A Vision for the Future: Food Assistance for Senior Adults in Kansas
What’s their secret???
Fear of losing our mental and emotional stability as we age is universal. However, many people maintain
their ability to think clearly and their cognitive vitality until the end of life. What is their secret?
The blessing of good genes is partly the reason, but a healthy lifestyle is also extremely important.
There are many lifestyle choices that each of us can make to help ensure a long-lasting high quality of life.
The Kansas Food Assistance Program
can help older Kansans in need enjoy a long,
healthy life.
If you are concerned that someone you know
does not have enough grocery money, please
tell them about the program.
Help is available for those
who qualify. Please call
888-369-4777 toll free
for more information.
Eat a well-balanced diet
Stay physically active
Be a lifelong learner
Be socially engaged
Use medicines safely
Seek treatment for your pain
Manage health conditions
Strive for satisfying sleep
Relieve stress
Seek professional help,
when needed
Good Thinking!
A special kind of fat in the
diet, called omega-3fats,
may improve mood and
prevent or relieve depression.
Fish that live in cold water, such as salmon or
tuna, contain omega-3 fats. Omega-3s are found
in other foods, too, including walnuts, canola oil,
flax and green leafy vegetables.
To get enough dietary omega-3 fats, eat 2 to 3
servings each week of fish (such as salmon, tuna,
lake trout, and mackerel) or consume a small
handful of walnuts or 1 tablespoon of canola oil or
flax every day.
For information about food assistance for senior adults, please call the Kansas SRS Service Center 888-369-4777.
Brought to you in partnership with K-State Research & Extension.