Senior Care Central

08/03/2026

Footwear Characteristics and Their Impact on Gait and Balance in Older Adults: A Systematic Review of Recent Evidence. https://agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jgs.70577

06/11/2026

06/04/2026

Longevity expert shares why connection matters for healthy aging.

05/15/2026

It comes down to simple habits you can follow every day

03/10/2026

The younger generation may think that all of today's technology is reserved only for their use, but that's simply not the truth. Many areas of this digital age can greatly benefit senior citizens, and here are just five ways that older folks can use technology to

03/04/2026

Explore our list of the best stethoscopes for nurses, discuss the best Littmann stethoscope, and learn options for nurses with hearing loss.

02/10/2026

February is American Heart Month—a reminder that heart health matters at every stage of life. For older adults, prevention, awareness, and daily support can make a meaningful difference.

Institute on Aging is proud to support healthier aging through compassionate care, education, and connection.

01/15/2026

Many caregivers experience exhaustion and emotional strain. Experiencing burnout can be a signal that additional support may be needed.

Resources are available to help.

📍Explore caregiver support options from the Family Caregiver Alliance at Caregiver.org.

11/04/2025

Background There are three major types of skin cancer: basal cell, squamous cell, and malignant melanoma (MM). Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer, accounting for 65–85% of cases (Kennedy-Malone et al., 2000). According to the American Cancer Society (2013), more than 3.5 million c...