This program is for adults who are 65 years old and older but can be modified for adults who are 50 years old and older.

The 10 Keys™ to Healthy Aging program is designed to promote good health and positive well-being in older adults.

This program was evaluated in a pre-test/post-test study with follow-ups at 12 and 24 months. Results at 12 months indicated that there were significant improvements in control of systolic blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels and increases in pneumonia vaccinations and bone density screenings. However, there were significant decreases in flu vaccinations and the number of individuals who were able to rise from a chair. At 24 months, there were significant improvements in control of systolic blood pressures and LDL cholesterol and increases in the number of colonoscopy and bone density tests. However, there were significant decreases in the number of flu vaccinations.

This program encourages older adults to work with their doctors and play an active role in their health. The main elements in the 10 Keys to Healthy Aging program include discussions lead by Certified Health Ambassadors on the following topics:

• Lower systolic blood pressure (<120 mmHg);
• Stop smoking;
• Participate in recommended cancer screenings;
• Get immunized regularly;
• Regulate blood glucose (<100 gm/dL);
• Lower LDL cholesterol (<100 mg/dL);
• Be physically active for a minimum of 2 1/2 hours per week;
• Maintain healthy bones, joints, and muscles;
• Stay connected with friends, family, and community; and
• Seek help and treatment for depression.

A Resource Guide, given to participants, contains information for key topics, space to record personal goals and action steps, take-home assignments, and a list of answers to frequently asked questions.

The 10 Keys to Healthy Aging program was developed in 2001 by the Center for Aging and Population Health at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health. The program is implemented in various sites in and around Allegheny County, Pennsylvania; however, further previous use information was unavailable.

Information on training was not located. Please use details in the Contact section to learn more.

Considerations for implementing this program include recruiting facilitators and ensuring they complete training, acquiring participant buy-in, and finding space to hold classes.

The Clearinghouse can help address these considerations. Please call 1-877-382-9185 or email Clearinghouse@psu.edu

If you are interested in implementing 10 Keys to Healthy Aging, the Clearinghouse is interested in helping you!
Please call 1-877-382-9185 or email Clearinghouse@psu.edu

Typically, the program is implemented in ten 45- to 60-minute sessions.  However, implementation time can vary by site.

The Resource Guide and Instructors Manual are available online for free. Please visit https://www12.edc.gsph.pitt.edu/CHA_OAEP/documents/ResourceGuide_062911.pdf and https://www12.edc.gsph.pitt.edu/CHA_OAEP/Documents/InstructorManual2016.pdf

To move 10 Keys to Healthy Aging to the Promising category on the Clearinghouse Continuum of Evidence, at least one evaluation with a control group should be performed demonstrating consistent, positive effects lasting at least one year from the beginning of the program or at least six months from program completion.

The Clearinghouse can help you develop an evaluation plan to ensure the program components are meeting your goals. Please call 1-877-382-9185 or email Clearinghouse@psu.edu

Contact the Clearinghouse with any questions regarding this program.
Phone: 1-877-382-9185 Email: Clearinghouse@psu.edu

You may also contact Megan Craley by phone 1-717-855-0437 or visit https://yorkcountypa.gov/182/10-Keys-to-Healthy-Aging

https://yorkcountypa.gov/182/10-Keys-to-Healthy-Aging and https://www12.edc.gsph.pitt.edu/CHA_OAEP/documents/ResourceGuide_062911.pdf

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