Promoting digital literacy is key to helping seniors navigate technology and maintain independence, especially as the population of older adults continues to grow.
This Remote Caregiving Gadget Lets You Check on Loved Ones From Afar
JubileeTV aids families in remote elder care through tech support, video calls, and medication reminders.
The Best Tech Support Services for Seniors
Promoting digital literacy is key to helping seniors navigate technology and maintain independence, especially as the population of older adults continues to grow.
This Remote Caregiving Gadget Lets You Check on Loved Ones From Afar
JubileeTV aids families in remote elder care through tech support, video calls, and medication reminders.
Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse
Aging homes and insufficient funds contribute to the housing crisis, particularly for lower-income seniors facing health and mobility issues.
Senior affordable housing lottery opens in East Flatbush with rents as low as $0 * Brooklyn Paper
Affordable housing lottery for seniors opens in East Flatbush, offering 58 units aimed at low-income residents with a focus on community and sustainability.
Affordable housing lottery opens for seniors at new 8-story development in Prospect Lefferts Gardens * Brooklyn Paper
A new affordable housing lottery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens offers 27 units for seniors, with rent prices ranging from $1,483 to $1,552 per month.
Senior homelessness is a growing concern, GAO reports
Homelessness among U.S. seniors is increasing significantly, with 138,000 experiencing homelessness on a single night in 2023.
Senior Affordable Housing Lottery Opens in PLG
New affordable housing lottery opens for seniors in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
27 out of 49 total units are set aside for low to moderate income households.
Studios and one-bedroom apartments are priced at $1,483 and $1,552, respectively.
Here Are the Top Places for Middle-Class Americans to Retire | Entrepreneur
Many seniors prefer to stay in their homes during retirement.
There is a significant gap between retirement savings and what is perceived as needed for a comfortable retirement.
Cost of living is a critical factor in retirement location decisions.
Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse
Aging homes and insufficient funds contribute to the housing crisis, particularly for lower-income seniors facing health and mobility issues.
Senior affordable housing lottery opens in East Flatbush with rents as low as $0 * Brooklyn Paper
Affordable housing lottery for seniors opens in East Flatbush, offering 58 units aimed at low-income residents with a focus on community and sustainability.
Affordable housing lottery opens for seniors at new 8-story development in Prospect Lefferts Gardens * Brooklyn Paper
A new affordable housing lottery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens offers 27 units for seniors, with rent prices ranging from $1,483 to $1,552 per month.
Senior homelessness is a growing concern, GAO reports
Homelessness among U.S. seniors is increasing significantly, with 138,000 experiencing homelessness on a single night in 2023.
Senior Affordable Housing Lottery Opens in PLG
New affordable housing lottery opens for seniors in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
27 out of 49 total units are set aside for low to moderate income households.
Studios and one-bedroom apartments are priced at $1,483 and $1,552, respectively.
Here Are the Top Places for Middle-Class Americans to Retire | Entrepreneur
Many seniors prefer to stay in their homes during retirement.
There is a significant gap between retirement savings and what is perceived as needed for a comfortable retirement.
Cost of living is a critical factor in retirement location decisions.
Housing and Planning Committee recommends City Council prioritize housing for seniors and people with disabilities - Austin Monitor
City Council recommends prioritizing city-owned land for senior and disabled housing, including cooperative housing and community land trusts in equitable transit-oriented developments.
Why downsizing is not an easy call for seniors and families to make
Discussing downsizing with seniors requires sensitivity, as they face emotional challenges and practical considerations about mobility and home environment.
Meet the boomers who are leaving their big homes
Empty nesters are increasingly downsizing to smaller homes, prioritizing their actual living space needs.
Why downsizing is not an easy call for seniors and families to make
Discussing downsizing with seniors requires sensitivity, as they face emotional challenges and practical considerations about mobility and home environment.
Meet the boomers who are leaving their big homes
Empty nesters are increasingly downsizing to smaller homes, prioritizing their actual living space needs.
Opinion: One way to help aging Angelenos combat housing insecurity and loneliness
Seniors are the fastest-growing segment of California's homeless population, exacerbated by rising housing costs and insufficient Social Security benefits.
Disabled SF seniors displaced by fire frustrated after being given only 2 days to move back home
Displaced seniors from a fire in San Francisco's Japantown are advocating for better treatment and communication regarding their housing situation.
Opinion: One way to help aging Angelenos combat housing insecurity and loneliness
Seniors are the fastest-growing segment of California's homeless population, exacerbated by rising housing costs and insufficient Social Security benefits.
Disabled SF seniors displaced by fire frustrated after being given only 2 days to move back home
Displaced seniors from a fire in San Francisco's Japantown are advocating for better treatment and communication regarding their housing situation.
This Coastal Town Was Just Named the Best 'Hidden Gem' Vacation Destination in the U.S. for Retirees and Seniors
Palm Coast, Florida, is recognized as the top hidden gem travel destination for seniors in the U.S.
Q&A with Senior Helpers Glen and Michelle Scharfeld
Glen and Michelle Scharfeld founded Senior Helpers to provide quality in-home care for seniors and veterans, addressing gaps in available resources and enhancing lives.
Latest climate protest in Lower Manhattan sees dozens of seniors arrested | amNewYork
Seniors protested Citigroup's financing of fossil fuels to fight for future generations as part of the Summer of Heat movement.
District 1 candidates on Richmond seniors' access to the rest of the city
Seniors in Richmond face significant transportation challenges, particularly regarding accessing medical services, indicating a need for improved transit solutions.
Best Electric Tricycles, 2024 | Top 3 Picks From Our Testing | Electric Bike Report
E-trikes are gaining popularity, offering stability and opening new transportation opportunities. Choose based on individual needs, such as weight, storage, or transportability.
