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Protect Yourself from Financial Scams

  • By: CoAction
  • Last Updated: May 12, 2025

Older adults lose a lot of money to scammers every year. You can protect yourself by becoming aware of common financial scams and how they work. Americans lose $10 billion to scams every year, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Scammers can steal …

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Protect Yourself from Financial Scams

Understanding Dementia

  • By: CoAction
  • Last Updated: May 2, 2025

“Dementia” describes brain changes that can interfere with daily life, and there are many types. Understanding and support can help people living with dementia live an enjoyable life. A common condition that can affect older adults is dementia. What does …

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Understanding Dementia

How to Protect Your Cognitive Health

  • By: CoAction
  • Last Updated: April 30, 2025

Can you keep your brain healthy? Can you prevent dementia? Researchers have answers to these questions. Good news: There’s a lot you can do. It’s natural to feel anxious about how our brain changes with aging. In fact, fear of dementia is common …

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How to Protect Your Cognitive Health

Housing Options for Older Adults

  • By: CoAction
  • Last Updated: April 19, 2025

Living in a home environment that matches your needs and your budget can help you thrive. It’s key to aging well. “Where you live as you age can have a substantial impact on your quality of life,” says the National Council on Agingopens a new …

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Housing Options for Older Adults

Supports for Caregivers: Finding Balance

  • By: CoAction
  • Last Updated: April 16, 2025

Being a family caregiver can be extremely demanding. Know that you are not alone. You can find support in your own community. In the U.S., 38 million people are caregivers, according to an AARP reportopens a new window. Together, they dedicate 36 billion …

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Supports for Caregivers: Finding Balance