Insights for Aging Services Professionals

July is a Month of Anniversaries and a Call to Action
Medicare, Medicaid, and the Older Americans Act (OAA) turn 60 this month. Along with Social Security, they are key to the health and economic well-being of older Americans. NCOA President and CEO Ramsey Alwin wrote about what these programs need to stay strong—and how you can help. It's an excellent way to prepare to join us for a day of action on July 14.
Read the article
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Lance Robertson joins the NCOA Board of Directors
A U.S. Army veteran and former U.S. Assistant Secretary for Aging, Robertson's distinguished career in aging services spans three decades.
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Resources to Use at Work

Revisit the best of Age+Action 2025
Watch all the main stage events from this year's conference for free! Enjoy the lively panel discussions we hosted on topics like mental health, social isolation, digital literacy, and health in an age of longer lifespans.
Watch free on YouTube
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Animations to promote healthy aging
Recruit more older adults into your evidence-based programs by using these short, engaging videos. They’re a great way to grab attention and connect with potential participants.
View the animations
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Testing a new approach to falls prevention
NCOA has awarded grants to 18 organizations to implement and test the effectiveness of falls prevention activities identified by the ACL Innovation Lab. These activities aim to address gaps in existing evidence-based programs.
Meet the grantees
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Understanding HRT and breast cancer risk
If perimenopause and menopause symptoms are severe enough, health care providers might suggest hormone replacement therapy (HRT). This might increase the risk of breast cancer, but the benefits of HRT outweigh the risks for many people.
Share this info with older adults
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