The respiratory syncytial virus, or #RSV, often starts with mild, cold-like symptoms—but it can escalate quickly in older adults and people with certain chronic conditions. Here’s a look at what to watch out for and strategies to prevent severe illness, including the RSV shot. 💉⬇️

Why give to NCOA? 🎁 NCOA Board Member Connie Weaver shares her “why.” Today only, gifts of $75+ will be matched 2:1—tripling your impact! ➡️ Donate here: https://bit.ly/4pJX61t

Aging isn’t a solo journey. This #GivingTuesday, we invite you to join us. For every $1 raised, 93¢ goes directly into NCOA programs that help older adults. And today only, gifts of $75 or more will be matched 2:1—tripling your impact! 💙 ➡️ Donate here: https://bit.ly/3Xvj9gx

A 2.8% #SocialSecurity COLA is coming in the new year, but higher #Medicare premiums may eat into that increase. With #MedicareOpenEnrollment ending Dec. 7, now’s the time to review your coverage to make sure your 2026 benefits stretch as far as possible! Read more on CNBC. ⬇️

Want to present at Age+Action 2026? Submit your proposal before it’s too late! ⏰ The submission deadline is this Friday, Dec. 5. Share your ideas that advance age-positive concepts and best practices. ➡️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WES5uY #AgeAction26 #CallForProposals

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s a good time to reflect on the many gifts of gratitude! 🧡🦃 🍂 Practicing gratitude and mindfulness can boost both happiness and health. Check out these 5 surprising benefits of feeling thankful.

This #Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our dedicated staff, partners, advocates, & supporters like you who make aging well possible for all. 💙🦃 Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Thanksgiving!

The holidays are a time for celebration, but it can also bring extra stress. Take care of your mental well-being this holiday season with these 9 self-care tips! ✨⬇️ #MentalHealth #StressManagement #AgingWell

#RSV is often overlooked in older adults, but it can lead to serious illness, hospitalization, and even death. Debbie’s story is an important reminder: awareness + early intervention + vaccination can save lives. Get the facts and spread the word. 💉⬇️ #HealthyAging #VaccinesWork

Medicare helps millions of older Americans stay healthy, but it isn’t free. We’re glad to see bipartisan legislation introduced to reauthorize funding for low-income Medicare enrollment. Read more about H.R. 6210. ⬇️

Today is #NationalRuralHealthDay! 🌾💚 Barriers, like limited transportation, can make aging well harder in rural areas. Our toolkit helps communities deliver proven health programs—where they’re needed most. Check it out! ⬇️ #PowerOfRural #AgingInAmerica #CDSME

Your support of NCOA helps older adults stay healthy and independent. 🎁 Donations of $75+ are being matched by our Board! 💙 93¢ of every $1 goes directly to programs helping older adults ➡️ Donate today: https://bit.ly/4i7PweJ

To access expanded health care services and support, #DualEligible #OlderAdults must apply to #Medicare and #Medicaid separately. Our handy guide outlines the application processes step by step—and provides resources they can turn to for help. ⬇️

Today, we joined the Administration for Community Living for an event focused on the power of caregivers! ✨ NCOA is proud to lead the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, which works to strengthen the direct care workforce. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4a0hGpP

Stay healthy, stay connected, and enjoy the holidays safely! ✨ ➡️Use Champions for Vaccine Education, Equity and Progress' tool to find nearby pharmacies and health centers offering vaccines: https://bit.ly/481UvsJ

Last week, Ramsey Alwin, NCOA President and CEO, joined Philanthropy Southeast’s 56th Annual Meeting in New Orleans to talk about the challenges of aging in America & the importance of investing in care systems that support older adults & their caregivers. 💙

What is thanatophobia? It’s an intense fear of death or dying and it can interfere with your ability to live fully. Learn more about thanatophobia and how to treat it. ⬇️

We’re all aging—and that’s why NCOA’s mission is personal. Help make sure every American can age well. 🎁 Through Dec. 31, gifts of $75+ are matched by the NCOA Board! ➡️ Give today and double your impact: https://bit.ly/4nSodGk

It’s Home Care Aide Week! 💙 This week, we celebrate the compassionate, dedicated caregivers who make it possible for so many older adults and people with disabilities to live safely and comfortably at home. Thanks for all you do! #HomeCareAideWeek #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth

Colorectal cancer is often silent in its early stages. We can change that by spreading the word about the importance of early detection! 📣 #NoShaveNovember is the perfect time to encourage regular screening among the older adults you serve. Get the facts and help #FightCRC. ⬇️

Thank you to all the Veterans who’ve served. Today and every day we see you, we appreciate you, and we thank you for your service. 💙 #VeteransDay

We visited the Kansas Department of Health & Environment in Topeka to see how CDSME & Falls Prevention programs are improving health for older adults, especially in rural & frontier communities. Thank you for advancing health & well-being across Kansas! 💙✨ #FallsPrevention #Partnership #Community

It’s International Faud Awareness Week! And we can all take steps to prevent scams and fraud. Check out and share our tips to protect yourself and your money. ⬇️ #FraudPrevention #Scams #FraudAwarenessWeek

Our 2022 Photography Contest focused on the realities of caregiving. During #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth, take a look back on some of the photos that capture the complexities and importance of caregiving. 💙 View the gallery here: https://bit.ly/4qWGdSW

SNAP is more than food assistance—it’s a lifeline. Without it, families like Mr. Lewis’s face hunger with no safety net. When this lifeline is no longer available, people don’t just skip meals. They skip medicine. They skip rent. They skip hope. #Together4SNAP

November is #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth. 💙 Explore our resources to identify early warning signs and learn helpful strategies for caregivers.

