We deliver the resources, tools, best practices and advocacy our nation needs to ensure that every person can age with health and financial security. #WeAgeWell
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Our 2025 Annual Report highlights how our work is driving meaningful change for older adults and communities across the country. See the progress, the accomplishments, and what comes next! ⬇️
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It's #Medicare #OpenEnrollment, and while you can compare and change plans, it's also a time where private insurers may intentionally or unintentionally mislead you.
Learn what they can (and can't) say and how to report #Medicare #Fraud or #Abuse 👇
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Falls aren’t a normal part of #Aging—but many #OlderAdults don’t realize it. As part of #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek, NCOA and @CDCFound are launching a new and improved Falls Free CheckUp. Join us next month as we raise awareness about #FallsPrevention.
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👋Has your #SeniorCenter or #Community organization applied for funding to help promote #COVID and #Flu vaccines yet? Here’s what you need to know: ⤵️
✅ 250 grants of $50,000-$500,000 will be awarded.
✅ Apps will be accepted while funds are available.
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Elder #abuse is a silent problem that robs #seniors of their dignity, security, and—in some cases—costs them their lives. Know what to look for and how to stop it. buff.ly/2uvU0HW #aging
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Falls aren’t a normal part of #Aging. Help #OlderAdults assess their risk by sharing
our Falls Free CheckUp, generously funded by @CDCFound. ✔️
#FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek #FPAW2022 #FallsPrevention
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It’s #OlderWorkersWeek, and NCOA is here to connect #OlderAdults with the resources they need to land a new position or return to the #Workforce after a break. #ExperienceMatters #NEOWW #EmploymentIsAgeless bit.ly/3CT63QV
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NCOA supports #WHConfHungerHealth commitment to expanding access to the #SupplementalNutritionAssistanceProgram. Among #OlderAdults that need this help, participation in SNAP is alarmingly low. In fact, only 48% who qualify for SNAP receive benefits.
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Today is #SeniorCitizensDay, which we'd prefer to call #AgingWellDay. #AgingWell starts by smashing #Stereotypes about what #Aging is about. Whether it's enjoying family 🍉 , skydiving 🛫, or biking cross-country 🚵♀️, we want to know how you celebrate aging. Tell us with a reply!
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We are excited to announce Ramsey Alwin will be our CEO effective Aug. 31. An experienced public policy leader with a commitment to addressing issues related to aging, Alwin will lead NCOA to broaden its impact and help older adults age with dignity. bit.ly/2zENSAk
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🎊This month we're celebrating #OlderAmericansMonth with the @ACLgov! This year's theme is #AgeMyWay. Tell us how you're helping an #OlderAdult age in place, or be involved in their community, and then stay tuned for more information and resources this month! #AgeWell
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Thrilled to see advocacy pay off. The Dignity in Aging Act just passed the House unanimously! #OAA #aging
Thank you to @RepBonamici & @RepStefanik for your bipartisan leadership on #OAA reauthorization resulting in unanimous adoption by the House!
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#EatingRight on a #Budget is not always easy, but #SNAP can help. 🥦🍅🥕
Read about 3 key benefits of #SNAP—and how to see if you or a loved one qualifies for benefits. #FoodAssistance #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth
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#ElderAbuse is a complex problem that requires coordinated, multidisciplinary responses. Together, we can develop and promote effective interventions to keep everyone safe as they age.
#WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay #WEAAD
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During #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, you can take part by urging #OlderAdults to be vocal about their struggles—and by connecting them with resources that can help.
#MoreThanEnough #MHAM
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The RFP details on the new funding opportunity to help #OlderAdults enroll in #SNAP are now available.
1⃣ 20 organizations will receive awards of $25k each
2⃣ The deadline for applications is Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 3 pm ET
Get more info today!
