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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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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 equitable aging 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.

Dental Health

It's important to take preventive steps to manage your dental health and visit a dentist when you're experiencing problems. Oral health problems can be a sign that something else is going on. Find everyday tips for prevention and information on paying for treatment.

What Medicare Covers for Dental, Vision, and Hearing: A Guide for Older Adults

Mar 26, 2024

Original Medicare excludes most dental, vision, and hearing care services—with some exceptions. Here’s what older adults need to know.

How to Track Your Chronic Disease and Symptoms Through an Easy-to-Use Tool

Apr 18, 2022

Medicare and Dental Coverage

Sep 03, 2019

Is Healthy Aging Your Goal? A Healthy Mouth Should Be, Too

Apr 19, 2018

Healthy Smiles Make for Healthy Aging: 3 Lesser Known Risks of Poor Oral Care

Mar 23, 2017

Dental problems pose risks more serious than just tooth pain. Learn about three lesser known risks of poor oral health and what you can do to prevent or manage them.

Taking Charge of Oral Health: 3 Ways to Prevent Dental Disease as We Age

Feb 16, 2017

A middle-aged man with gray hair brushes his teeth while bending over a sink in a bright bathroom.

Resources to Help You Age Well

Looking for a new OTC hearing aid, medical alert system, or adjustable bed? NCOA Adviser is a free resource with reviews of products and services to help people age well. Get more info, including cost breakdown, how to buy, and which companies have the best customer service.

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