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Center for Healthy Aging Research
Looking for reliable information about health and well-being in older age?
This page is a one-stop shop for Oregon State University, state, and national agencies that provide information and services for older adults.
Find trustworthy sources of information about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and nutrition, with more topics to come.
See research-based health tips for aging adults from Center for Healthy Aging Research members.
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Center for Healthy Aging Research
Health Tips for Aging Adults
Center for Healthy Aging Research members have shared the following research-based health tips for aging adults through Oregon State University College of Health's news magazine.
Books
CHAR faculty have published several books about a range of concepts and issues in the realm of healthy aging. Recent publications that are suitable for students, educators, and the general public can be found here.
Oregon State University partner resources
OSU Family Resource Center
The Family Resource Center maintains a list and downloadable Elder Care Resources guide of local, state, and national resources for legal advice, senior living options, and aging services.
OSU Extension Service
OSU Extension’s Family & Community Health Program features several programs and resources to support healthy aging, such as the Better Bones and Balance exercise program and publications about helping memory-impaired elders, managing caregiver stress, and preventing senior malnutrition.
Oregon-based agencies & organizations
AGE+
AGE+ is an Oregon nonprofit that seeks to forge innovative solutions that improve the lives of older adults and their families, caregivers, and communities. They are dedicated to including rural areas, people with low income, and communities of color in their focus.
Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) of Oregon
The Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) is a nonprofit organization that provides information about Oregon public and private services for needs related to aging or disability. Visit the ADRC website or call toll-free 1-855-673-2372 to reach trained professional staff.
ODHS Older Adult Services
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Aging and Disability Services provides services to help older adults, their family members, or caregivers.
Oregon Wellness Network (OWN)
Oregon Wellness Network (OWN) delivers programs to help individuals manage chronic health conditions, prevent falls, and foster well-being to support their efforts to live fully and independently as possible. OWN’s partners include all 16 of Oregon’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAA). View a map of all 16 Oregon Area Agencies on Aging.
“My Better Half”
“My Better Half” is a Jefferson Public Radio show that explores how people are thriving in the second half of their lives. The monthly series can be heard live and through the archives at iJPR.org.
National organizations & agencies
American Association of Retired Persons
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) is a nonprofit organization that empowers people with information to help them make choices related to aging.
GeriatricPain.org
GeriatricPain.org is dedicated to providing free evidence-based resources for pain care for older adults, family caregivers, and clinicians. The website is run by the Barbara and Richard Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence at University of Iowa.
Eldercare Locator
Eldercare Locator is a public service of the federal Administration for Community Living. It connects older adults and their families with services and information in areas such as housing, elder rights, insurance, transportation, and health. Information specialists can also be reached at 1-800-677-1116.
National Council on Aging
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a nonprofit organization with the mission to deliver the resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy needed to ensure that every person can age with health and financial security. Their resources are organized for older adults, caregivers, professionals, and advocates.
National Institute on Aging
The National Institute of Aging’s Health Topics A-Z list provides health information informed by research and reviewed by experts to help people learn about healthy aging and common health conditions in older adults.
Highlighted health resources by topic
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resources
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association offers information, a help line, and support services for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and their caregivers.
Alzheimers.gov
Alzheimers.gov is the federal government's resource for people affected by Alzheimer's and related dementias, including families and caregivers. The National Institute on Aging also maintains an Alzheimer's and dementia related resource with highlighted information about the disease, diagnosis and treatment, and tips and resources for caregivers and people living with dementias.
Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers
The National Institute on Aging funds 35 Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers (ADRCs) at major medical institutions across the United States. In addition to research that improves diagnosis and treatment, the ADRCs offer assistance with obtaining diagnosis and medical management, educational resources, support groups, and opportunities for volunteers to participate in clinical studies and research registries.
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is a nonprofit that was founded by a family caregiver to provide guidance and support for all caregivers helping people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. The AFA’s resources include a toll-free helpline at 1-866-232-8484.
Nutrition Resources
Micronutrient Information Center (MIC)
The Linus Pauling Institute's Micronutrient Information Center (MIC) is a source for scientifically accurate information regarding the roles of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals (plant-based nutrients), and other dietary factors in promoting health and preventing disease, including age-related diseases.