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On #NationalCaregiversDay, we honor the 53 million+ Americans who care for a spouse, parent, friend, or neighbor. Help us spread the love by thanking a caregiver in the comments. 💙
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It's Falls Prevention Awareness Day! On the #FirstDayOfFall each year, we tell the world about the ways older adults can prevent falls. This year, we're focused on how #seniors can build and rely on a falls prevention team: bddy.me/2m71VYk #FPAD2019
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Most Americans age 50+ want to #AgeInPlace. Here are the resources and supports that #OlderAdults and #Caregivers should consider in order to make it happen. 🏠 💙👇
#SeniorIndependenceMonth
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On #NationalRelaxationDay, we urge you to “take five” and find your inner calm amidst the chaos. Taking regular breaks can help us replenish our energy, lift our spirits, and be more present in our own lives.
Wishing you a day full of tranquil moments!
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Falling is NOT a normal part of #aging! #Caregivers and older adults can use these resources to prevent falls, protect their #health, and increase their confidence. buff.ly/2HKVnZv
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May is just around the corner and that means #OlderAmericansMonth. Help us celebrate w/ @ACLgov by sharing ways #OlderAdults can #AgeWell in their communities, living independently for as long as possible, and participating in activities they choose. Stay tuned for more info!
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“There are only four kinds of people in the world: those that have been #Caregivers, those that are caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers." - Rosalynn Carter
💛 Today we honor a champion of women's rights, mental health, and caregiving.
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Falling is NOT a normal part of #aging, but every #senior can take steps to avoid falls. Spread the
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Aging well means living well, and both have no boundaries. That includes race, gender, color, sexuality, income, or zip code. We stand with the Asian American and Pacific Islander community in denouncing any threat to their right to safety and living well. #stopAAPIhate
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❤️🧡💛 June is #PrideMonth 💚💙💜
Here at NCOA, we believe that who someone loves should never be a barrier to a person's right to #AgeWell. We'll continue to build bridges of change as we pursue #Equity in #Aging, as we have for more than 70 years. #HappyPrideMonth
ALT ❤️🧡💛 June is #PrideMonth 💚💙💜 Here at NCOA, we believe that who someone loves should never be a barrier to a person's right to #AgeWell. We'll continue to build bridges of change as we pursue #Equity in #Aging, as we have for more than 70 years. #HappyPrideMonth
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It’s #SeniorCitizensDay! And while we prefer to say #OlderAdults, we’re all in on the celebration and celebrate #Aging every day. 🎉🥳
Help us redefine #Aging by challenging stereotypes, using age-positive language, and supporting policies and programs that promote #AgingWell.
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🙌🎉Congratulations to @ACLgov on the 50th anniversary of the Senior Nutrition Program #SNP50. Their invaluable work helps #OlderAdults access nutritious meals and other vital services that strengthen social connections and promote health and wellbeing. #NationalNutritionMonth
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This #OlderAmericansMonth, we’re exploring how #Connectedness supports #AgingInPlace.
Check out the engAGED website for ways to improve your capacity to offer social engagement.👇 @ACLgov
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Why are strength and good balance so important for #OlderAdults? Because these things are critical to preventing falls.
Find out the best exercises to help older individuals reduce their #FallsRisk.👇
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The fear of technology can be a stumbling block for many #OlderAdults—whether in their current role or as they look for a new job. But there are ways to overcome it, one practical step at a time. Find out how👇
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Agree with @POTUS. Let's stand up for seniors
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Ageism hurts us by diminishing the value of lived experiences. Learn how NCOA collaborated w/@Google to provide detailed feedback on All In—an inclusive marketing toolkit ensuring #OlderAdults are more authentically represented. ➡️ bit.ly/3wDYXtC #Inclusion #PrideMonth
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Home care workers deserve a raise for the critical care they provide to millions of #OlderAdults and people with disabilities. Don't miss tomorrow's @SenateAging hearing on the need for an investment in #HomeBasedCare
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ALT The majority of home care workers are women of color who typically earn just $12 per hour. We need the #BetterCareBetterJobs Act to lift up this vital workforce.
