As we looked at in our recent blog post Motivators and Barriers to Engaging in Brain-Healthy Behaviors , older adults often experience a variety of obstacles to building habits that support and nurture their cognitive well-being. One such beneficial habit is eating well. The...
Understanding what drives — or deters — older adults from engaging in brain-healthy habits is essential for improving long-term cognitive well-being. The AARP Staying Sharp program identifies six pillars of brain health that can be remembered with the acronym “Be More”: B e...
In 2016, AARP conducted its first technology survey. Back then, just owning a smartphone set you apart from the crowd, wearables and smart speakers were newfangled devices for the rarified few, and most online activity revolved around email and browsing the internet. Fast-forward a decade,...
Life can feel like a never-ending string of profound changes — new relationships replacing old, evolving families, shifting living arrangements, new jobs, sudden health challenges … the list goes on. This is just as true for people in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond as it is for younger adults....
According to a 2024 report by the Alzheimer’s Association , nearly seven million Americans aged 65-plus live with Alzheimer’s dementia. Fortunately, recent years have seen significant advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s and its symptoms, including new medications...
The 2025 ATC Summit is just around the corner! Filled with speakers, roundtables and workshops, the Summit is an exciting time to dive deep and propel your AgeTech journey by honing skills such as refining your pitch, participating in focused breakout sessions, and learning from experts...
Even though an estimated 25 million women go through menopause each year , the topic has long been taboo, surrounded by secrecy and stigma . Thankfully, in recent years menopause has begun to emerge from the shadows and is increasingly becoming part of the mainstream cultural...
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In the rapidly growing field of technology, promoting diversity and inclusivity is not just a matter of social responsibility — it’s a key driver of innovation and success. Yet, according to a recent article in Forbes , founders from underrepresented groups face an especially difficult time...
Since our launch in January 2022, the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP has been on a mission to improve people’s lives as they age, specifically through the use of innovative and continually evolving technology. As we’ve grown by leaps and bounds in the last three years, we’ve always been keen...
Earlier this year, AARP published “2024 Tech Trends and Adults 50+,” an annual report that highlights cutting-edge research into how older adults are using technology and their attitudes toward it. This week, we wrap up our three-part series highlighting some of the report’s key takeaways,...
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