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Mather Institute is an award-winning resource for research and information about wellness, aging, trends in senior living, and successful aging service innovations. Through landmark research studies, often in partnership with universities around the country, the Institute has helped shape the aging services industry by sharing insights, information, and best practices.

The Age Well Study Report

Year 4 Findings

This in-depth study focuses on factors associated with Life Plan Community residents’ stress and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, including individual and organizational characteristics.

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Living Together to Live Independently: How Assisted Living Communities Can Promote Aging In Place
By Nicole Lehpamer, PhD, Senior Housing

Given the natural decline in health that comes with aging, some older adults eventually require additional care provided by nursing homes or assisted living facilities.…

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TRENDING NOW: Combatting Loneliness & Isolation with Empathetic Robots
By Ajla Basic, Technology

Older adults across New York State will be pleasantly surprised when they open their mail to find a new companion! The Daily Gazette is reporting…

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Whole Grains & Brain Gains: The Surprising Association between Dietary Fiber & Cognitive Function
By Laurel Mertz, Aging & Wellness

Exploring ways to maintain healthy cognitive function is a vital part of supporting aging well. A new study focused on higher dietary fiber intake as…

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    Transforming the Lives of Older Adults

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