Healthy and active aging
Helpful University of Nevada, Reno, local, state and national resources for older adults, care partners and families in Northern Nevada.
University resources
Find University programs that support healthy aging, lifelong learning, dementia education and community engagement.
Sanford Center for Aging: Services, education and programs that support health, independence and well-being for older adults.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Lectures, courses, interest groups, outdoor activities and online learning options for older adults.
Extension healthy aging initiative: Classes, trainings and volunteer opportunities for older adults and people who support them.
Local resources
Explore local services for senior support, community programs, wellness, housing, legal help and social connection.
Washoe County senior services: Senior services, caregiver support, nutrition, housing information, legal services and volunteer opportunities.
City of Reno senior resources: Engagement activities, senior events, advisory board information, wellness programs and home modification resources.
State and federal resources
Find Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, veterans benefits, protective services, legal help and senior support resources.
Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division
Senior resource guides:
Dementia and healthy aging
Learn about dementia, cognitive reserve, social connection and practical ways to support healthy aging.
Dementia Self-Management Guidebook: A free guidebook with practical modules for people living with dementia.
DEER Program: Dementia education, engagement, training and community support through the University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health.
Transportation
Find transportation options for older adults in Reno, Sparks and Washoe County.
Suggest a resource
To suggest another resource for this list, email Glenn Miller at glennm@unr.edu.
With gratitude
Thank you to the University of Nevada, Reno's School of Public Health for their valuable assistance in researching and writing this page on active and healthy aging.