Mental health is essential to a person’s life in the same way as physical health. Hesitation to talk about mental health adds to the notion that the topic is taboo. It is important to normalize conversations surrounding mental health so people can feel empowered to seek the help they need. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Normalizing these conversations with older adults may be an uncomfortable but it is important. #OlderAmericansMonth #MHAM2024
Many older adults can feel isolated, taking a toll on their mental health. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched new Medicare mental health crisis codes for 65 million Medicare seniors, to ensure they can get the support they need. #MHAM2024 #OlderAmericansMonth
