September is Healthy Aging Month-What does healthy aging look like?
EXCERPTED FROM UOFM EXTENSION WITH RELATED RESOURCES
Healthy aging is the continuous process of making lifestyle adaptations to keep you healthy and comfortable throughout your life. Some ways to optimize your wellbeing as you age include:
Prioritize a balanced diet
Choose foods high in vitamins, minerals and fiber, and drink an adequate amount of water to stay hydrated.
Sep 28, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Sep 28, 1 - 2 p.m.
Sep 29, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Consider Meals on Wheels for a healthy balanced diet
Call our central enrollment at 651-318-9091 or https://meals-on-wheels.com/get-meals/
Move your body regularly
Finding movement and exercise you enjoy can help prevent chronic illnesses, enhance balance and endurance and decrease the likelihood of falls.
Sep 29, 1 - 2 p.m.
Sep 30, 1 - 2 p.m.
Prevent financial exploitation
Financial exploitation is one of six types of elder abuse impacting approximately 1 in 15 older adults and their families. Taking steps to protect your identity and assets before your risk factors increase will help prevent you from being exploited by family members.
Sep 30, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Nurture relationships
Cultivating social connections can bolster independence and overall wellbeing. Social isolation is a huge issue for older adults and increases the risk of depression.
Sep 23, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Do you need someone to talk to? Call Coffee Talk
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 am – 12 noon
Call 612-746-0728. Free for adults 62+
Friends & Co is excited to share a new explainer video for Coffee Talk, a free phone program from Friends & Co. Video explaining the program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDvNP_fZjJUExplainer
Home Matching Service
The new LSS Home Matching Service pairs homeowners, aged 55 or older, with home seekers, aged 18 or older, through a trusted, in-depth matching and onboarding process.
These pairs share a home, build friendship and create mutually supportive living arrangements.
Plan for inheritance and property transfer issues
All families have belongings that hold sentimental and emotional importance but little monetary value. These possessions are often not included in a person’s will, which leaves the surviving family responsible for making difficult decisions about “who gets what” after their relative has passed. Making an inheritance and property transfer plan gives you peace of mind and reduces uncertainty for your loved ones.
Create a healthcare directive
Advance care planning helps you and your loved ones prepare for future decisions about your medical care in the event you become seriously ill or unable to communicate your wishes.
It Always Seems Too Soon Until It's Too Late: Advance Care Planning 101
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Ramsey County Library - Roseville
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