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Having a chronic condition can make life a challenge. Our tools offer hope. Robert hosted a workshop in his garage, where he and his neighbors learned to eat well and manage their medicine.

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Offer Better Choices, Better Health® in Your Community

We're seeking organizations to help implement Better Choices, Better Health®, the online version of Stanford’s Chronic Disease Self-Management Program.

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CDSMP Funding Cut in Prevention & Public Health Fund

NCOA and aging advocates are deeply disappointed that FY13 Prevention & Public Health Fund allocations for the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) were cut from $10 million to $7.1 million, and funding for elder falls prevention was not included. We're urging $10 million for each program in FY14.

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Diabetes Prevention at Your Local YMCA

NCOA is partnering with the YMCA to promote a program that helps those at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

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Why Managing your Medicine Matters

Older adults often face a double whammy when it comes to medicine. They’re more likely to use medications than younger people, but they’re also more likely to experience harmful side effects. It’s important to manage medicine wisely to stay healthy and safe. Here are 6 tips to keep in mind.

Why Senior Centers Should Care about Chronic Health

Nearly three quarters of older adults are coping with at least two chronic conditions. How can senior centers help? One way is to offer evidence-based programs that empower seniors to improve their health.

Congress Fails to Stop Sequester

Despite a record-setting number of emails generated during NCOA’s Virtual Advocacy Days, the sequester took effect on March 1. What does it mean for senior programs?