Rural Healthy Aging® Links
- Active Options (www.activeoptions.org)
A comprehensive search engine of physical activity programs for older adults in WV. The site provides search from programs by zipcode, driving directions and information on specific types of physical activity programs.
- Center for Healthy Aging
The Center for Healthy Aging serves as a resource center
for Administration on Aging Evidence Based Disease Prevention Grants Program
grantees, as well as the Aging Services network and others.
- CDC Health Information for Older Adults
A collaborative project initiated by the CDC, AARP, and the American Medical Association to highlight data and opportunities for developing clinical preventive services among adults aged 50 to 64 years in the United States.
- The Healthy Aging® Campaign
A national ongoing health
promotion designed to broaden awareness of the positive aspects of aging and
to provide information and inspiration for adults, age 50+, to improve their
physical, mental, social, and financial fitness.
-
WVSeniors.org - Health Information Links
Online information for West Virginia's Seniors.
- WVCaregivers.org
An online resource for West Virginia's Caregivers.
- International Council on Active Aging (ICAA)
The International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) serves as a resource for professionals in the field of aging. The ICAA aims to change the society's perceptions of aging and works to improve the quality of life for older adults.
- The Living to 100 Life Expectancy
Calculator (www.livingto100.com)
Take this quiz to find out how long you will live. You'll also get a full dose
of health and nutrition advice based on your answers to the questions.
Affiliated with the not-for-profit Alliance for Aging
Research.
- West Virginia on the Move (WVOnTheMove.net)
A statewide
initiative to promote active living and healthy eating in order to stop weight
gain and the many health complications that result from being overweight.
- International Council on Active
Aging Fitness Facility Checklist
A comprehensive checklist to help you compare and rate your local facilities
and choose one that meets your needs.
