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Aging in America

Aging well in America means drawing upon important assets that support long life. This includes our health, our skills and work options, our relationships and social connections, and our finances. Learn more about what we need to do to ensure we all have the resources to nurture our well-being.
Aging well in America means drawing upon important assets that supports long life. This includes our health, our skills and work options, our relationships and social connections, and our finances. Learn more about what we need to do to ensure everyone has the resources to nurture their well-being.

Empowering People to Prepare for the 100-Year Life

Feb 17, 2023
Empowering people to nurture their own well-being can help ensure that we all can age with dignity, purpose, and the resources to live well.

Get the Facts on Older Americans

Sep 09, 2026
Adults age 65+ are a fast-growing segment of America’s population. Get the facts on our nation’s older adults, including key trends and challenges.

Advocate for Everyone to Age Well

Action Center

Lasting change requires strong policies and programs that support people as they age. Add your voice to help shape the national conversation, protect and strengthen the programs we all depend on, and advance policies that create better opportunities for everyone to age well.

Make Your Voice Heard

Get the Facts on SNAP and Senior Hunger

Nov 06, 2026
A lone piece of bread sits on an empty plate with a fork close by, indicating hunger.

Get the Facts on Elder Abuse

Aug 28, 2026

Get the Facts on Food Insecurity and Older Adults

Jun 05, 2026

Get the Facts on Economic Security for Seniors

Jun 05, 2026

NCOA's Policy Roadmap

NCOA’s Public Policy Positions center on a common purpose—to ensure that aging well is a right for all, not a privilege for a few. Learn what guides our advocacy efforts and how they will improve the lives of millions.

How NCOA Helps Older Adults Thrive

NCOA's Center for Healthy Aging (CHA) provides training and technical assistance to help professionals support community-based health education opportunities for older adults and adults with disabilities. 

Read the real-life stories from senior centers on how they make an impact in the lives of their participants and their communities.

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