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National Council on Aging logo. We believe every person deserves to age well. That’s why we’re on a path to improve the lives of 40 million older adults by 2030.

SNAP for Advocates

Millions of older adults are eligible for but are not receiving food assistance from SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Learn how to advocate for increased enrollment to help seniors receive this vital benefit to combat senior hunger.
Learn more about the National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) database..

Advocate for Older Adults and Their Communities

Your voice matters. Members of Congress need to hear from you—their constituents—on what issues matter most. Use NCOA's advocacy tool to help protect and strengthen the programs we all depend on as we age. 


Help Older Adults Find Savings

Millions of older adults miss out on money-saving benefits simply because they don't apply. Find out how BenefitsCheckUp makes it easy. Start today by browsing benefits, answer a few questions to learn more about eligibility, and get help applying. 

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Equity in Aging

We advise policymakers, empower community-based organizations, and deliver the resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy our nation needs to ensure that every person can age with health and financial security.

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