Idahoans are inspired to choose lifestyles that promote health and well-being.
Staying healthy as we age is about more than managing medical conditions. It includes making healthy choices, staying active, eating nutritious foods, preventing falls and injuries, maintaining connections with others, and having the information and support we need to live well.
Small steps can make a big difference in maintaining independence and quality of life. Consider your own health and well-being, or that of a family member or caregiver:
- Am I staying physically active and working on my strength, balance, and flexibility?
- Am I eating nutritious meals and getting the support I need to maintain a healthy diet?
- Am I managing chronic conditions, pain, or other health concerns?
- Am I taking steps to prevent falls and injuries?
- Is my home safe and supportive of my ability to live independently?
- Do I have opportunities to connect with others and stay socially engaged?
- Do I know where to find reliable information and resources to support my health?
Find Support for Staying Healthy
Whether you are looking for ways to stay active, eat well, prevent falls, manage a health condition, or connect with others, resources are available to help you live your healthiest life.
Explore the services and supports below to find programs and resources that can help you stay healthy, stay connected, and maintain your independence.
Nutritious meals are available through the Congregate Nutrition Program for eligible individuals age 60 and older and, in some circumstances, their caregivers, and spouses. Meals are served at nutrition sites, senior centers, and other community settings.
Congregate meal programs offer more than nutritious food. They provide opportunities for social connection, information about healthy aging, and meaningful volunteer activities – all of which contribute to overall health, well-being, and independence.
Good nutrition is an important part of staying healthy and maintaining independence as we age.
Learn more about malnutrition, recognize the signs, and find resources to support healthy eating and well-being. Explore these resources alongside local congregate meal programs to help ensure older Idahoans have the nutrition and support they need to thrive.
Disease Prevention and Health Promotion programs provide education, activities, screenings, and resources that can help prevent or reduce the effects of chronic conditions, falls, and other health risks. Services may include evidence-based health education classes, fall-risk and traumatic brain injury screenings, physical fitness programs focused on strength, balance, and flexibility, home safety checks, and referrals to other preventive health resources.
Falls are preventable, and taking steps to reduce your risk can help you stay active, independent, and safe. The Falls Prevention Coalition of Idaho provides education, resources, and connections to programs that help Idahoans prevent falls and fall-related injuries.
Learn how to reduce your risk and stay on your feet.