As Medicare Open Enrollment nears, NCOA has launched a modernized version of its My Medicare Matters online tool that simplifies the often-confusing process of choosing a Medicare plan.
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A terrific special section of July 25th’s New York Times was devoted to the 30th anniversary of the passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act. There is no mention of age or ageism. It would be convenient to attribute that omission to the fact that most older people are not disabled (true but complicated). But you sure wouldn’t […]The post Age justice requires disability justice—and vice versa appeared first on ChangingAging.
Read MoreStep up your exercise program with brain + body exercise by Cardiomelon
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Recientemente, yo participé en una evaluación propia para determinar mis riesgos de caídas. Este cuestionario esta basado en la lista de preguntas del panfleto CDC STEADI toolkit Stay Independent Brochure. Consiste en 12 preguntas y mi puntuación fue __________ de 12. Debido a que conteste “Si” a por lo menos 4 preguntas, me encuentro a […]
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The Senior Product Manager will work with our team and across NCOA for subject matter expertise, content contribution, UX design, and communications support.
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Doctors can use free-scoring tool to assess risk, help patients avoid strokes
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The National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) is launching a pilot program to test an online version of the accreditation process.
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GG’s Story Grandma Louise was the hardest working and sassiest person I have ever known. As a child I knew that she loved me dearly in her own unique way. She was active in our family and appreciated the everyday sweet things in life, from a cup of coffee to a game of solitaire. She […]The post GG’s Journey: Reflections During COVID-19 appeared first on ChangingAging.
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The National Council on Aging is warning that the financial hardships created by the COVID-19 pandemic will be much worse for older adults living alone, and this could force nearly 3 million older Americans in single households into possible poverty and or greater health risks.
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Increased light exposure can have positive and negative effects on your health — depending on the time of day
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