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Today marks the beginning of Older Americans Month, and this year's theme is "Engage at Every Age." Our site features programming ideas for senior centers who want to empower people to do just that. buff.ly/2FzrWDB #aging #health #OAM18
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Happy birthday to #Medicare and #Medicaid, which both turn 53 today! Learn how the programs differ and how to enroll: buff.ly/2NYbgKN #aging #health
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It’s #OlderPersonsDay. Let’s celebrate by challenging stereotypes around #Aging and amplifying #OlderAdult voices in policy discussions that affect them. 🏁 👇
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A while back we teamed up with @LupusOrg to write about the reasons people should be skeptical of #hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for #COVID19, and the unintended side effects of spikes in demand for this drug. It's worth reading again. bddy.me/3g1RrRz
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We're committed to supporting you and the people you serve. Join us for a tele-town hall this Friday, 3/27 from 2-3 p.m. ET. Hear experts discuss the urgent problems facing older adults—and the possible solutions—during the #COVID19 crisis. ncoa.org/event/ncoa-tele-tow… #coronavirus
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Happy International #FriendshipDay! 🌺
As we grow older, friendships are a vital part of our well-being. These special bonds can reduce #SocialIsolation, boost our immune system, and even extend our lifespan. Now that’s something worth celebrating. 🎉
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Why is #Suicide common among older people?
Gaining a deeper understanding of this issue can be helpful in creating prevention and intervention efforts that save lives.
Learn more.👇 #SuicideAwarenessMonth
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Here's some good news! With strong bipartisan support, #Congress has reauthorized the #OlderAmericansAct (OAA). The legislation modernizes the OAA to meet the modern needs of more than 11 million people and their #caregivers who depend on the programs.
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We’re excited to announce that @JeniferLewis will be our keynote speaker at this year’s Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium on May 2! 📣🎉
Jenifer is an outstanding actress and #MentalHealth advocate.
Register today to reserve your spot.👇
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As we kick off #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek, we're excited to share resources and strategies to help #OlderAdults stay falls free. These #FallsPrevention tips can help #Caregivers keep the older adults in their life safe, healthy, & independent💪.bit.ly/3Cl7J2e
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Thank you & good luck, @ACLgov Admin. Greenlee! Together we improved the lives of more than 3.5 million older adults
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🚨 #Falls are a serious #PublicHealth issue. Help move your community #FromAwarenessToAction—join us for #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek starting 9/18 and download our toolkit too. 🧰👇
#FPAW2023 #FallsPrevention #FallsFree
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Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls are costly—in dollars and in quality of life. Get started making #seniors safer: buff.ly/2Ks9D7a #aging #FPAD2018
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80% of seniors want to age in their own homes, but many admit their current home might not always be suitable. buff.ly/2sZq8Cd
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Maggie Kuhn, famous for her anti-ageism work, embodied what International Women's Day is all about. #InternationalWomensDay #aging
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It’s #MentalHealthMonth (and #OlderAmericansMonth)! Join NCOA and @NAMICommunicate to prioritize #MentalHealthCare without guilt or shame.
Let's #BreaktheStigma together!
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An important takeaway from the Center for Healthy Aging Special Report session that just concluded. Advocates should continue pushing for funding and expansion of falls prevention infrastructure! #AgeAction
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4 stories.
4 issues.
4 reasons why #Congress should keep #senior programs funded.
Share these stories with your members of #Congress, and ask them to keep funding the work that keeps communities #healthy and whole. buff.ly/2Fw2qRf #Medicare #SaveOurSHIPs #FundMFP
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#OlderAmericansMonth turns 60 tomorrow! We’re excited to celebrate this important milestone by recognizing the many ways #OlderAdults are #AgingUnbound. 💃
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#FamilyCaregivers are the backbone of long-term care, helping #OlderAdults remain safely in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
We’re proud to celebrate our extraordinary #Caregivers during #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth and beyond. 💙
#CaregivingAroundtheClock
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One way to help if you're #healthy and able: get food for an older adult or someone with limited mobility. Just make sure to stay physically distant—and clean your hands!—to make the delivery safely.
#COVID19 #coronavirus #aging
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"We spend $3 trillion a year on healthcare." Terry Fulmer (@johnahartford) and our CEO Jim Firman emphasize the importance of focusing on Social Behavioral Determinants of Health (SBDH) when developing age friendly health systems. #AgeAction2019
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September is full of special events for everyone supporting the health, economic stability, and independence of older adults. Get ready!
