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Department of Aging

Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

Find Services and Supports

Older adults and people with disabilities who need health and wellness services and supports should visit MAP or reach out to their local AAA or Senior Center.

Supporting Health and Wellness Programs for Older Adults and People with Disabilities

The Maryland Department of Aging, local Area Agencies on Aging, and the Maryland Living Well Center of Excellence support health promotion throughout the state through funding and monitoring of a variety of health services including screenings, physical activity, education, medication management, and other services. A key emphasis is placed on evidence-based programs which have been documented, through robust research, to produce improved health outcomes such as:

  • Increased function
  • Reduced falls
  • Better control of chronic disease symptoms​