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February 3, 2021 at 6:08 PM

Save the date: 4th Annual Mental Health Symposium

Save the date: 4th Annual Mental Health Symposium Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   John, Mark your calendars to join us on May 6 for the 4th annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium! This free, all-day, virtual…

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January 28, 2021 at 9:35 PM

COVID-19 vaccines are here. Now what?

COVID-19 vaccines are here. Now what? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. What to know about COVID-19 vaccines Our Center for Healthy Aging explains the differences between vaccines, how to get them, and how to avoid scams that have c…

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January 28, 2021 at 7:20 PM

Last chance! Propose an Age+Action session by 1/29

Last chance! Propose an Age+Action session by 1/29 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, This is your last chance to help set the agenda for the Age+Action 2021 Virtual Conference! ​​​​ The deadline to submit a proposa…

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January 25, 2021 at 8:52 PM

Age+Action session proposals due 1/29

Age+Action session proposals due 1/29 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, Great things happen when great minds get together. Last year, more than 1,000 people attended the Age+Action Virtual Conference to hear from experts li…

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January 19, 2021 at 8:08 PM

Age+Action call for presentations extended!

Age+Action call for presentations extended! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, You've adapted and persisted as the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the aging services network to change its approach to serving older adults. Shar…

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January 12, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Congress’ final 2020 bill: What’s in it for older adults

Congress’ final 2020 bill: What’s in it for older adults Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Congress’ final 2020 bill: What’s in it for older adults Congress closed 2020 by passing a $2.3 trillion legislative package that addresses …

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January 11, 2021 at 5:17 PM

There's still time! Submit a proposal by Jan. 22

There's still time! Submit a proposal by Jan. 22 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, There's still time to participate in the premiere aging conference this year! ​​​​ January 22 is the deadline to submit a proposal …

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January 4, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Submit a proposal by Jan. 22

Submit a proposal by Jan. 22 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, We've turned the page on 2020, and now it's time to share what you've learned with your colleagues across the country. ​​​​ January 22 is the deadline …

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December 31, 2020 at 3:33 PM

The promise of a new year

The promise of a new year Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John, We are excited for the start of 2021! Let's leave 2020 behind by making some good news. You can give an older adult the gift of hope in the new year. Your donation wil…

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December 29, 2020 at 8:03 PM

Make your tax-deductible gift by Dec. 31

Make your tax-deductible gift by Dec. 31 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John, 2020 is almost over. Don’t miss your chance to make a tax-deductible gift in support of the older adults who suffered so much this year.  We've already…

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December 27, 2020 at 2:05 PM

We have a plan

We have a plan Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. John, Even before the pandemic, millions of older adults were one crisis away from having to choose between keeping food on the table, medicine in the cabinet, or a roof over their heads. Th…

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December 22, 2020 at 4:40 PM

Parting words for 2020

Parting words for 2020 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   John, As you look back on this year, may you cherish the happy moments and stay hopeful for the future. Here's to a new year of aging well for all.    …

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December 21, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Heroes in your neighborhood

Heroes in your neighborhood Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John, Our country has been filled with heroes this year—including some you might not have heard about. “As President of Catron Food Pantries and as a caregiver to an old…

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December 18, 2020 at 1:42 PM

Stories of success from 2020

Stories of success from 2020 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The stories we'll remember from 2020 This year was one for the history books. Despite the challenges we all faced, it’s worth pausing to reflect with gratitude on what …

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December 15, 2020 at 1:23 PM

A 2020 success story

A 2020 success story Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, At 72, Annchi had several chronic health conditions—and no health insurance. She lived alone in a senior apartment after her children moved to another state. ​​​​​ To ke…

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December 7, 2020 at 3:02 PM

2021 can't come soon enough

2021 can't come soon enough Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, Are you looking forward to turning the corner on 2020? ​​​​ Plan for a bright new year by signing up for Age+Action 2021!   Register for only $250 per …

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December 4, 2020 at 8:40 PM

A story of a mother and son

A story of a mother and son Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, Jack and his mother, Sue, lived together. Both of them were hungry because they had to choose between buying enough food and paying utility bills to keep their home …

