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fromFast Company
3 days ago

5 ways to help your elderly parents prepare for hurricanes

Emergency preparedness for older adults must prioritize their unique needs, ensuring they have a plan and supplies ready before storms arrive.
Retirement
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

Tips For Targeting Older Consumers Via Influencer Marketing

Many companies overlook older consumers despite their significant market presence and spending power, leading to ineffective marketing strategies.
#poverty
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Older New Yorkers face enough uncertainty they shouldn't have to worry about their next meal | amNewYork

Growing food insecurity among older New Yorkers, exacerbated by inflation and funding cuts, raises urgent concerns about their ability to access nutritious meals.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Report Finds Rising Financial Insecurity Among Older Adults in New York

Growing financial insecurity among older adults in New York demands urgent state intervention.
Significant disparities in financial stability exist among seniors across different regions.
fromBKReader
5 days ago
Brooklyn

More Than 60% of Older Brooklynites Say They Don't Have Retirement Income, Study Says

NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Older New Yorkers face enough uncertainty they shouldn't have to worry about their next meal | amNewYork

Growing food insecurity among older New Yorkers, exacerbated by inflation and funding cuts, raises urgent concerns about their ability to access nutritious meals.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Report Finds Rising Financial Insecurity Among Older Adults in New York

Growing financial insecurity among older adults in New York demands urgent state intervention.
Significant disparities in financial stability exist among seniors across different regions.
fromBKReader
5 days ago
Brooklyn

More Than 60% of Older Brooklynites Say They Don't Have Retirement Income, Study Says

#cognitive-function
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Older Adults Are Sharing The Common Experiences From The Past That Have Younger Folks Confused

Girls and women had to wear rubber swim caps in the pool. They were hard to get on and hurt to get off. That changed in the '60s when guys started sporting longer hair.
Women
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Bigger fonts and no trucks: How Lyft designed its new app for older riders

Lyft redesigned its app, Lyft Silver, specifically for older adults to better meet their transportation needs.
#health
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Exercise

Doctors Have Found That Walking 10K Steps A Day Isn't Necessary, So Read This Before You Go On That Run

fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Exercise

Doctors Have Found That Walking 10K Steps A Day Isn't Necessary, So Read This Before You Go On That Run

fromState of the Planet
3 weeks 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
#fitness
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I do aqua aerobics with women in their 80s it's the most fun I've had exercising | Kate Leaver

Aqua aerobics at Sydney's Andrew Boy Charlton aquatic centre serves as a joyful community space for older women, reinforcing that fitness can be fun.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I do aqua aerobics with women in their 80s it's the most fun I've had exercising | Kate Leaver

Aqua aerobics at Sydney's Andrew Boy Charlton aquatic centre serves as a joyful community space for older women, reinforcing that fitness can be fun.
#community-support
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Op-ed | New York is getting older. Can we keep up? * Brooklyn Paper

Older adults in New York City are increasingly facing financial hardship due to rising costs and insufficient funding for essential services.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Op-ed | New York is getting older. Can we keep up? * Brooklyn Paper

Older adults in New York City are increasingly facing financial hardship due to rising costs and insufficient funding for essential services.
#cannabis
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

CBD vs. THC: Which Cannabis Compound is Right for You?

CBD offers therapeutic benefits without the high, making it suitable for older adults.
THC provides medicinal benefits but poses risks for older adults due to its psychoactive effects.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

CBD vs. THC: Which Cannabis Compound is Right for You?

CBD offers therapeutic benefits without the high, making it suitable for older adults.
THC provides medicinal benefits but poses risks for older adults due to its psychoactive effects.
#retirement-planning
Digital life
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Get granny on Gmail - computer and smartphone use lowers risk of brain decline by 42%

Regular tech use in older adults may reduce cognitive impairment risk, challenging the digital dementia hypothesis.
#ageism
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

MPs critical of ageist 'wealth-hoarding' labels for baby boomers

Critics warn that negative portrayals of baby boomers in media risk normalizing ageist attitudes toward older generations.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Challenging Medical Ageism After 50

Ageism significantly impacts healthcare outcomes, leading to neglect of older patients.
Medical evaluations for those over 50 should be collaborative, focusing on informed decisions.
Age-based discrimination in healthcare contributes to cognitive decline and worsening health.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

