Healthy Aging: Mental Health Matters at Every Age

Getting older comes with its own set of challenges—some expected, some not so much. But one thing we do know? Mental health matters at every stage of life. That’s why the Kellin Foundation is launching a new initiative focused on Healthy Aging, made possible through a grant from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

The goal is simple: to make it easier for older adults and their families to access the mental health support they need. That means expanding access to evidence-based services for adults aged 60 and up and building community awareness around the unique mental health needs that can come with aging.

Aging can bring added stress: health concerns, caregiving responsibilities, grief, financial pressure, or simply a loss of routine and purpose. It can also increase the risk of loneliness, isolation, and—unfortunately—abuse. But with the right support, these challenges don’t have to define someone’s later years.

Kellin Foundation is working alongside trusted community partners—PACE of the Triad, Shepherd’s Center, High Point University’s Medication Management Program, Well-Spring, and Friends Homes—to bring coordinated services and deeper support to older adults in our community. Together, we’re aiming to reduce stigma, improve access to care, and build a stronger safety net for older adults and their families.

Because everyone deserves to be seen, supported, and cared for—at every age.