The John A. Hartford Foundation

06/12/2026

ICYMI - Everyday stress can take a toll on heart health, especially as we age.

A new Detroit Free Press article highlights Wayne State University research on how daily stress may affect high blood pressure and heart health among older African Americans. It also shares the story of Melvin Bishop, 69, who learned to manage his blood pressure by reducing stress, exercising regularly, taking his medication and making healthier food choices.

His advice is simple but powerful: pause, take a deep breath and choose how to respond.

Stress is a far less studied cause of heart disease than diabetes and high cholesterol and too often dismissed as a reality of daily life. The WSU study hopes to correct that.

06/11/2026

With extreme heat affecting many communities this summer, it's important to know how to stay safe.

The HealthinAging.org Foundation's free Hot Weather Safety Tips guide for older adults covers hydration, heat-related warning signs and ways to stay cool. The tip sheet is available in English and Spanish.

Download and share with your family & friends: https://ow.ly/cKj750WAk1x

06/10/2026

If you're helping to care for an older person with Alzheimer's or dementia, you know how challenging it can be. Thankfully, help is available.

Best Programs for Caregiving offers a free, searchable directory to help caregivers find trusted support in their communities. Enter your ZIP code to explore available resources: https://bpc.caregiver.org/

Learn more about how to use this resource in this video from Benjamin Rose: https://ow.ly/ypJX50W0X1g

06/09/2026

We're pleased to announce $13.5 million in new grants to advance the Age-Friendly Health Systems movement toward national scale through clinical practice, research, education and policy.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/otRR50Z91mq

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06/08/2026

After a life-threatening heart failure diagnosis, Detroit resident James Young II transformed his health and became a heart health advocate, encouraging others to take one step at a time.

In a new Detroit Free Press article, Cassandra Spratling shares Young's journey from patient to advocate, highlighting the importance of improving blood pressure and supporting heart health as we age.

Spratling is a 2025-2026 Gerontological Society of America Journalists in Aging Fellow supported by JAHF.

Read the article: https://ow.ly/yf7G50Z5nnW

A 14-year fight to save his failing heart has meant a world of change for James Young II, who now works to help others save their hearts too.

06/05/2026

If you are a caregiver supporting a loved one, it is easy to put your own needs last—but your well-being matters.

This resource from Family Caregiver Alliance offers practical self-care tips to help caregivers manage stress, stay healthy and avoid burnout.

Explore it here: https://www.caregiver.org/resource/taking-care-you-self-care-family-caregivers/

06/04/2026

Sleep patterns can change with age, but quality rest remains essential to health and well-being.

A WebMD article explains common reasons older adults may experience sleep problems, from medication side effects and stress to sleep disorders, and offers simple steps that may help improve rest.

Half of all adults over the age of 65 have sleep problems. WebMD looks at how aging may affect sleep patterns.

06/03/2026

As people age, some routine screenings, procedures and medications may offer less benefit and sometimes more risk.

A new KFF Health News article explores three common medical routines older adults may not need, including certain skin lesion removals, thyroid medication use and repeat colonoscopies.

Some screenings and treatments no longer make sense for patients as they age. Researchers have just added a few more to the list.

06/02/2026

Aging at home takes planning, the right support, and access to trusted information.

Wirecutter's "Guide to Aging in Place" brings together practical tools and real-life insights to help older adults and families navigate everything from home safety and caregiving to financial protection and staying connected.

Whether you're planning for yourself or a loved one, explore resources to help older adults age safely and confidently at home.

Aging at home requires planning and the right support. From home modifications to scam-proofing your finances, we’ve built the ultimate toolkit to help you (or a loved one) age at home safely and confidently.

06/01/2026

As the U.S. population ages, the need for high-quality, age-friendly care continues to grow.

A new American Medical Association article highlights the geriatrician shortage and the importance of training all clinicians in the 4Ms Framework: What Matters, Medication, Mentation and Mobility.

Geriatrician Peter Hollmann, MD, outlines how to address the geriatrician shortage, and how to get older adults the high-quality care they deserve.