Financial scams are a growing problem, with older adults among the most frequent targets. In 2023 alone, people over 60 lost approximately $3.4 billion to fraudulent schemes. Scammers exploit their financial stability, trust, and sometimes lack of familiarity with modern technology. These crimes often go unreported because victims feel embarrassed or fear they won’t be […]

Aging brings profound changes—both physically and emotionally—that can make it difficult for seniors to express their mental health concerns. Depression in older adults is often overlooked or mistaken for the natural effects of aging, leading to underdiagnosed and untreated cases. Many seniors may not even recognize their own symptoms, attributing persistent sadness, fatigue, or withdrawal […]

Grief can feel like a lonely road, especially when it involves the loss of someone deeply important. For seniors, navigating the emotional weight of grief and loss is a unique journey. Whether it’s the passing of a spouse, a close friend, or even the gradual loss of a loved one due to illness, the pain […]

At the Anchorage Senior Activity Center, there’s a new program bringing Latin American seniors together. It’s called “Encuentro de Hispanos” (Meeting of Hispanics), organized by Ninetta Regalado, who’s originally from the Dominican Republic. This program helps seniors connect by chatting in Spanish while enjoying music, dancing, and conversation. On February 11th, about twenty seniors, all […]

The Toronto Senior Citizens group is preparing for an exciting five-day trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, from May 5-9, 2025. This trip offers a mix of entertainment, cultural experiences, and opportunities to explore the Pennsylvania Dutch region. With a carefully planned itinerary, participants will visit historic sites, enjoy live performances, and experience the unique charm of […]

National Geographic and the National Institute on Aging have identified five regions around the world where large communities of people live to be over 100 years old. These areas, known as the Blue Zone, include California in the U.S., Nicoya in Costa Rica, Sardinia in Italy, Ikaria in Greece, and Okinawa in Japan. People in these […]

House Republicans have introduced two new bills to help senior citizens save on taxes, following former President Donald Trump’s tax reform goals. If these bills pass, they would make more Social Security income tax-free and offer extra tax deductions for older Americans. Representative Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) introduced the “Bonus Tax Relief for America’s Seniors Act” […]

The search for an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of the most urgent challenges in medical science. While existing therapies primarily target symptoms rather than the underlying causes, recent research has identified glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists as potential candidates for modifying disease progression. Originally developed for managing type 2 diabetes and […]