May is both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to recognize the resilience, wisdom, and unique needs of older adults in our communities, while also shining a light on the importance of mental well-being for all.

At JAMLAC, we believe that every individual—regardless of age—deserves to live with dignity, safety, and access to justice. Through our Older Adult Legal Program, we provide specialized support to older adults facing legal challenges, especially those who have experienced domestic violence or abuse. Many older adults carry untold stories of trauma, often suffering in silence due to generational stigma or isolation. Our team works to break that silence with compassion, cultural sensitivity, and legal advocacy that empowers.

We understand that mental health and legal justice are deeply connected. Survivors of violence—especially those in later stages of life—deserve not only legal protection but a path toward healing. That’s why our programs are designed to meet people where they are, offering trauma-informed care and support systems that promote long-term wellness.

This month and every month, we honor the courage of older adults in our community and renew our commitment to walk with them—with dignity, with compassion, and with justice.

Get help: Mental health, drugs, or alcohol

If you or someone you know is living with a mental health or substance use condition, there is help. The Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) oversees Colorado’s public mental health system. BHA works with service providers around the state to offer support. 

https://jamlac.org/honoring-older-americans-prioritizing-mental-health-with-dignity/