Concerned that we are turning a blind eye to the mental health struggles seniors experience?
You're not alone
Turns out, over half of seniors with mental health conditions go untreated
So why not help seniors warm up to therapy?
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Therapize For America. A volunteer program connecting young therapists with seniors to provide mental health support, combat stigma, and bridge generational gaps.
Key Aspects Of Therapize For America
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Therapists partner with retirement communities and other organizations serving seniors
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Engaging activities destigmatize mental health among seniors
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All therapists undergo specialized training in elder-care mental well-being
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Subject: Therapize for America - Redefining Senior Mental Health
To Be Released ON: December 8, 2027
CMS Announces the Therapize For America Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announces today the beginning of the Therapize For America program.
This new program connects young mental health professionals with senior communities, fostering intergenerational bonds while addressing the critical need for accessible mental health support among older adults.
"This program is tackling two critical issues simultaneously: the mental health crisis among our aging population and the need for specialized training in geriatric care for our next generation of therapists," said the CMS representative. "Therapize for America isn't just about providing mental health support; it's about bridging generations and fostering a society where every senior feels valued and understood."
Learn more about this program online or at your local retirement community.
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Questions About THErapize For America
Could this program transform how we approach mental health care for seniors? Or inspire a new generation of therapists? Or perhaps reshape how society views aging and mental health?
(1) Cameron, Kathleen. “Why We Must Address the Rising Mental Health Needs of Our Growing Older Adult Population” National Council on Aging, (May 10, 2023) https://www.ncoa.org/article/why-we-must-address-the-rising-mental-health-needs-of-our-growing-older-adult-population/.
