Getting up from a chair seems like one of those things you should be able to do without thinking. But for many older adults, it becomes harder over the years. And while age plays a role, it may not be the real reason. Muscle strength, balance, flexibility and even how much you move during the day can make a big difference. Here’s what may really be behind the struggle—and what you can do about it.

Keeping your brain active is just as important as keeping your body moving as you get older. The good news is that you don’t need complicated exercises or expensive programs to give your mind a workout. Simple, enjoyable brain games can challenge your memory, attention, problem-solving skills and concentration while giving you something fun to do. Here are four worthwhile brain games that older adults can easily add to their daily routine.

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of everyday life, from helping people find information to managing appointments, medications and other tasks. For older adults, AI could offer real benefits—but it also comes with questions that shouldn’t be ignored. A geriatrician explains why seniors and their families should look closely at how AI is being used, what its limitations are, and when human judgment is still essential.

Baby boomers control an enormous share of America’s wealth, with estimates often putting their collective assets at around $90 trillion. That figure is hard to imagine, but it has real consequences for housing, family finances, retirement, inheritance and the economy. As this generation continues to age, the question is what will happen to all that wealth—and who will eventually receive it.

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Jackie Brenston's "Rocket 88" is now widely considered the genre's starting point, particularly for its use of distorted electric guitar, a defining feature that would shape the genre for decades. By the 1960s, rock 'n' roll was a part of the American mainstream and was spreading outside the country, too.

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As we get older, the idea of independent living can become more important than ever. After 60, many people want to stay in their own homes, make their own decisions, and continue living life on their own terms. Independent living isn’t about doing everything alone—it’s about having the freedom, confidence, and support to keep control of your everyday life.

Aging doesn’t happen to just one part of your body. Changes in one area can affect how the rest of you functions, sometimes in ways you may not notice. Scientists are finding that one often-overlooked part of the body may play a bigger role in the aging process than most people realize. Here’s what it is—and why paying attention to it could matter as you get older.

As we get older, medications can become a regular part of daily life. But taking too much of certain drugs—or using them longer than necessary—can create serious problems, especially for older adults. Here are three common types of medications that seniors may be overusing, along with why it’s important to review them with a doctor or pharmacist.

Grandchildren can be one of the greatest joys in a grandparent’s life. But sometimes, as they get older, they begin to pull away. Phone calls become less frequent, visits become harder to arrange, and you may find yourself wondering what happened. The reasons aren’t always obvious, but understanding what may be behind the distance—and knowing how to respond—can help rebuild the relationship and bring you closer again.

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How to Make a Will

In this guide, you’ll learn how to make a will and find useful resources to help with the will writing process to ensure your estate plan is in order.

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Although Roosevelt is famous for his fireside chats broadcast via radio, the nation’s 32nd President was also the first to ever be seen on television. The President appeared on TV during the World’s Fair in New York in 1939, although only a handful of TV sets in the area were able to actually watch the broadcast. As World War II exploded across Europe and Asia, and TVs became more commonplace in American homes, FDR became the first President to really use the emerging medium. FDR was also the first President to ever fly on an airplane for official presidential business (though FDR’s fifth cousin Theodore was the first President to ever fly in a plane overall).