Sunnyvale considers ride-share service for commuting students - San Jose Spotlight
Sunnyvale is considering partnering with a multi-city ride-share service called Silicon Valley Hopper (SV Hopper) to improve transportation accessibility for residents.
Residents spoke in support of SV Hopper, highlighting its potential benefits for students, seniors, disabled residents, and businesses in Sunnyvale.
District 1 candidates on Richmond seniors' access to the rest of the city
Seniors in Richmond face significant transportation challenges, particularly regarding accessing medical services, indicating a need for improved transit solutions.
Best Electric Tricycles, 2024 | Top 3 Picks From Our Testing | Electric Bike Report
E-trikes are gaining popularity, offering stability and opening new transportation opportunities. Choose based on individual needs, such as weight, storage, or transportability.
Sunnyvale considers ride-share service for commuting students - San Jose Spotlight
Sunnyvale is considering partnering with a multi-city ride-share service called Silicon Valley Hopper (SV Hopper) to improve transportation accessibility for residents.
Residents spoke in support of SV Hopper, highlighting its potential benefits for students, seniors, disabled residents, and businesses in Sunnyvale.
How can seniors learn about AI's benefits and threats? Take a free class - here's how
The older generation, including seniors, are increasingly being targeted for specialized AI education due to the importance of AI in everyday life and potential benefits such as medical tracking and mental wellness.
How older adults are preparing for the 'greatest technological revolution'
Older adults are taking classes to understand artificial intelligence and its implications, facing both benefits and threats of the technology.
The HELOC High Yield Hack Homeowners Should Wake Up To
HELOCs are a good option for homeowners, especially seniors, to access cash without selling their home.
75-year-old N.J. woman drugged, robbed of thousands of dollars. How officials say criminals are targeting vulnerable seniors
Be cautious of criminals using drugged cloths to rob vulnerable seniors in New Jersey.
Why a Travel Mobility Scooter is Perfect for the Adventurers
Travel mobility scooters enhance independence and adventure for seniors and individuals with mobility issues.
Legalized Weed Is Landing More Seniors in the E.R.
A new study shows that seniors are at risk of cannabis poisoning, with a significant increase in emergency room visits post-legalization, notably after the introduction of edibles.
Cycle Your Way to Better Sleep
Cycling can significantly improve sleep quality in seniors by reducing stress, regulating sleep-wake cycles, and improving overall health.
Earth Day for Seniors: Six Activities for Connection and Well-being
Engaging in Earth Day activities boosts seniors' physical and mental health through nature connection and community involvement.
Column: Cereal for dinner? It's one way to beat supermarket inflation
Seniors struggle with food insecurity and rising costs.
Some retirees resort to cost-cutting strategies like utilizing coupons and seeking bargains at stores.
Study Finds Seniors Benefit from Virtual Reality
Virtual reality study with seniors showed positive effects
VR experiences included parachuting, tank riding, and visiting different locations
Removing Barriers to Healthcare - San Francisco Bay Times
More seniors and people with disabilities in California are now eligible for healthcare under Medi-Cal due to the elimination of the asset test.
The asset test required individuals to have no more than $2,000 in certain assets, making it difficult for them to save or inherit money without losing their health coverage.
Bensonhurst seniors turn out for CenterLight PACE health fair * Brooklyn Paper
CenterLight Healthcare PACE held a health fair to raise awareness about long-term care options for seniors.
The fair provided insight into Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and CenterLight's healthcare centers that allow seniors to age at home.
Other healthcare providers also offered health advice and free blood pressure screenings at the fair.
Some downtown Toronto roads reopen as construction pauses for winter
The number of seniors in Canada's visible minority population is predicted to triple in the next two decades.
Health-care systems in Canada are not prepared to meet the diverse needs of the growing senior population.
White Christmas unlikely in Toronto this year with warm weather ahead
The number of seniors in Canada's visible minority population is projected to triple in the next 20 years.
Experts believe that health-care systems in Canada are not prepared to meet the needs of the increasingly diverse senior population.
Removing Barriers to Healthcare - San Francisco Bay Times
More seniors and people with disabilities in California are now eligible for healthcare under Medi-Cal due to the elimination of the asset test.
The asset test required individuals to have no more than $2,000 in certain assets, making it difficult for them to save or inherit money without losing their health coverage.
Bensonhurst seniors turn out for CenterLight PACE health fair * Brooklyn Paper
CenterLight Healthcare PACE held a health fair to raise awareness about long-term care options for seniors.
The fair provided insight into Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and CenterLight's healthcare centers that allow seniors to age at home.
Other healthcare providers also offered health advice and free blood pressure screenings at the fair.
Some downtown Toronto roads reopen as construction pauses for winter
The number of seniors in Canada's visible minority population is predicted to triple in the next two decades.
Health-care systems in Canada are not prepared to meet the diverse needs of the growing senior population.
White Christmas unlikely in Toronto this year with warm weather ahead
The number of seniors in Canada's visible minority population is projected to triple in the next 20 years.
Experts believe that health-care systems in Canada are not prepared to meet the needs of the increasingly diverse senior population.
Developer to Build Retirement Village in Woodland Hills
California Commercial Investment Group and other investors have purchased 19 acres in Woodland Hills for $30 million to build a luxury retirement village.
The retirement village, called Woodland Hills: A Life Plan Community, will consist of luxury homes for seniors with amenities such as a pool, spa, gourmet restaurant, movie theater, and more.
COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing in US, rates are highest among oldest and youngest
COVID-19 hospitalizations have been increasing for almost a month following a period of decline and low levels during the summer.
As of November 25, there were 19,444 weekly hospitalizations compared to 15,006 four weeks earlier.