Supporting the Mental Health of Aging Loved Ones During the Holidays, Part 2 - Ep 4.49 - MetroFamily Magazine
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Supporting the Mental Health of Aging Loved Ones During the Holidays, Part 2 – Ep 4.49

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The holidays can be a joyful time, but they can also exacerbate depression and anxiety, especially for our aging loved ones. Commissioner of the Oklahoma State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Carrie Slatton-Hodges and director of the Oklahoma Mental Health & Aging Coalition Karen Orsi share tips on signs to look for, how to include aging relatives in the holidays in meaningful ways and how the 988 Mental Health Lifeline can be an important resources for those loved ones and caregivers both.

 

Watch time: 32 minutes

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