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About NCOA

The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is working to create 100 million happier, healthier birthdays by 2040. Our strategy is simple: empower people, strengthen communities, and drive lasting change. Together with thousands of national and local partners, we provide the resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy needed to help everyone age with health, independence, and financial security.

Who We Are

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We are creating the conditions for all to age well today and into the future.
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75+ Years of Impact in the Making

It started with a simple but powerful idea: Older adults should have the resources to live at home and contribute to their communities as long as possible. For more than 75 years, NCOA has turned that idea into reality for millions of Americans.
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Ollie Randall, an NCOA founder and leader in the field of aging, is holding an award for her singular and outstanding contributions toward advancing the cause of aging.

The Impact We've Made

Our strategy is simple: keep ourselves accountable by measuring our impact; advance proven solutions that impact the lives of older adults; and scale our work through critical legislative measures, partnering with organizations that share our mission.
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Why NCOA Matters

After a lifetime of working hard, raising the next generation, and contributing to our economy and community, we owe it to ourselves to ensure every older adult has the opportunity to age well.
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Our Roadmap to Aging Well for All

NCOA’s Public Policy Positions are grounded in the belief that on-the-ground service informs advocacy. They amplify the voices of those who are often invisible and unheard.
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A large, diverse group of people is gathered on the steps of the Capitol building, all wearing matching teal shirts with the slogan "Aging Well is my RIGHT." They are part of the Age+Action 2024 Conference Hill Day event organized by NCOA. The participants are smiling, cheering, and raising their hands in solidarity, holding a banner that reads "Aging Well for All." The Capitol dome is prominently visible in the background, signifying the advocacy and unity of the group in promoting the rights and well-being of older adults.

Working Transparently and Effectively

NCOA partners with nonprofit organizations, government, and business to provide innovative community programs and services, online help, and advocacy. We provide a yearly update on the organization's mission, governance, management, and programs.
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Modernize the Older Americans Act to Meet the Needs of Today's Older Adults

Aging Is Living

Every story about aging helps change the conversation. Share your journey—your joys, challenges, and everything in between—and tell us why you choose to support NCOA. Your voice helps show that aging is about growth, connection, and possibility.
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Everyone deserves to age well. Learn about NCOA's work, the people we serve, and the importance of equitable aging.

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