Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way but there is “Age My Way”.
Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of OAM. This year’s theme focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose.
While Age My Way will look different for each person, here are common things everyone can consider:
- Planning: Think about what you will need and want in the future, from home and community-based services to community activities that interest you.
- Engagement: Remain involved and contribute to your community through work, volunteer, and/or civic participation opportunities.
- Access: Make home improvements and modifications, use assistive technologies, and customize supports to help you better age in place.
- Connection: Maintain social activities and relationships to combat social isolation and stay connected to your community.
- The SCSEP team is excited to celebrate OAM with our Grantees and partners in the aging community.
Please join your fellow peers in strengthening communities across the nation. Throughout the month of May, share your OAM events and stories with us. Send your stories and other OAM events to SCSEPTechnicalAssistance@dol.gov. For more information, visit the official OAM Web site, and join the conversation using #OlderAmericansMonth.
