Alliance for Aging Research

Spent the winter binge-watching HBO’s The Pitt? So did we. As advocates for patient stories, here’s what we think the hit medical drama gets right about healthcare in America. Read more: agingresearch.org/blog/what-the-…

This Memorial Day, the Alliance honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We are grateful to the veterans, military families, caregivers, and older Americans whose strength continueS to inspire us each day.

Are you a caregiver? Mental illness is a condition that affects the whole family. If you're caring for someone battling mental illness, support is available: youtube.com/watch?v=KRZbeI… #MHAM

For 60+ years, the Older Americans Act has supported vulnerable older adults, but a new FY27 budget puts these programs at risk. On the latest episode of The Check Up, Scott Frey and Edwin Walker discuss what’s at stake if the OAA IS defunded. Tune in: agingresearch.org/resources/podc…

📣 New Podcast! "(Bonus) The Check Up: Defending the Older Americans Act" on @Spreaker spreaker.com/episode/bonus-…

May is #OlderAmericansMonth and #MentalHealthMonth, and we’re combining the two to talk about a topic that seniors unfortunately experience all too often: loneliness. In our latest blog, we uncover the risks and impacts social isolation. Read more: agingresearch.org/blog/lonelines…

Alliance Board Member Jay Reinstein recently shared his experience with early-onset Alzheimer’s on the @VoicesofAlz podcast, The Sunflower Conversations. Tune in: …ersations.hiddendisabilitiesstore.com/1659478/episod…

TAVR is a life-saving, minimally invasive treatment for #AorticStenosis, yet Medicare barriers still limit access for older Americans. A new Alliance poll reports 84% of adults 65+ are more likely to support candidates who back expanded access to #TAVR agingresearch.org/news/poll-resp……

This #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth, we're exploring the vital benefits of #VitaminD, no prescription required 🌞. Find out how you can get the most out of the "Sunshine Vitamin" while protecting your skin from overexposure in our latest blog! agingresearch.org/blog/the-sunsh…

Vaccines help prevent serious illness and keep you healthy. Learn more about the key role they play by watching @CVEEPSocial’s video series featuring clinicians: cveep.org/risksarereal

Last week, the Alliance submitted public comments to the CDC’s ICD-10 Committee urging it to deny the proposed ICD-10-CM code for “Adverse Effect of COVID-19 Vaccines.” Learn more: agingresearch.org/news/alliance-…

Join @CVEEPSocial on 5/19 for a discussion on vaccines for older adults and protection against severe illness. Moderated by our own Sue Peschin and featuring Dr. Margot Savoy (@aafp), Chad Worz (@ASCPharm), and James Appleby (@geronsociety). Register: bit.ly/438pgde

Interested in public policy and federal advocacy? Passionate about equitable access to care? Join the Alliance for Aging Research as our next Public Policy Manager! Learn more and apply: agingresearch.org/blog/now-hirin…

Join CVEEP on 5/19 for a webinar during #OlderAmericansMonth on vaccines for older adults. Hear from Dr. Margot Savoy (@aafp), Chad Worz (@ASCPharm), James Appleby (@geronsociety), and moderator Sue Peschin (@Aging_Research). Register: bit.ly/438pgde

Curious which vaccines are recommended for you based on your age and chronic health issues? Use @CVEEPSocial’s new Risk Calculator tool to find out: cveep.org/rightforyou/

The faster stroke is treated, the more likely the patient is to recover. This #StrokeAwarenessMonth, learn the warning signs of a stroke using this simple resource from the @American_Heart. Visit stroke.org/en/ to learn more.

Join our friends @NCBA1970 on May 14 in Washington, DC for a day of health resources, community engagement, and uplifting experiences at the NCBA Community Day Health & Wellness Fair! 📅 May 14, 2026 ⏰10 AM–2 PM 📍1370 Harvard Street NW

Wellness. Community. Connection. Join NCBA for a day of health resources, community engagement, and uplifting experiences at our Community Day Health & Wellness Fair! 📅 May 14, 2026 ⏰ 10 AM–2 PM 📍1370 Harvard Street NW Because healthy communities thrive together. 💛

Older Americans Month is a celebration of wisdom, resilience, leadership, and legacy. The experiences of older adults don’t just tell stories of the past; they continue shaping our future every day. Rooted in Experience. Building Tomorrow. #OlderAmericansMonth #OAM2026

Learn more about Project PAUSE: agingresearch.org/news/project-p…

The coalition called for reporting that clearly distinguishes between appropriate and inappropriate use of these medications. Read the full testimony: agingresearch.org/news/project-p…

Last week, the Alliance, on behalf of Project PAUSE coalition partners, urged @CMSGov to reexamine the long-stay antipsychotic medication quality measure within the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Five-Star Quality Rating System. agingresearch.org/news/project-p…