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December 3, 2020 at 1:32 AM

Guiding older adults toward housing and utility help

Guiding older adults toward housing and utility help Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Guide older adults to housing, utility help during COVID-19 American households are stretched thin, and older adults facing the prospect of high…

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December 1, 2020 at 1:47 PM

Somebody cares

Somebody cares Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. “They call me every day and ask me if I’m feeling ok or if I’m feeling bad. My own family don’t do that. It makes me feel good. Somebody cares.” – Michael, Maryland   Dear John, A lit…

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November 25, 2020 at 1:58 PM

What we're thankful for

What we're thankful for Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, It's been a difficult year for all of us, but there are still many things to be thankful for.   “Providing fresh fruit, vegetables, and personal protection gear to se…

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November 18, 2020 at 12:35 AM

We need to take care of those who took care of us

We need to take care of those who took care of us Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   “COVID has really devastated our lives. Lost 3 family members. I live off my Social Security, $1,000 monthly for rent, food, bills. Cannot afford food …

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November 11, 2020 at 3:32 PM

Action on COVID-19 now AND after Inauguaration Day

Action on COVID-19 now AND after Inauguaration Day Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Older adults get attention in Biden's COVID-19 plan We will continue working with both parties to ensure action now and in the first 100 days of th…

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November 9, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Lock in Age+Action before the holidays arrive!

Lock in Age+Action before the holidays arrive! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, The holidays are gearing up! Now is the time to reserve your place at the premiere aging event in 2021. ​​​​ Registration and the Call…

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October 28, 2020 at 12:41 AM

What stands in the way of women and a secure retirement

What stands in the way of women and a secure retirement Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Protecting the long-term financial security of women Lots of obstacles stand in the way of women seeking a secure retirement. As a result, ma…

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October 22, 2020 at 7:12 PM

Registration is open for Age+Action 2021!

Registration is open for Age+Action 2021! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Dear John, ​​​​ Registration and the Call for Presentations are open for Age+Action 2021! Our first-ever virtual conference this spring was a huge suc…

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October 19, 2020 at 12:47 PM

Today is the last day to complete the COVID-19 survey!

Today is the last day to complete the COVID-19 survey! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John,   Please complete our COVID-19 survey by the end of the day today (Monday, October 19) if you have not done so already. We have exten…

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October 15, 2020 at 1:04 PM

Complete the COVID-19 survey by 10/19

Complete the COVID-19 survey by 10/19 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John,   Please complete our COVID-19 survey by Monday, October 19, if you have not done so already. We have extended the survey to hear how you, your organi…

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October 14, 2020 at 2:11 PM

Bilingual resources, Congress, and more

Bilingual resources, Congress, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Bilingual resources help older Hispanics New resources addressing urgent topics like COVID-19, scams, benefits access, and falls prevention are now available…

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October 5, 2020 at 2:55 PM

How you're getting the job done

How you're getting the job done Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John,   Amidst the fast-paced changes imposed on everyday life by the COVID-19 pandemic, you're still working hard to support older adults. Thank you! Every qua…

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September 30, 2020 at 8:07 PM

Healthy voting in the 2020 election

Healthy voting in the 2020 election Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. How to vote healthy this election Most older Americans are lifelong voters. COVID-19 has created unique challenges to maintaining that level of civic participati…

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September 15, 2020 at 9:36 PM

Aging with dignity shouldn’t be a stroke of luck

Aging with dignity shouldn’t be a stroke of luck Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. This is personal: A word from our new President and CEO NCOA President and CEO, Ramsey Alwin, shares the family experience that cemented her resolve …

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August 26, 2020 at 3:04 PM

Voting and advocacy during the pandemic

Voting and advocacy during the pandemic Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Voting and advocacy during the pandemic Election season is in full swing, but advocacy and voting will look different thanks to the pandemic. Our Election 20…

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August 11, 2020 at 4:09 PM

Summer reflections on staying safe

Summer reflections on staying safe Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Summer reflections on staying safe The situation around the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing rapidly. Here is the latest advice from public health experts…

