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Senior Centers: An Rx for Healthy Aging

America’s Health Rankings® has released its 2013 Senior Report, showing which states are healthiest for seniors. The report includes NCOA's call for a greater investment in senior centers to promote health.

Two New Webinars on Healthy Aging

Join experts from our Center for Healthy Aging to discover proven programs that can help seniors with arthritis and chronic conditions live healthier lives.

Senators Rally to Restart OAA Reauthorization

NCOA was on Capitol Hill with Sen. Sanders (I-VT) as he introduced S. 1028, the Older Americans Act Amendments of 2013. NCOA was pleased to endorse the legislation, which includes several of our key priorities.

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.