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    Health Promotion: Evidence-Based Programs

    Stay Healthy and Active with Programs for Older Californians

    A group of older adults engaged in tai chi exercises in a peaceful park, enhancing their physical and mental well-being.

    If you’re 60 or older, you can take advantage of research-backed health and wellness programs designed to help you stay active, manage chronic conditions, and improve your overall well-being. Funded through the Older Americans Act, evidence-based health promotion programs have been proven through scientific research to be effective in improving health and well-being and reducing disease and injury in older adults.

    A variety of health promotion programs are available across California.

    How To Find Services In My Area

    The California Department of Aging partners with 33 local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) to bring evidence-based health promotion programs to communities throughout the state.

    How to Get Started

    • Find your local AAA by selecting your county on the "Find Services in My County" page of this website.
    • Contact your local AAA to learn about health promotion programs available in your community.
    • Get connected to programs that support healthy lifestyles and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases.

    What Services Are Available

    Health Promotion Programs in California

    Programs are offered in senior centers, community centers, parks, and some are online. AAAs provide a variety of programs that vary by area. Here are some examples of health promotions programs throughout California:

    • Fall Prevention:
      Improve balance, strength, and mobility with classes like A Matter of Balance, Bingocize, and Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention.
    • Support for Caregivers:
      Learn helpful strategies and find support through programs such as Powerful Tools for Caregivers.
    • Managing Chronic Conditions:
      Get expert guidance on managing health issues like diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, high blood pressure, and chronic pain with Chronic Disease Self-Management programs.

    Why Participate?

    This program is designed to:

    • Promote a healthy lifestyle
    • Reduce the risk of developing preventable chronic diseases
    • Reduce the need for more costly medical interventions

    Who Can Get These Services?

    You are eligible if you are:

    • 60 or older
    • Spouse of a participant, regardless of age

    Program Data

    For past and current program data visit the Data and Reports sections of the website.