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July 28, 2020 at 9:20 PM

NCOA secures $4.35 million grant from Walmart Foundation

NCOA secures $4.35 million grant from Walmart Foundation Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. NCOA secures $4.35 million grant from Walmart Foundation A new grant will help us connect 1.15 million eligible older adults to the Supplemen…

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July 20, 2020 at 9:35 PM

Last chance: COVID-19 survey closes 7/21

Last chance: COVID-19 survey closes 7/21 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John,   We still want to hear about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aging services organizations like yours—and the older adults you serve. Our …

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July 16, 2020 at 1:02 PM

COVID-19 survey closing soon

COVID-19 survey closing soon Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John,   We still want to hear about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aging services organizations like yours—and the older adults you serve. Our survey close…

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July 14, 2020 at 9:31 PM

Remaining connected as the pandemic continues

Remaining connected as the pandemic continues Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Remaining connected as the pandemic continues Four months into COVID-19, many older adults are struggling to adjust to a new normal. Here are some tips…

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July 13, 2020 at 4:07 PM

How has COVID-19 changed your work?

How has COVID-19 changed your work? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John,   Earlier this year, we contacted thousands of aging services organizations and professionals to learn how their work was changed by COVID-19. Three mo…

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June 30, 2020 at 6:38 PM

New grants for SNAP enrollment efforts

New grants for SNAP enrollment efforts Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Apply for grants to fight senior hunger NCOA is soliciting applications for grants to enroll older adults into the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. …

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June 23, 2020 at 1:58 PM

NCOA announces new CEO

NCOA announces new CEO Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. NCOA names Ramsey Alwin CEO Ramsey Alwin has been named NCOA's new chief executive officer, effective Aug. 31. Alwin replaces James Firman, who led NCOA for 25 years. Alwin w…

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June 16, 2020 at 11:16 PM

Virtual programming is helping during COVID-19

Virtual programming is helping during COVID-19 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Virtual programming is here to stay The shift to virtual programming at senior and community centers across the country has come out of necessity, but…

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June 4, 2020 at 4:04 PM

Age+Action starts Monday!

Age+Action starts Monday! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, NCOA's Age+Action Virtual Conference starts Monday! Register now to:   Attend 150+ educational sessions on issues you care about Hear from national experts and your …

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May 28, 2020 at 2:32 PM

We're counting down ...

We're counting down ... Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, The countdown has begun until the first national aging conference in the COVID-19 era. There's still time to register for NCOA's Age+Action Virtual Conference, June 8-…

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May 26, 2020 at 8:02 PM

What's in The Heroes Act

What's in The Heroes Act Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. What's in The Heroes Act The House passed an ambitious bill to provide relief from the COVID-19 crisis. It provides Medicaid, nutrition, and healthy aging provisions we aske…

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May 22, 2020 at 5:18 PM

Meet the Age+Action Keynotes

Meet the Age+Action Keynotes Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, We're gathering the nation's top experts for the Age+Action Virtual Conference, June 8-11. Join us to discuss the current state of aging in the COVID-19 era, and w…

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May 13, 2020 at 9:02 PM

There will be fun stuff, too

There will be fun stuff, too Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, Life has been challenging and confusing over the past two months. As we meet online for the Age+Action Virtual Conference, June 8-11, we plan to find time for so…

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May 13, 2020 at 12:35 AM

Make your mark for Older Americans Month

Make your mark for Older Americans Month Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Make your mark during Older Americans Month Sharing stories has always been one way people and organizations celebrate Older Americans Month. With COVID-19 …

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May 7, 2020 at 5:04 PM

We're here for you

We're here for you Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear John, As an aging services professional, you're facing unprecedented challenges, and the Age+Action Virtual Conference is here to help. Join us June 8-11 as we discuss the most p…

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May 6, 2020 at 6:13 PM

Medicaid needs more funding for COVID-19

Medicaid needs more funding for COVID-19 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Medicaid needs more funding to keep older adults safe COVID-19 is devastating nursing homes across the country. Congress should protect older adults and peo…

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May 5, 2020 at 1:05 PM

Older adults are depending on us

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Dear John, “Seniors who were getting by on their own suddenly depend on us for the most basic needs.” In a matter of weeks, caring professionals at our community-based partners like the Atlanta Community…

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