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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'Autofocus' specs promise sharp vision, near or far

These liquid crystals we can rotate them with an electrical field. It's totally, freely tuneable.
Gadgets
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

A Sense of Purpose Promotes Cognitive Health

Participants who started out with higher levels of well-being also tended to have higher levels of cognitive function. When participants experienced declines in well-being, they showed similarly-sized declines in cognition.
Mental health
#new-york-city
NYC food
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: Older New Yorkers Built This City-Now They're Going Hungry

New York City must modernize its food distribution system for older adults beyond the current limited meal model.
NYC food
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: Older New Yorkers Built This City-Now They're Going Hungry

New York City must modernize its food distribution system for older adults beyond the current limited meal model.
#economic-impact
Retirement
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: If people taking care of our elders get deported, will anyone take their place?

The U.S. faces a caregiver shortage amid increasing demand as the population ages, worsened by potential immigration restrictions.
Retirement
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: If people taking care of our elders get deported, will anyone take their place?

The U.S. faces a caregiver shortage amid increasing demand as the population ages, worsened by potential immigration restrictions.
#demographics
Europe news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Conor Skehan: Pension upheaval is a certainty in the face of major population changes

Global population will peak in the next 25 years, leading to an aging demographic.
Europe is the first region experiencing this population shift.
Europe news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Conor Skehan: Pension upheaval is a certainty in the face of major population changes

Global population will peak in the next 25 years, leading to an aging demographic.
Europe is the first region experiencing this population shift.
#social-security
Tech industry
fromPoynter
4 months ago

Are 150-year-old Americans receiving Social Security checks, as Elon Musk said? - Poynter

Elon Musk highlighted discrepancies in Social Security data during a White House event, notably referencing individuals coded as 150 years old.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

The Ultimate Social Security Playbook for 2025

Navigating Social Security complexities is crucial for those nearing retirement, especially with a large increase in retirees.
Tech industry
fromPoynter
4 months ago

Are 150-year-old Americans receiving Social Security checks, as Elon Musk said? - Poynter

Elon Musk highlighted discrepancies in Social Security data during a White House event, notably referencing individuals coded as 150 years old.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

The Ultimate Social Security Playbook for 2025

Navigating Social Security complexities is crucial for those nearing retirement, especially with a large increase in retirees.
#retirement
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

A Tsunami of Seniors: How Record Numbers of Retirees are Swamping the Economy

The approaching wave of retirees will significantly influence various sectors of the economy.
Financial services and assisted living industries are likely to benefit from the surge of older adults.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

A Tsunami of Seniors: How Record Numbers of Retirees are Swamping the Economy

The approaching wave of retirees will significantly influence various sectors of the economy.
Financial services and assisted living industries are likely to benefit from the surge of older adults.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Senior renter population grew by nearly 30% in the past decade

The senior renter boom indicates a migration trend of downsizing retirees and grandparents relocating to be near their grandchildren, with a 30% increase among renters aged 65 plus.
Real estate
#healthcare
Retirement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Lopez: If caregivers for our elders get deported, who takes their place?

The shortage of caregivers is worsening as demographic shifts increase, yet federal immigration policies threaten to reduce the available workforce.
Retirement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Lopez: If caregivers for our elders get deported, who takes their place?

The shortage of caregivers is worsening as demographic shifts increase, yet federal immigration policies threaten to reduce the available workforce.
#long-term-care
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Aging in Place in the Vertical City: Elevators Are Now a Must-Have for Some Homeowners

Driven by an aging population and the realities of urban living, more people are seeing elevators not as extravagant add-ons but as smart investments.
NYC real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Seniors are the fastest-growing age group in the Bay Area, and nationwide

In the Bay Area, the growing senior population contrasts with a stagnant youth population, raising concerns for economic development and community sustainability.
East Bay (California)
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Will the Impending Wave of Seniors Inundate City Streets? - Streetsblog USA

As Baby Boomers age out of driving, American cities must adapt their policies to accommodate the new transportation needs of older adults.
Alternative transportation
Wearables
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Tips for aging in place from ... Best Buy?

Technology is crucial for supporting the aging population's needs in their homes.
Best Buy focuses on solutions for aging in place with consumer health products.
The number of Americans over 65 will significantly increase in the coming two decades.
#healthcare-crisis
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

America's aging population faces a growing shortage of geriatric care

The shortage of geriatricians poses a critical risk to healthcare access for America's aging population.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Health Care Deserts: Where A Lack Of Doctors Could Be Hurting Health Outcomes

The United States faces a physician shortage exacerbated by an aging population and increasing illness rates.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

America's aging population faces a growing shortage of geriatric care

The shortage of geriatricians poses a critical risk to healthcare access for America's aging population.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Health Care Deserts: Where A Lack Of Doctors Could Be Hurting Health Outcomes

The United States faces a physician shortage exacerbated by an aging population and increasing illness rates.
#economic-growth
#dementia
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Want to lower your dementia risk? Start by stressing less

Chronic psychological stress influences cognitive aging and dementia risk, with higher prevalence among women and marginalized groups.
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Want to lower your dementia risk? Start by stressing less

Chronic psychological stress influences cognitive aging and dementia risk, with higher prevalence among women and marginalized groups.
#retirement-planning
Remodel
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Remodeling for aging in place fell in Q1 but receptivity remains high