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It’s #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek! 🎉
Help us kick it off right by printing and sharing our “6 Steps to Prevent a Fall” tipsheet (available in multiple languages).👇
#FPAW
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The #Holidays can be #Stressful, especially for #OlderAdults coping with #Grief, #Loneliness, #Anxiety, or #Depression.
Find resources that can help ⬇️
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In response to the #COVID19 pandemic, we must look at ways to safely bridge the gaps created by the physical distancing that can keep older adults healthy. Living alone does not have to mean loneliness. #AgeAction
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Help older adults, caretakers, and professionals make the most of their falls prevention efforts w/ free resources: buff.ly/2vCSMtY
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Stasia Kowalski is 92 years old & just completed her first-ever swim meet. It's *never* too late to try new things: buff.ly/2w6DbQl
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Evidence-based falls prevention programs are proven options for protecting the #health and independence of #seniors. Spread the word about what's available! buff.ly/2LBtnFE #aging #fallsprevention
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#covid19 has laid bare the disparities among #olderadults. Increased #access to services and #communityhealing–while transforming the #agingnetwork–is more important than ever. Join us at #AgeAction to hear how we're creating a pathway to #agingwellforall bit.ly/3eD7oio
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We are proud to recognize Sen. Bob Casey, Jr. (@SenBobCasey) with a Trailblazers in Aging Award. From modernizing OAA programs to opposing #Medicaid cuts and caps, Sen. Casey has a strong record of leadership on aging issues. Read more: buff.ly/2XbezTM #AgeAction2019
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A3. They're underpaid, undervalued, and bearing a heavy burden. Particularly when we're talking about nursing home staff and in-home care providers, we need to get them more access to PPE, and strengthen the programs giving older adults access to at-home care. #HCBS #OAM2020
Q3: Direct care workers have been on the frontlines of #COVID19 since the beginning, often at great risk & without critical protections, attention or funding. What should Senate leaders know about this critical workforce? #OAM2020
ALT Let’s Care for those who care for our loved ones. Tell Congress to keep direct care workers and caregivers safe. #OAM2020
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Join @NCOAging, @ACLgov, @HRSAgov, @SAMHSAgov, and E4Center to discover best practices to improve #OlderAdult #MentalHealth. Register for free today to attend on May 11.👇
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At NCOA's 3rd annual (2nd virtual) #AgeAction, we'll focus on turning the hard lessons of #covid19 into structural improvements that will ensure #equitable #aging. Don't miss the 150+ sessions and 100 speakers sharing best practices to serve #olderadults.
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For #OlderAdults, good sleep isn't just a bonus—it's a key part of #AgingWell.
Learn more about age-related sleep changes in honor of #SleepAwarenessWeek.👇
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March is #WomensHistoryMonth. Too many women have experienced hardship as they age due to the #WageGap and #Caregiver responsibilities. We're working to change that. Our fight for equitable aging is one day a time, one step at a time, but most importantly, done together. #Equity
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Falls are the No. 1 cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in #OlderAdults. Take steps to protect the safety, dignity, & independence of your loved ones by exploring these evidence-based programs PROVEN to reduce falls 👏. bit.ly/39kY3bm #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek
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Very cool piece from @SaludAmerica on the value of farmers markets. #aging #health #food buff.ly/2MnjStM
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Elder #abuse is a silent problem that robs seniors of their dignity and security. Know how to report it: buff.ly/2sMLGCJ #aging
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Falling is NOT a normal part of #aging, and we know what the risk factors are. Health care providers can protect patients with knowledge and the other evidence-based kinds of support we know work. Making older adults afraid of themselves and their surroundings won't work.
Overzealous in preventing falls, hospitals are producing an ‘epidemic of immobility’ in elderly patients - The Washington Post washingtonpost.com/health/ov…
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Falling is NOT a normal part of #aging! #Caregivers and older adults can use these resources to prevent falls, protect their #health, and increase their confidence. buff.ly/2HKVnZv
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🙌 Today we celebrate the unanimous Supreme Court ruling that struck down anti-interracial marriage laws, and we wish you all a very happy #LovingDay. We reaffirm our commitment to advocate for #Equity for all people, no matter their color, gender, sexuality, or zip code.
