Aging Well: See All Topics
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
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Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
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We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
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Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Aging Well: See All Topics
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
Professional Resources: See All Topics
Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
About Us
About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
Get Involved
Help NCOA Make an Impact
Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Hayat Essa

NCOA Program Specialist, Healthy Aging

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Hayat Essa, MS, is a Program Specialist for the Center for Healthy Aging at the National Council on Aging. In this role, Hayat provides technical assistance to U.S. Administration for Community Living grantees implementing evidence-based falls prevention and chronic disease self-management education programs. Additionally, she assists in developing resources for professionals and older adults.

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