receiving. This helps older adults get the food they need and learn how to stay healthy.
Healthy Aging Association runs the Green Bag Program to help adults aged 60 and older who have low incomes and face food insecurity. Once a month, the program gives each person a 10-pound bag of fresh fruits and vegetables. Before getting the food, participants learn about healthy eating and ways to utilize the produce they are receiving. This helps older adults get the food they need and learn how to stay healthy.
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Our organization remains dedicated to serving all older adults, with a special pride in welcoming and supporting veterans and individuals living with disabilities. |
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The Difference We Make Nourishing Our Community
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
A Matter of Balance is an evidence-based program that helps older adults reduce their fear of falling and increase physical activity. By teaching participants to view falls as controllable, change their home environments, and build strength, Healthy Aging Association assists to break the cycle of fear, isolation, and physical decline, helping seniors maintain independence.
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Aging in Place - A Fall Prevention Program
The Aging in Place/Dignity At Home Fall Prevention Program provides home assessments, fall prevention education, and injury prevention accessories to qualifying individuals 62 and older who are at risk of falling in Stanislaus County. The Healthy Aging Association schedules a fall hazard assessment in your home by a Certified Aging in Place Specialist and is overseen by an Occupational Therapist. Based on the assessment, Home Safety Services may install injuryprevention accessories.
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