The New Science of the Aging Brain
Recently proven principles, if practiced, support healthy brain aging and reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. As a fourth-year medical
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Changing the face of aging with Oasis
Participants from across the Oasis network are learning new things, taking charge of their wellness and embracing opportunities to have an impact on their communities.
The Caregiving Dilemma: When Family Support is not an Option
Family caregiving has long been the cornerstone of our healthcare system, but not everyone has that option.
Oasis tutors prove that finding right volunteer fit can lead to lasting path of purpose
Once Oasis tutors discover the impact they can have on a child, they are ready to come back year after year.
Federal Grants Enable Preventive Health Programs to Reach More Older Missourians
Oasis, the Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging and the Curators of the University of Missouri will reach more older adults throughout Missouri with support from the Administration for Community Living (ACL).
Medicare Open Enrollment starts in October each year. Stay informed about changes.
Medicare Open Enrollment for 2019 coverage starts October 15 and lasts through December 7. Find out what you need to know to ensure you have the coverage you need.
Oasis and Anthem Foundation partner to help older adults reduce chronic disease risk
The Oasis Institute, a thought leader in healthy aging, and Anthem Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Anthem, Inc., continue their partnership to offer free classes to older adults through the Oasis Healthy Habits program.
Looking to lose weight? Think less about diets, more about lasting lifestyle changes.
Most people associate weight loss with dieting, but for lasting results, developing healthy habits that you can actually stick with is the proven approach.
Protect your Medicare number to prevent scams
Medicare is removing Social Security numbers from Medicare Cards beginning in 2018 to reduce potential for fraud.
Managing your “stuff”
As older Americans we have “stuff” that we carry/have carried through our life cycle. Sometimes it’s family issues, sometimes it’s work issues. No matter what "stuff" you have, are you managing it? In the spirit of this year's Older Americans Month, "Safe Today, Healthy Tomorrow," Oasis member Ruth Jenerson shares her journey on taking control of her "stuff" so she can live a healthy life.