Healthy Aging

Four Ways to Support Healthy Aging

If you have elderly family members or friends, you may worry about their health. Aging increases the risk of chronic diseases, but healthy habits can help older adults live independently and maintain their quality of life. Help your loved one with these four tips:  Find more ways to help support healthy aging. 

University of Chicago Hosting Symposium on Healthy Aging, Thursday, October 20

NORC and the University of Chicago are hosting an upcoming all-day event on Thursday, October 20 in Hyde Park at the Chicago Theological Seminary: The Symposium on Healthy Aging. Registration is free. Drs. William Dale and Patricia Boyle will be keynote speakers, and there will also be three panels that cover cutting edge research on …

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Today at 2:30 p.m. ET! Mental Health and Older Adults: Live Q&A

Join the Mental Health and Older Adults: Live Q&A on Facebook today to learn how mental health plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life! This event will feature experts from NIA, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Visit NIA’s Facebook page at 2:30 p.m. ET …

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NIA Video: Tips for Staying Connected as You Age

Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. As people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. Being alone may leave older adults more vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can affect their overall health and well-being. However, there are things they can do to stay connected. Watch this short video for tips …

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