Successful Aging

Social Engagement

One of the keys to successful aging is engagement in with other people.

High Physical and Cognitive Activities

Involvement in activities that require physical and mental adroitness leads to successful agingl

Aging in Place

Aging in Place is one of the initiatives of the New River Valley Community Foundation and their work is highlighted at https://nrvaoa.org/.

The aging in place team also has produced a workshop to help plan for contingencies associated with aging. The workshop also includes five videos, one each for the five areas of concern: http://nrvaoa.org/aging-in-place/.

The Aging in Place workbook is an excellent tool for making plan for successful aging.

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Common Concerns of Aging Seniors

The link below leads to resources and information about certain common issues in aging,See below for other links to helpful information.

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Successful Aging Definitions and Components

https://www.concordiaseniorliving.com/blog/3-key-components-of-successful-aging/

https://www.activebeat.com/your-health/the-three-components-of-successful-aging/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29569568/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/successful-aging

https://www.joincake.com/blog/successful-aging/

See this page for helpful hints for planning senior events:

https://www.madisontrust.com/client-resources/articles/the-ultimate-resource-guide-for-seniors-and-their-families/

See this helpful page about senior budgeting (recommended by Amanda in Bar Harbor, Maine):

https://couponfollow.com/research/seniors-guide-to-budgeting-and-couponing

Common Issues for Seniors

AARP Blacksburg Chapter is committed to enabling members to age successfully.

Successful aging is multidimensional, encompassing the avoidance of disease and disability, the maintenance of high physical and cognitive function, and sustained engagement in social and productive activities.

Ideas, concepts, and opportunities are highlighted on this page.

These sites also provide helpful information about common concerns for seniors:

The Most Common In-Home Injuries for Seniors and How to Prevent Them

How to Reduce Hoarding and Clutter to Prevent Falls

How to Remodel for Accessibility

How to Make & Pay for Home Modifications to Enable Aging in Place

Top 7 Garage Safety Hazards that You Shouldn’t Be Ignoring

Making Aging in Place Easier with Digital Health Technology

AARP BLACKSBURG

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Successful Aging Definitions and Components

See this page for helpful hints for planning senior events:

See this helpful page about senior budgeting (recommended by Amanda in Bar Harbor, Maine):

Common Issues for Seniors