Technology is constantly evolving. When used by seniors, technology can be transformative in helping anyone who wants to live more independently and stay healthy in both mind and body.  Wearable health monitors, user-friendly communication devic…

WHAT U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines aging in place as “the ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably regardless of age, income or ability level.” It’s a con…

Every year, millions of older Americans become victims of some type of financial fraud. It’s a massive problem, with the FBI estimating that seniors lose more than $3 billion each year due to fraud. The National Council on Aging reports that 10…

Older adults face many transitions as the years go by, not the least of which is going from working in a job or career to retirement, a change that opens a new phase of life and which, nonetheless, can be a significant and challenging time for senior…

Keeping mentally and emotionally healthy is crucial for older adults who face unique challenges as the years accrue—transitioning to retirement, coping with the loss of loved ones, or making a change to living in a senior living community are just a …

While the average life expectancy for males in the U.S. is 74.8 years and 80.2 years for females, more Americans than ever before are living to the age of 100 or older. One study finds that one of every 5,000 people in the U.S. is a centenarian. Whil…