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How to Prevent Falls

Falls are a serious risk as we age. Here are tips to help reduce the chance of having a fall. You can do a free,…

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Vaccines Protect Your Health

Vaccines give you protection from common illnesses. Not all older adults opt for all the recommended vaccines. Yet vaccines can protect your health, with some…

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Building Social Connections

Can your social connections help you live a longer and healthier life? Yes, according to new research. You probably know that social engagement is one…

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Can health screenings help you live longer and thrive? What are some valuable health screenings for older adults? Get answers to your questions and find…

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How do you live your best life as needs and abilities change? Here’s a guide to finding support. As needs and abilities change, many older…

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When we are faced with a serious illness, palliative care offers support to help us live better lives. If a condition is life-limiting, hospice care…

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Eating Well at Home

Preparing healthy food at home and managing meals on a budget can go hand-in-hand. Here are some ideas. Cooking for yourself? Working with a tight…

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Advance Care Planning

Your voice matters in healthcare decisions. What happens if you become unable to communicate your wishes? An advance care plan is your protection. When there…

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Our society and people around us have a big impact on how we experience aging. So do our own attitudes. Rejecting everyday ageism is important…

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Healthcare needs can increase as you age. When you are making decisions, it’s important to think about what works best for you. Get to know…

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Depression and anxiety can affect us at any age—older adults included. Here’s what to know and what you can do to support your mental health.

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Your lifestyle choices make a difference in your health and well-being. Explore these keys to wellness as we celebrate Older Americans Month. Older Americans…

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Older adults lose a lot of money to scammers every year. You can protect yourself by becoming aware of common financial scams and how they…

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Can you keep your brain healthy? Can you prevent dementia? Researchers have answers to these questions. Good news: There’s a lot you can do. It’s…

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Understanding Dementia

“Dementia” describes brain changes that can interfere with daily life, and there are many types. Understanding and support can help people living with dementia live…

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Living in a home environment that matches your needs and your budget can help you thrive. It’s key to aging well. “Where you live as…

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elderly woman in a wheelchair interacting with caregiver

Being a family caregiver can be extremely demanding. Know that you are not alone. You can find support in your own community. In the U.S.,…

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older women enjoying an exercise class

As you aim to stay strong and independent in older adulthood, there is a clear recipe for success: exercise. Exercise plays a role in reducing…

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Home Accessibility & Safety

Does your home environment work for you? How well does your home set-up allow you to function and perform your daily activities, such as moving…

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Your nutrition choices matter as you age. Here’s what you need to know to stay healthy and get help if you need it. As we…

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Can You Age Well at Home?

Successfully aging in place requires careful planning, home modifications, and lining up support systems like those offered through CoAction. Nearly nine out of 10 older…

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