The demand for aging-in-place home modifications is rising due to economic volatility and an aging population.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | A call to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and advance equitable care for older adults | amNewYork

Proposed cuts to Medicare and Medicaid threaten access to essential health services for millions, particularly older adults.
#demographic-trends
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Walters: California's aging population will test whether demography is destiny

California's demographic shift is leading to a significant increase in its elderly population by 2040, requiring new policies to address their needs.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Walters: California's aging population will test whether demography is destiny

California's demographic shift is leading to a significant increase in its elderly population by 2040, requiring new policies to address their needs.
Retirement
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Aging Boom's next stage: Rise of the 100-somethings

Aging populations and increasing centenarians may indicate a demographic shift in society.
Centenarians are expected to quadruple in number by mid-century globally.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

How an entrepreneur found her niche: Boomers who need to get rid of their stuff

I would have torn my hair out, and Paul would have torn his out also, if we hadn't had her.
Retirement
#elderly-care
Design
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

How Architecture Brings Social Interaction in Care: 9 Elderly Care Facilities in Japan

Japan's aging population necessitates innovative design in elder care facilities to enhance dignity and comfort.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

How Architecture Brings Social Interaction in Care: 9 Elderly Care Facilities in Japan

Japan's aging population necessitates innovative design in elder care facilities to enhance dignity and comfort.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Why the silver tsunami' is a big challenge for small communities

Montana's aging population poses significant challenges for communities, highlighted by workforce shortages and insufficient care facilities.
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mental health

The Double Distinction of Aging and Mental Health Problems

Mental health issues in the elderly are often overlooked, leading to untreated conditions that worsen quality of life.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Mental health

Over-50s in England: tell us how your life satisfaction now compares to before the Covid pandemic

People over 50 in England report increased life satisfaction post-pandemic, though depression rates have risen.
fromState of the Planet
2 months ago

A New Way to Rank Countries on Successful Aging

The U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals lack specific indicators for older adults, despite their increasing global presence and the unique challenges they face.
Environment
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

California pauses prison medical parole program, opting for early release or incarceration

California has halted its medical parole program, risking vulnerable prisoners' wellbeing by returning them to prison or releasing them prematurely.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

How to Optimize Your Personal Health and Well-Being in 2025 | Entrepreneur

Staying active is crucial not just for physical health but also for mental well-being. The benefits of regular exercise extend beyond body fitness; they also include stress management and a boost in mental resilience.
Mental health
#japan
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Japan's service robot market projected to triple in five years | TechCrunch

Japan is increasingly using service robots to address labor shortages due to an aging population.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Japan struggles to address growing number of empty houses

Japan faces a housing crisis with millions of abandoned homes, posing threats of ghost neighborhoods and increased social spending on elderly care.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Japan's service robot market projected to triple in five years | TechCrunch

Japan is increasingly using service robots to address labor shortages due to an aging population.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Japan struggles to address growing number of empty houses

Japan faces a housing crisis with millions of abandoned homes, posing threats of ghost neighborhoods and increased social spending on elderly care.
#population-decline
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

China's population falls for a third straight year, posing challenges for its economy

China's population has declined for three consecutive years, highlighting significant demographic challenges including an aging population and a shortage of workers.
#covid-19-impact
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

What will it take to rekindle the senior housing market?

Senior housing development has stagnated, possibly leading to a shortage amid growing demand.
Many seniors prefer aging in place, impacting the senior housing market significantly.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

What will it take to rekindle the senior housing market?

Senior housing development has stagnated, possibly leading to a shortage amid growing demand.
Many seniors prefer aging in place, impacting the senior housing market significantly.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

Maine's aging population is a case study for supporting seniors

Maine established a Cabinet on Aging to improve services and coordination for older adults, focusing on economic and social issues vital for their well-being.
UX design
fromMedium
5 months ago

We're all going to need accessibility affordances one day

Aging populations necessitate more attention to accessibility in user experience design.
Disability is a predictable part of aging that must be acknowledged in design.
Medicine
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

Family caregivers are on the rise due to aging-in-place preferences

The number of older adults needing care increased significantly, with an associated rise in caregiving hours.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

Boomers, or boogeymen? The silver tsunami' brings anxiety and opportunity

The 'silver tsunami' phenomenon can be viewed as both a crisis and an investment opportunity, depending largely on one's perspective.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago

How much is London's population set to increase?

The UK's population growth is primarily driven by net migration, with predictions of significant increases in both the overall population and London's population.
Miscellaneous
fromTravel + Leisure
6 months ago

These Countries Are Incentivizing People to Move There With $1 Homes or $10,000+ Grants

Countries are offering incentives for relocation to revitalize communities, appealing to those seeking new experiences and perspectives abroad.
#robotics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

World's oldest person dies in Japan aged 116

Tomiko Itooka, who passed away at age 116, was known for her sprightly spirit, having loved bananas and the drink Calpis, inspiring many with her long life.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Walrus
6 months ago

2024: The Year in Health | The Walrus

Public health care systems are under increased strain due to a focus on language legislation, which distracts from addressing crucial staffing shortages and resources. This diversion of attention results in delayed care and reduced access for patients, showcasing the significance of prioritizing health needs over political agendas.
Health
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

As Drugstores Close, Older People Are Left in Pharmacy Deserts'

The closing of The Drug Store highlights the emotional and practical impacts on a rural community reliant on local healthcare services.
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