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CDSME Resources

Explore Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) resources and evidence-based programs that help older adults and adults with disabilities manage chronic conditions and improve their health and well-being.
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Physical therapy, proven to help older adults recover from injuries and help manage chronic conditions, is also a great wellness tool.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Programs

Fidelity Monitoring

Following fidelity when implementing evidence-based chronic disease self-management education programs brings beneficial outcomes for participating older adults. Use this fidelity reference hub to learn more about the Evidence-Based Programs approved by the Administration for Community Living (ACL).

The Healthy Aging Programs Integrated Database

Learn more about the Healthy Aging Program Integrated Database (HAPID®), a one-stop shop for all grantees and database users to enter workshop data and track performance for both falls prevention and CDSME evidence-based programs.  

Find an Evidence-Based Program

Health Promotion

Evidence-based programs offer proven ways to promote health and prevent disease among older adults. Find one that meets the needs of your community. 

Apply to Become an Evidence-Based Program

Learn more about how new programs can be approved for use with ACL funding by completing the 2-stage evidence-based program review process. 

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