Module 3: Program Clearinghouse

Rural organizations have developed promising programs designed for healthy aging. This module discusses examples of rural healthy aging programs. Evidence-based and promising healthy aging program models are described in Module 2.

• State of Mississippi
  Project Title: Building Our Largest Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure Public Health Program
  Synopsis: This program addresses Alzheimer's disease and related dementias throughout Mississippi, leveraging rural assets and strategic partnerships to create dementia-friendly communities.
• City of Winnemucca, Nevada
  Project Title: Age-Friendly Community
  Synopsis: This program is working with residents of Winnemucca, Nevada to create an age- and dementia-friendly community, with the goal of obtaining an Age-Friendly Community designation through AARP and the World Health Organization.
• National PACE Association
  Project Title: Rural PACE®
  Synopsis: This is a rural-specific branch of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), designed to provide all medically necessary and long-term services and supports to older adults in the community through the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
• Onion River Exchange
  Project Title: Onion River Exchange Time Bank
  Synopsis: This program uses a Time Bank service exchange network to organize community-based participation to share services as well as providing a place to participate as valued members of the community. This serves the physical and social needs of community members, including older adults aging in place.
• Central Michigan University
  Project Title: Project INCLUDE: Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness
  Synopsis: This program provides sessions for older adults at risk of social isolation and loneliness, sharing strategies for managing feelings and providing support in developing healthy behaviors to reduce risk factors.
• The Family Caregiving Institute
  Project Title: Rural Multisector Plan for Aging
  Synopsis: This program aims to strengthen infrastructure for older adults in rural areas of California, using cross-sector partnerships to address healthcare access, housing, transportation, and other challenges. Advisory committees oversee the development of local plans to address specific community needs.
• Oregon Health & Sciences University
  Project Title: Step It Up!
  Synopsis: This is a rural community-based walking program for adults in Oregon. Led by community volunteers, adults participate in weekly walks with the aim of improving physical activity and social connections.