Foundation Engagement in Healthy Aging Initiatives and Evidence-Based Programs for Older Adults

[摘要] In trying to improve health, particularly for the millions of older Americans with chronic conditions, many researchers focus solely on improving the professional health care system. Better medications, care protocols, and other clinical interventions are important, but much of chronic care takes place away from the clinic or hospital and in one’s home or community (1). Evidence-based health promotion programs (EBP) are an important way by which community agencies and health professionals can work together to offer older adults and their families proven ways to take control of their health and live the lives they want (2).

[学科分类] 卫生学

[关键词] evidence-based health programs;chronic disease self-management;older adults;public health and aging;Foundations;healthy aging initiatives;community health partnerships;fall prevention programs