Older American Workers Are Losing Their Legal Protections
Over the past few decades, the Supreme Court and various businesses have begun rolling back the rights of older workers in the U.S.
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Radical Efforts to End Homelessness: Old, Sick, and on the Street
A sagging economy, a complex job market, and a lack of social programs have led to an increase in the number of elderly people living—and dying—on the streets.
A Lesson Unlearned From Hurricane Katrina
The elderly are still the most vulnerable to severe weather events.
Plant a Tree, Prevent a Heat Wave-Related Death
In some American neighborhoods, heat is more deadly than in others.
Wanted: Old Musician’s Brain
Musical training early in life may offset the decline in speech processing that comes decades later.
To Have and to Hold: Consent and Intimacy for People With Alzheimer’s
There’s a strong cultural distaste for thinking about the elderly engaged in sexual activity, but we must if we’re going to protect an aging population.
Making Art Tied to Fewer Cognitive Problems in Old Age
A Mayo Clinic study finds decades spent on creative work pay off.
The Elderly Prisoner Population Is Soaring, and So Are Its Costs
Advocates argue that early release is the most compassionate and cost-effective solution.
It's Telephone Scam Season
Some characteristics make people more vulnerable to scams, but they can still happen to anybody.
The Fight for Elder Rights
A review of new proposals to put a stop to elder abuse and support the rights of the elderly around the world.
Elderly Fear Their Future Robot Friends Will Corrupt Children
Senior citizens' hesitance about using caretaking robots comes from a fear that their grandchildren will become emotionally dependent on the machines.
Why We Need to Listen to the Elderly
They have a lot to say, and they're not going away any time soon.
How Bureaucrats Stand in the Way of Releasing Elderly, Ill Prisoners
The Department of Justice has expanded eligibility for compassionate release. But whether that means more inmates are let out early depends on the “compassion” of prison officials.
The Horrible Condition of Assisted Living Facilities Across America
An examination of the multibillion-dollar industry reveals a mishmash of minimal state regulation and no involvement by federal officials.
What’s Cool for Old People? A Hybrid
There are lots of factors that determine green buying patterns, but for those in the second half of life a certain level of status is attached to driving a hybrid.
Financial Scams Often Target Elderly
Scams targeting the elderly are among the most common, but a little skepticism can keep their years golden.
Medicare Programs Seek Quality & Thrift
A new study of three existing programs seeks the elixir of quality health care at affordable prices for elderly patients with lots of chronic diseases.
Brand Loyalty Is Established Early and Grows With Age
Researchers show why it's good that the elderly habitually stick to their favorite brands and how less ambitious shopping can make you a happier senior.
Conservativism Boosts Elderly Self-Esteem
New research finds the elderly have a psychological incentive to embrace cultural conservatism: Such beliefs prop up their self-esteem.
Old Without Wheels
About 600,000 elderly stop driving every year. How can we keep them mobile?