International Rural Aging Project

Preliminary Results-Promote the Healthy and Active Aging of Older People in Rural and Remote Areas...
June 15, 2000

U.S.

1. Life-course education and activities promoting self-care
2. Support services for family and community
3. Actions to strengthen social & economic networks, and income-security programs in rural areas
4. Training programs for family and community careers, health professionals and para-professionals, and older people as careers and trainers
5. Activities that utilize the knowledge and experience of older people and incorporate traditions and cultural aspects of rural communities.