To maintain and protect our health as we age it is important to have access to and utilize all of the preventive health screenings that are available through health care providers.  When planning healthy aging programs or services focused on chronic conditions, there are resources available for HACN partners.  Early detection is important. There is a one time “Welcome to Medicare” physical exam  that includes preventive screenings and you can link to “ Your Guide to Medicare’s Preventive Services" for more information.

Reducing risk factors for chronic conditions and diseases such as physical inactivity, smoking and poor nutrition are also important.  If a chronic disease has already been diagnosed it is important for each older adult to understand and take an active role in the management of the chronic condition. 

HACN Information:

On the Professional Resources page you will find landmark reports, data sources & tools such as evidence-based programs.

The HACN provides resources for the Stanford Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, resources and connections to partners addressing chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, osteoporosis and cancer.

The HACN has a Chronic Disease Self-management Program (CDSMP) Master Trainer's group which meets regularly via the web with their partners offering this program in the aging communities. For more information please contact Ramona Rusinak, RN, PhD

To learn more about ways to help older Arizonans learn how to take better control of their health and manage their chronic diseases go to Arizona Living Well http://www.azlivingwell.com/ .

If you would like to join the HACN please complete the HACN Registry Application.
 
For more information regarding the HACN email Ramona Rusinak, RN, PhD.