A 2005 Center for Disease Control report states that disease and disability are not inevitable consequences of aging.  The use of preventive services, elimination of risk factors, and adoption of healthy lifestyle behaviors are major determinants of how well people age.  Participating in mentally and physically stimulating activities is helpful in staying more vital and healthy. You have the ability to change and enrich your life by the choices you make. Having a plan for fulfillment in all aspects of life - including health, legal, financial, social, emotional, and spiritual - is essential for living better.  You can make a difference in your own aging (and that of loved ones) by Taking Charge and planning ahead.

What You Can Do?

• Understand the Issues
• Define your Goals
• Develop a Plan
• Know your Resources
• Take Action!

It is up to you to Take Charge of your life.  No one can make a change or decision before they are ready. What you can do to help yourself is be informed and get more information. Talk to your doctor and ask questions.  Get advice from professionals and from involved family members. Be your own advocate and speak up for yourself and for what you want. Explore options for healthy lifestyle changes. Assess your readiness to change.  Activate yourself by setting a reasonable goal and taking the first step.

How Do You Motivate Yourself to Change?

If you don't take care of your health someone else will!

Understanding the issues and decisions that need to be made is the first step in affecting a change. There are opportunities to remain active and involved, and to take steps that decrease health risks and improve functioning.  Practical information, helpful tips, and educational and personal resources are provided to assist you in taking action and making informed decisions and behavioral changes.

Take Action.  Request information at no charge by completing the Take Charge Request Form on this website on the Free Information page or call 713-558-6391.

Small changes can result in great gains!

• Empowerment (you can do it)
• Increased self confidence (result of sticking to a goal)
• Better fitness and health
• Staying independent
• Two are better than one...ask a friend to join you as you make a positive change
  
   

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