Welcome to Sanford Center for Aging

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life and well-being among elders through education, translational research and community outreach. We bring this mission to life through a variety of programs, services, educational coursework and clinical services, all designed to improve the quality of life for elders.

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Support for caregivers and care recipients starts here

With funding from Community Care Corps, Sanford Center for Aging will pilot an in-home volunteer companionship program supporting both caregivers and care recipients equally. Our goal is for caregivers to feel supported and more confident in their caregiving journey, as well as for care recipients to enjoy friendly visits. Learn how you can be involved as a client or a volunteer.

Learn about our caregiver support
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Sanford Center for Aging fall wellness workshops are open!

Free, evidence-based workshops include Fit & Strong, Diabetes Self-Management and so much more. Offered both in person around the community and online, there is something for everyone! 

Find a workshop and register

Join us for these events

Nov 13
OLLI Distinguished Speaker: Navigating Healthcare with Charles Yingling at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 09:30 AM Lectures & Seminars
Dec 01
Sanford Center for Aging Diabetes Prevention Program 12:00 PM Training & Workshops
Dec 09
Sanford Center for Aging Healthy Steps for Older Adults at Spanish Springs Library 10:30 AM Training & Workshops

Sanford Center for Aging News

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Can dietary supplements do all they promise?

Assessing the safety and necessity of supplements with an individual approach

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Free event provides balance assessments for 27 older adults

The Sanford Center for Aging hosted a free event as part of Falls Prevention Awareness Month

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Staying hydrated as we age

Many older adults are not drinking enough water