Comprehensive NM Government site for all things aging. Take a look!

Medical care that reflects an understanding of what it means to grow older is sometimes hard to find outside of geriatric practices. As our bodies age we benefit from more specific care that addresses our current and future needs. The CHRISTUS St. Vincent Center for Healthy Aging provides comprehensive care with an emphasis on issues that directly impact older patients.

The Memory Care Alliance offers education and support to New Mexican familes and individuals affected by a dementia diagnosis. Educational programs, support groups, and more. In-person and virtual opportunities.

A local day program for people living with dementia, Life Circle provides engaging friendships and activities that support the needs of older adults and their families.

The CDC offers data on falls and approaches to prevention, but more to the point is this pdf file on what we can do as individuals to minimize fall risk.

This easy-to-use checklist offers tips for home safety with a focus on fall prevention.

Prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines (OTC), dietary supplements, and even some herbal products can cause side effects that increase your risk of a fall or motor vehicle crash. Use this to identify medicines that put you at risk, potential side effects, and questions to ask your doctor.

The MyMedications List is a way for you to keep track of all prescription medications, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, vitamins, supplements,and herbal products that you are currently taking.
          

The MyMedications Action Plan is a tool you can use with your health care provider (such as a doctor, pharmacist, nurse, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant) to help you identify medications that may increase your risk of a fall or car crash.  

Compassion & Choices Explores the questions that shape comprehensive end of life planning. Download their free guide!

A great variety of resources to help us talk about end of life wishes. Video examples, templates, and much more.

In addition to passing the Elizabeth Whitefield End of Life Options Act that legalized medical aid in dying in 2021, EOLONM offers educational support about all end of life options, as well as educational opportunities about life planning documents.

Dr. Kernisan is a Geriatrician in San Francisco. She is known for her podcast and her website Better Health While Aging that cover subjects related to aging. She also has support groups for people who are caring for aging parents. A favorite.

Documents for healthcare power of attorney, where you name an agent to convey your wishes should you be unable to do so, as well as a Living Will, which is a document that outlines your wishes for end of life care. These are essential documents for all adults; more specific documents, such as New Mexico's MOST (Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment) and DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) may be appropriate for some people, depending on their medical status and personal preferences.