AoA Evidence-based Disease and Disability Prevention Program
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Summary
Funding support to states under the EBDDP program has been provided by AoA to empower older adults to take control of their health. In these programs, seniors learn to maintain a healthy lifestyle through increased self-efficacy and self-management behaviors. Classes are provided to older adults: In their own communities; In familiar non-clinical settings, such as community centers; In peer learning groups which provide support, socialization and reinforcement of positive health behavior changes
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Keywords
Evidence-based Disease and Disability Prevention Program; EBDDP; Physical activity programs; Enhance Fitness; Healthy Moves; Falls management programs; Matter of Balance; Stepping On; Tai Chi; Nutrition Programs; Healthy Eating; Depression and/or Substance Abuse Programs; PEARLS; Healthy IDEAS; Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-Management Programs;
Contact
Administration on Aging
(AoA)
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aoainfo@aoa.hhs.gov
Phone
202-619-0724