Handbook of Integrating Food and Nutrition Services into Choices for Independence
The U.S. Administration on Aging's Choices for Independence helps provide older persons and their families with the tools they need to live longer and healthier lives. The program addresses the health and long-term care needs of current and future generations by providing innovative, cost-effective choices for accessible home and community-based services and support.
Toolkit for Older Adults
Section 334 (A) of the Older Americans Act (OAA) requires that meals comply with the most recent Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs), published by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Secretary of Agriculture. The Administration on Aging (AoA) worked with the HHS Office for Disease prevention and Health Promotion (ODPGP) to develop the toolkit for the public, non-nutrition professionals, and educators.
The DGAs, first released in 1980 and revised in 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, and 2005, are based on the latest scientific information and provide advice for people two years and older about how diet and physical activity choices can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic diseases.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005
Getting older. Living healthier. Feeling better. (PDF)
Nutrition Providers Guide Part I (PDF)
Nutrition Providers Guide Part II (PDF)
Older Adult Health Fact Sheets (PDF)
Get the Most Nutrition Out of Your Calories
Eat Plenty of Fruits and Vegetables
Find Your Balance Between Food and Physical Activity
Just Move It: It's Up to You!
Just Move It is a national campaign to promote physical activity for American Indians and Alaska Natives.
