Aging Well: See All Topics
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
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Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
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We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why equitable aging matters now more than ever.
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Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Aging Well: See All Topics
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
Professional Resources: See All Topics
Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
About Us
About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why equitable aging matters now more than ever.
Get Involved
Help NCOA Make an Impact
Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Diet & Nutrition

Eating well can be a challenge for both caregivers and the loved ones you're supporting. Get information on maintaining healthy eating habits, preventing and identifying malnutrition, and staying hydrated to stay well.

8 Ways to Make Better Food Choices for Older Adults

Apr 11, 2024

Is an older adult you care for making these dietary mistakes? Learn which foods seniors should avoid—and which programs can make a healthy diet more affordable.

10 Tips to Help an Older Adult Eat More Vegetables

Apr 11, 2024

These 10 tips can help you encourage the senior you care for to include fruits and veggies in every meal.

Preventing Malnutrition After a Hospital Stay: 6 Questions to Ask Your Doctor

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Tips for preventing malnutrition after a hospital stay

Best Weight Loss Programs

The best weight loss programs offer a way to help you lose weight along with education and ongoing support to give you tools to make lasting lifestyle changes. NCOA Advisers's Reviews Team, led by dietitians and health experts, researched and enrolled in the most popular options to find the best weight loss program for older adults.

Learn Which Programs Rated Best

Get the Facts on Healthy Aging

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5 Malnutrition Facts You Probably Didn't Know

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The Face of Malnutrition May be More Familiar Than You Think

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Simple Tips for Eating Well

Jun 27, 2024

Seniors & SNAP: 5 Myths Busted

Is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program just for families? Are the benefits even worth applying for? Learn some common myths about SNAP—and get the real facts.

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During NCOA's 2023 Boost Your Budget Week campaign, April 10 to 14, community organizations across the country will help older adults enroll in essential benefits programs.

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