"Simple Exercises for Seniors"
“In some ways, exercising as a senior is more important than in any other time in your life.” For more information, click here.
Depression and Suicide in Older Adults Resource Guide
This resource guide, published on the American Psychological Association's website, lists journal articles, books, and book chapters pertaining to depression and suicide in older adults.
http://www.apa.org/pi/aging/resources/guides/depression.aspx
Talking with Your Doctor: A Guide for Older People
A booklet developed by the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, "to help older people communicate successfully with their doctors."
http://www.nia.nih.gov/sites/default/files/TWYD_0521_web.pdf
Older Adult Resources from the ADS Center
SAMHSA's Resource Center to Promote Acceptance, Dignity, and Social Inclusion Associated with Mental Health (ADS Center) resources for older adults.
http://promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/audience/adults/brochures.aspx
Geriatric Mental Health Foundation
"The Geriatric Mental Health Foundation was established by the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry to raise awareness of psychiatric and mental health disorders affecting the elderly, eliminate the stigma of mental illness and treatment, promote healthy aging strategies, and increase access to quality mental health care for the elderly. Explore our site for mental health information for older adults and their families, to find a geriatric psychiatrist, for news of Foundation programs and events, and much more."
SAMHSA: Older Adult Web Resources and Publications
NIMH: Older Adults and Mental Health
Information on older adults from the National Institute of Mental Health. Includes publications, latest research, and links to further information.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/older-adults-and-mental-health/index.shtml