On any given weekday at Allies in Aging, the day begins with familiar faces and easy conversation. Volunteers gather as they prepare for their Meals on Wheels routes, lend a hand setting up for congregate lunch, and work alongside staff who share a genuine love for the senior community. There’s laughter, purpose, and a sense of belonging in the room. This camaraderie isn’t accidental, it’s the result of an intentional commitment to community engagement that promotes mental an
By Dawn Leslie, MSW, LCSW, LAC Our mental health is shaped by many things. These include our biology, our thoughts and experiences, our social and environmental factors and our spirituality. As we get older, it becomes even more important to take care of our mental health and find ways to keep it strong. Mental health concerns in older adults are often missed or not treated. This can happen for many reasons. Some older adults worry about losing their independence, think me
