Older adults

 face high risks of mortality,

 institutionalization 

after hip-fracture surgery,

 study finds

By Foster Stubbs

The probability of death increased at a constant rate while nursing home admissions rates were higher in the 9 months following surgery.

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Cities aren’t built

 for older people

By Max Western

For the growing population of senior citizens with limitations to their mobility, strength or balance, crossing the road can be a stressful and sometimes life-threatening experience.

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How Much Protein 

Do Older Adults Need?

Find out how much protein you need daily and ways to effortlessly boost your intake.

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This Daily Coffee Habit 

May Help Slow 

the Aging Process

A few cups of coffee each day may help slow cellular aging in people with major mental illness

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The 4-Word Trick

 to Saying 

a Great Goodbye

By Angela Haupt

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By Aileen Ingram

(Guest Editorial)

You worked hard your whole life. Now you might need help with long-term care expenses. Your savings often block you from programs like Medicaid or SSI. These benefits demand you have very low assets. A single person must often have less than $2,000. Assets mean countable money like cash in the bank or stocks. Non-countable items, like your home, usually do not factor in. This guide shows legal ways to reduce those countable assets. You can stay eligible without breaking any rules. Always speak with an Elder Law Attorney first. They know the state specifics and help you avoid costly traps.

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Working while collecting

 Social Security: 

The 'slow fade' to retirement

 more people are choosing

By Kerry Hannon

The Center for Retirement Research at Boston College...found that 2 in 5 people combine work and benefits for at least some period of time.

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Why Strength Training

 Is the Best Anti-Ager

By Lauryn Higgins

If you want to age well, you probably already know the basics: eat a balanced diet, go for walks, stay socially engaged. But there’s one habit that experts say matters just as much—and in some cases, more—for long-term health: strength training.

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Lecture-based courses 

don't work for older adults,

 researchers warn

 A new study shows that older adults learn best when they're taught the same way that is best for younger people, with active participation, meaningful discussions, and material that feels relevant to their lives. 

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An 'explosion' of solo-agers 

are struggling with rising costs

 and little support:

 'I'm flying without a net'

By Eliza Relman 

A growing number of Americans are "solo-agers" — they live alone and don't have family to rely on.

They're much more likely to live in poverty and struggle with their health.

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What Older Adults 

Need to Know 

About Connecting 

and Staying Safe Online

By Claire Wolters

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I got a notice last week. My room and board at this A.L.F. will go up by about seven bucks a month. A.L.F. stands for Assisted Living Facility. It's a place for seniors like me who need some help with daily life.

The state lets them do this. Why? Starting in 2026, my Social Security checks get a 2.8 percent bump. That's the cost of living adjustment, or COLA. It matches rising prices. I don't mind the small rent hike at all.

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The tradition of leaving cookies and milk for Santa Claus has a rich history rooted in folklore, holiday customs, and the spirit of giving. Here's an overview of why this tradition developed:

- The modern Santa Claus is derived from Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Greek bishop known for his generosity and kindness. In European traditions, children left out food and gifts for Saint Nicholas and his helpers to thank them for their kindness.

- When Dutch settlers brought the legend of Sinterklaas to America, the tradition of leaving treats for the gift-bringer grew. Over time, Sinterklaas evolved into Santa Claus, especially in American culture during the 19th century.

- The custom of leaving cookies and milk specifically for Santa became popular in the United States in the early 20th century. It was seen as a way for children to show hospitality and gratitude to Santa, who was believed to travel around delivering gifts on Christmas Eve.

- Cookies and milk symbolize kindness, generosity, and the spirit of giving. Leaving treats also serve as a small thank-you for Santa’s efforts in bringing joy to children.