A poor diet now causes more deaths than tobacco smoking and high blood pressure. A healthier diet pattern is associated with 25 percent lower
NICOA To Present at the National Tribal Public Health Summit
On May 14, Executive Director Larry Curley will be conducting an in-depth presentation on “Healthy Aging in Indian Country” for the National Indian
Library Services for Persons with Disabilities
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 54.4 million Americans —18.7 percent of the population — have a disability, and due to an aging population, the
New Survey for Caregivers of Older Adults
The National Indian Council on Aging has launched a new online survey for caregivers of older adults and we want to hear from you. If you’re caring
Social Security Scammers Are Calling
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is getting more reports about people pretending to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) calling to get
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 20 marks National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a time to remember those who have passed as well as those currently affected by HIV/AIDS.
Meet NICOA’s Board of Directors
NICOA's board of directors is comprised of enrolled members of American Indian and Alaska Native tribes who are 55 years of age or older. Board
NICOA Joins 2019 Aging in America Conference
NICOA will travel to New Orleans for the 2019 Aging in America conference on April 15-18 to learn best practices and gain insights from leaders in
Cold Weather Safety for Elders
Elders run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to winter weather, including hypothermia, frostbite, and falls in ice and snow. They