MPs critical of ageist 'wealth-hoarding' labels for baby boomers

Critics warn that negative portrayals of baby boomers in media risk normalizing ageist attitudes toward older generations.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Challenging Medical Ageism After 50

Ageism significantly impacts healthcare outcomes, leading to neglect of older patients.
Medical evaluations for those over 50 should be collaborative, focusing on informed decisions.
Age-based discrimination in healthcare contributes to cognitive decline and worsening health.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Bay Are Older Adults plan visit to animal farm, jailhouse

Orwell meets Elvis for an Animal Farm and Jailhouse Rock Day Trip invites adults aged 50 and over to learn about local history and emotional support.
Mission District
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Baby boomers want to downsize their homes. But they fear the big, bad HOA fee.

Sky-high home prices in the New York City suburbs aren't the only obstacle: Many condos also come with daunting and non-negotiable homeowners association fees. Luzzi worries that even if he can afford to buy a new home, he won't be able to keep up with the unpredictable communal costs.
NYC real estate
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Bay Ridge Center marks one year in new home with anniversary party, St. Pat's celebration * Brooklyn Paper

"What a first year it has been. Since opening last March 11, Bay Ridge Center has tripled its membership and currently offers over 90 programs weekly."
Brooklyn
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Older Americans watching their retirement investments fluctuate under Trump: 'I hope he knows what he's doing.'

Older Americans face financial uncertainty amid market downturn, with mixed feelings regarding their retirement outlook.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Seniors increasingly rely on credit cards for basic living expenses

Many older adults are increasingly using credit cards for essential expenses, eroding retirement security.
Unexpected expenses and healthcare costs are key drivers of credit card debt among older individuals.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | Mayor Adams' budget cuts abandon older New Yorkers: An ageist betrayal of those who built this city | amNewYork

New York City is cutting critical funding for older adult centers, risking essential support services for a growing senior population.
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Saliva that fights norovirus? Experimental oral vaccine is nothing to spit at.

The experimental norovirus vaccine shows promise for older adults by generating effective immune responses where needed most.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Older adults at highest risk for suicide, yet have fewest resources - Harvard Gazette

Older adults, particularly those 75 and older, are underserved by suicide prevention efforts despite high rates of suicidal ideation.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Older adults at highest risk for suicide, yet have fewest resources - Harvard Gazette

Older adults, particularly those 75 and older, are underserved by suicide prevention efforts despite high rates of suicidal ideation.
Retirement
fromtime.com
2 months ago

For Many of America's Aging Workers, Retirement Is a Distant Dream'

Older workers, like Walter Carpenter, continue working due to financial necessity, highlighting a growing trend in the aging workforce.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

Los Gatos senior housing development back on track - San Jose Spotlight

Mayor Matthew Hudes emphasized, "Aging in place is really important, not only at the Meadows, but in the rest of Los Gatos. We need to provide what they call village services that allow people to stay in their homes with the kind of support that they need."
Miscellaneous
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Taking vitamin D is unlikely to prevent falls or fractures. Here's what it does

Vitamin D and calcium supplements offer no "net benefit" for the prevention of falls or fractures in older adults, according to a draft recommendation from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
Health
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Overdose Survivors: Medical and Addiction Challenges

A significant population aged 65+ struggles with addiction, including opioids and alcohol, facing severe health consequences.
Miscellaneous
fromBustle
5 months ago

Michelle Obama's Dating Reality Series Has 'Golden Bachelor' Vibes

The Later Daters focuses on older singles seeking companionship rather than competitive romance, fostering real connections in real-life dating scenarios.
fromThe Mercury News
6 months ago

November events give older adults chance to get outdoors

Participants in the upcoming Bay Area Older Adults events will enjoy expert-led birding and wine history walks, enhancing their appreciation for nature and local culture.
Miscellaneous
fromPortlandTribune.com
9 months ago

More senior Oregonians, those with disabilities, to become eligible for in-home service

The Oregon Health Authority announced that the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has approved the expansion of a support program for older adults and people with disabilities, allowing them to live independently.
Medicine
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