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The Guide is for leaders who work with older adults living independently in the community.

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Who is the Guide for?

Active Independent Aging was developed for anyone who works with older adults and veterans who live independently in the community. The Guide is particularly useful for leaders of organizations that plan, or are considering planning, programs. People such as:

  • Recreation and leisure leaders
  • Committee chairs or leaders in legions, churches, or cultural groups
  • Staff or volunteers who provide home support to older adults living in the community
  • Public health staff

Please note that the information in the Guide is NOT intended for frail older adults.* For those who are interested in this topic, some resources for frail older adults are listed in Resources.

*A person who is frail is physically weak and is unable to easily or consistently perform daily functions without assistance due to disease or prolonged inactivity. Frailty refers to a broad range of conditions. It includes the early stages of frailty when people first start to experience losses in movement and function, as well as very frail people who find movement very difficult and have major difficulties with activities of daily living. People who are frail can gain strength and ability for daily functions, but they require specific guidance that is beyond the scope of this Guide.
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