NCOA promotes proven programs than can help older Americans remain healthy and vital.

Through its Center for Healthy Aging, NCOA is working to identify, translate and disseminate evidence to communities nationwide on what works in areas such as chronic disease self management, falls prevention, physical activity, mental, and healthy eating.

NCOA also implements health education campaigns, collaborating with government, the non-profit and private sectors to help improve healthy behavior among older adults.

NCOA recently conducted a national study of self-care practices among adults with chronic conditions, and released the results at the NCOA/ASA national conference in Las Vegas on March 18, 2009.  The survey, titled Re-Forming Health Care: Americans Speak Out about Chronic Conditions and the Pursuit of Healthier Lives, was conducted with support from the Atlantic Philanthropies and the California HealthCare Foundation. 

See the results presentations below (PowerPoint files).

• Presentation by Nancy Whitelaw, Center for Healthy Aging
• Summary of Key Findings by Michael Perry, Lake Research Partners
• Gaps in the System: Californians Struggle with Caring for their Chronic Conditions by Veenu Aulakh, California HealthCare Foundation

Professionals:

• Find NCOA programs that improve seniors' health.
• Meet special-interest groups in NCOA that support healthy aging.

Seniors:

• Learn about the Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage and other benefits programs that can save you money.
• See NCOA's Connect the Dots: Diabetes and Your Heart - How Medicare Helps campaign to learn about the link between diabetes and high blood pressure.
• See our health tips.
• Read health, lifestyle, and financial tips in our newsletter archives.