“aging unbound” promotes independence while aging

Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time for us to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of older Americans, highlight important trends, and strengthen our commitment to honoring our older citizens.

This year’s theme, Aging Unbound, offers an opportunity to explore a wide range of aging experiences and to promote the importance of enjoying independence and fulfillment by paving our own paths as we age.

This May, we are recognizing the 60th anniversary of OAM and we are challenging the narrative on aging.

Here are some ways you can participate in and promote, Aging Unbound:

• Embrace the opportunity to change. Find a new passion, go on an adventure, and push boundaries by not letting age define your limits. Invite creativity and purpose into your life by trying new activities in your community and neighborhood to bring in more growth, joy, and energy!

• Explore the rewards of growing older. With age comes knowledge, which provides insight and confidence to understand and experience the world more deeply. Continue to grow that knowledge through reading, listening, classes, and creative activities.

• Stay engaged in your community. Everyone benefits when everyone is connected and involved. Stay active by volunteering, working, mentoring, participating in social clubs, and taking part in activities at your local senior center or elsewhere in the community.

• Form relationships. As an essential ingredient of well-being, relationships can enhance your quality of life by introducing new ideas and unique perspectives. Invest time with people to discover deeper connections with family, friends, and community members.

At Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud, we understand the importance of staying connected and engaged. Throughout the month of May, and beyond, we are going to be placing a larger focus on the important social connections that our daily meal deliveries also provide for the most vulnerable in our community.

we want to hear from you

Do you have anything you can add to our “Aging Unbound” celebrations?

Comment below and on our Aging Unbound social media posts to share your wisdom, tips, and stories on what connections are important to you. Stories are a great way to learn about and engage with others!

For more information about Older Americans Month or the Administration for Community Living, visit the official OAM website, follow ACL on Twitter and Facebook, and join the conversation using #OlderAmericansMonth.