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Today, we honor the life, work, and service of #MLK. What are you doing to make life better for #OlderAdults in your #Community? #MLKDayofService #TogetherWeCan
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It's OK to not be OK.
We repeat: It's OK if you're not OK.
This #MentalHealth Awareness Month, we're normalizing talking about mental health issues. So, how are you feeling? What's worrying you? How are you practicing #Selfcare?
💬 Tell us w/a RT. We want to hear your story.
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This #BlackHistoryMonth month we honor the tremendous accomplishments of the Black community, celebrate its rich and diverse culture, and reaffirm our commitment to advocate to end the systems that prevent every person from aging with security, dignity, and purpose.
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Congratulations to the winners of our 2020 Trailblazers in Aging Awards. Thank you all for ensuring that every older adult can age well. bddy.me/37aN9TX #AgeAction
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Since 1950, we’ve walked beside generations of Americans, quietly making life better as we age. Now, we’re stepping forward to do even more because far too many people are being left behind without the resources to age with dignity: bit.ly/2PB2b0m #WeAgeWell
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The health effects of #SocialIsolation can be devastating. Learn why it's time to address #SocialConnectedness for older Americans—and what can be done to combat this growing problem. ⬇️
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We're starting day 2 of #AgeAction addressing #Caregiving in our country.
NCOA Board Member @sianpierre and other #AgingServices experts are spending time talking about how we can support the future of the #DirectCareWorkforce.
ALT We're starting day 2 of #AgeAction addressing #Caregiving in our country. NCOA Board Member @sianpierre and other #AgingServices experts are spending time talking about how we can support the future of the #DirectCareWorkforce.
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❄️ How can older people stay active all winter long while avoiding cold-weather risks?
Get answers in our Winter Safety Guide for #OlderAdults.👇
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Supporting #caregivers, particularly in terms of self care, is really important. "Many of the caregivers we've worked with have had to change jobs because of their caregiving responsibilities," says @YaniraCruzDC (@NHCOA). #AgeAction2019 #WeAgeWell
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Oct. 1 is the United Nations International Day of Older Persons. The theme for #UNIDOP2021 is “Digital Equity for All Ages.” The stereotype that older people lack digital competency isn’t just wrong, it’s hurtful. Let’s tell a new story about aging. #ReframingAging
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This is wonderful. We're working on a few resources for seniors looking to make the social isolation of #coronavirus prevention easier, too. Stay tuned! #aging #health #COVID19
"Not only is the Coronavirus threatening our economy, institutions and way of life, it’s attacking the pathways created to connect young and old"—our ED Donna Butts in an article highlighting alternative ways for young & old to connect. Read her piece at buff.ly/3aJN2z8
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🥇📷 Hats off to the winners of our 4th Annual #PhotographyContest celebrating the #Strength and #Wisdom of #Women! See this year’s #Honorees and learn who captured the blue ribbon.👇
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Talking is the first step to #PreventingSuicide. This week and all month long, join @afspnational to help #TalkAwayTheDark and normalize conversations around #MentalHealth.👇
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#SuicidePreventionAwarenessWeek
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#Anxiety and #Depression rates among #OlderAdults have soared. What can be done? Our friends at @NCMHA share key strategies for meeting the #MentalHealth needs of older Americans. ⬇️
#MHAM
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Together, we can prevent #elderabuse. Educating our communities on how to prevent abuse means we are all doing our part to support everyone as we age. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3gzPYmx #WEAAD #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay
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It’s National #HispanicHeritageMonth!
NCOA is proud to honor the incredible #Culture, #History, and #Resilience of our #Hispanic and #Latino communities—and the #HispanicStars who are fighting for #EquitableAging.
Thanks for helping to shape a future that works for all of us.
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The #AgeAction Virtual Conference has officially begun! Watch our opening session live, featuring @josephcoughlin: bit.ly/2BFmaE9
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"If it weren't for my wife (after having his stroke 5 years ago) ... I would not be alive," says @Montel_Williams.
"She was there ... as embarrassed as I was to have someone help me take a bath. She did that."
"Take a minute to say thank you (to your #Caregivers). #OAMHAD23
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