Obesity impacts about 40% of Americans age 65+ & is linked to over 230 medical conditions. #Medicare and #Medicaid coverage of obesity treatments would help us all age well. We urge Congress to build on this momentum and pass the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act! #TROA

Your voice belongs at Age+Action 2026! ✨ Our call for presentations is open until Friday, Dec. 5. Share your ideas that advance age-positive concepts and best practices. ➡️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WES5uY

Since there are different pathways to #DualEligibility, not all #OlderAdults must meet the same income limits. Explore the various ways #OlderAdults can qualify for #Medicaid and access the benefits they need. ⬇️

Millions of Americans who rely on food assistance are facing uncertainty during the government shutdown, including older adults, who make up 1 in 5 SNAP recipients. Read more in NerdWallet. ⬇️

Should retirees move their 401(k) or 457(b) savings—or keep them put? Explore the trade-offs and discover which option may better support long-term income security. ⬇️

There’s still time to register! Our two-part webinar series exploring the Savvy Saving Seniors financial education curriculum starts this Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable tools and skills! ⬇️

November is National Family Caregivers Month. 💙 Join us in recognizing the incredible dedication of family caregivers who work around-the-clock. Thank you for all you do!

Thank you to the National Governors Association for featuring NCOA’s Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center at this year’s HHS Policy Institute! We joined a great panel spotlighting how Nevada & New Mexico are strengthening their direct care workforce—and addressing the growing caregiver crisis.

Together, we can change lives and help everyone age well. Now through Dec. 31, your giving power goes twice as far thanks to a special NCOA Board Match! Gifts of $75 or more will be matched 1:1. 💙🎁 ➡️ Double your impact—donate today: https://bit.ly/47vOGDI

Have a #HappyHalloween! 🧡 👻 🎃

Don’t forget to “fall back” and set your clocks back one hour this weekend! As we adjust our routines, it’s also a great time to check in on your safety at home. ⬇️️

We all deserve access to effective obesity treatments. 💙 Today, we went to Capitol Hill to talk with members of Congress about the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA). Thank you to everyone who joined us on the Hill today!

After caring for his parents, JW didn’t expect to need help. But at 67, after a stroke, he struggled to afford groceries. Thanks to NCOA’s Benefits Enrollment Center, he got the support he needed. 💙 ➡️ Help more older adults like JW—donate today: https://bit.ly/4nhRFFu

Our NCOA team recently visited Vibrant Works in San Antonio—a 2024 Falls Prevention grantee! ✨ Through their incredible work, they’re empowering older adults with vision loss to live safely and independently.

Market volatility doesn’t have to delay retirement dreams. 🌿 A mix of smart planning, budgeting, and lifetime income options can help near-retirees stay on track and leave the workforce with confidence. See 7 strategies here. ⬇️ #RetirementSecurityMonth

Many of us want to age in place—but for solo agers (50+ with no spouse or children), it can be harder. 🏠 Loneliness, safety concerns, and home accessibility are challenges. Read more in Newsday. ️️⬇️️

As fall sets in, it’s easy to forget to drink enough water. But staying hydrated is important for our health! Read our article for tips and information to help increase your fluid intake every day! 💧

Yesterday, the #SocialSecurityAdministration announced a 2.8% COLA increase for 2026 benefits. But it still falls short for older Americans. Read more about why in this @nytimes.com#SocialSecurityAdministrationpiece. ⬇️️

Last week at #ComNet25 in Denver, we joined our partners at Alley to talk about our website redesign! More than a refresh, this project was all about making the site accessible and useful for older adults and those who care for them. ➡️Check out the full case study here: https://bit.ly/4nZ06qn

With winter right around the corner, it can feel like catching a cold or the flu is just part of the season. But we can all take steps to avoid the flu! We’ve got 7 easy tips to help everyone stay healthy this winter—check them out! 💙 #AgingWell #Flu #OlderAdults

The 2.8% cost–of-living adjustment (COLA) for #SocialSecurity in 2026 might sound like good news—but for many older adults, it’s just not enough. It won’t even cover the projected #Medicare increases. 📢 Read Ramsey Alwin’s statement. ⬇️

A new study found that drug overdoses in older adults spiked by 11%, but ageism may be hiding the problem—many aren’t receiving care, and symptoms are often misattributed to aging. Read more in MarketWatch. ⬇️️

Social Security monthly checks were never meant to cover all living expenses after we leave the workforce. See how planning, budgeting, and new income options can help older adults shape a more comfortable retirement. ⬇️ #RetirementSecurityWeek #Retirement

Want to better support older adults’ financial well-being? Join our Savvy Saving Seniors webinar series next month to learn how to teach money management, scam prevention, and more in your community. Register here! ⬇️