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Aging in the Community
"Aging-friendly" communities provide affordable, accessible housing, multiple modes of transportation, access to community services, and opportunities for engagement for all residents, regardless of age or ability.
Behavioral Health
The term "behavioral health" means the promotion of mental health, resilience, and well-being; the treatment of mental and substance use disorders; and the support of those who experience and/or are in recovery from these conditions, along with their families and communities.
Early Childhood
Critical prevention and early intervention strategies to improve maternal and child health outcomes, developmental goals for young children and supports for families.
Health
Health is an aspect interwoven with all other aspects of life, everyday life, working life, family life, and community life.
Housing
Housing generally refers to the community's effort to ensure that members of society have a home to live in that is safe, affordable, and healthy.
Poverty and Economic Support
Poverty is a state or condition in which a person or community lacks the financial resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living.
School-Age Programs and Support
Whole-child and family approaches to closing the educational opportunity gap for students during and after school time.
Workforce Development
Education, employment, and job-training efforts designed to help employers get a skilled workforce while helping individuals succeed in the workplace.