One volunteer’s story of growing intimately familiar with the miles of roads and canal at the Chesapeake & Ohio National Historical Park.
When Giving Back Is its Own Reward
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When Nature Is a Savior
Taking advantage of nature’s proven health benefits, during duress and ever after.
One Woman’s Evolution Into a Climate Warrior
Active advocacy grown out of a lifetime of nature immersion.
A Case for Recruiting Older Adults to be Physical Activity Leaders
Part of the joy in life is exercising with others. It doesn’t matter if you’re good at it or not. You’re having a good time.
Malnutrition Awareness Week: Fair Access to Nutrition, Food and Health
‘Recent data showed deaths from malnutrition doubled from 2016 to 2022, especially among those ages 85 and older.’
More Older Adults Needing ER Care Due to Cannabis Use
Interest in cannabis use for elders is rising, but with it comes concerns about adverse reactions.
Is Health Equity on the November Ballot?
Details on where the two parties stand, and what it might mean for older adults.
Feeding Love and Traditions
How grandparents can play a critical role in child nutrition.
Worried About Cognitive Decline? You Can Do Something About It
Multiple recent findings reiterate the importance of lifestyle improvements in delaying the progression of MCI and dementia.
New Grant Allows University of Oklahoma to Expand Efforts of its Dementia Care Network
Training 586 family caregivers was one of several benefits to the grant work.
Dilemmas of Older Adults Seeking Cannabis Guidance
‘Which product should I try?’ and ‘How much do I take?’
Improving Access to End-of-Life Care Options Across the Nation
An update on state status concerning medical aid-in-dying laws.
Food Is Medicine
The OAA Nutrition Program and community network are vital to delivering food is medicine interventions.
Fluid in the Balance: Hydration and Nutrition Recommendations for Older Adults
The role of water in the body’s systems and preventing dehydration in elders.
The Swimming Siblings
Six brothers and two sisters find the National Senior Games and take home some hardware.
Going for the Zumba Gold!
Passion for Zumba nets deep personal connections with older adults.
Why I Practice Yoga
How appreciation of an ancient practice evolved across age.
The Beautiful, if Painful, Game
When to throw in the towel on a rec sports team, or is it never?
Racing to the Ends of the Earth
Mental health through endurance racing.
The Vital Role of Sports and Recreation in Healthy Aging
Cataloging the many benefits to getting outside and moving, especially for elders.