Elderly
Delivery Driver Says Old Woman Forced to Live on Cereal, Sparking Debate
While some viewers called the story "sad" and "heartbreaking," others were skeptical about cereal constituting the most affordable diet.
'They Loved It': Pole Dancer Performs At Senior Center In Viral Video
"We really need to stop the narrative that old people can't have fun, cause this was so wholesome," a comment read.
Elderly Residents Evacuated After 5-Alarm Fire Engulfs Senior Living Home
The cause of the fire has yet to be disclosed by the city of Dallas while a relief agency is finding housing for displaced residents.
Video Shows 'Disturbing' Attack on Elderly Woman During Carjacking
Police are asking for help identifying the four suspects.
Internet Left Stunned After 100-Year-Old Shares Secret to a Long Life
The elderly man joked that to "keep breathing" helps a bit.
Wife Blasted for Refusing to Help Care for 'Seriously Ill' Mother in Law
The woman said her stance was about "setting boundaries" and she "did not volunteer to be a carer."
Tiny Town Famous for World's Oldest Siblings to Have 10 People Over Age 100
A remote Italian town is known worldwide for its centenarians, with one man recently joining the list with a woman to soon follow.
Mail Carrier's Intuition Saved Elderly Woman's Life After Wellness Check
The postal worker noticed the woman did not collect her mail for several days, which prompted her to ask her postmaster to request a wellness check from police.
Elderly Woman Stops Alleged Walmart Shoplifter, Rips Off His Balaclava
With his face revealed, the man exited the store without his shopping cart, and left the area on a bicycle.
Gran Messages Frankie Grace On Facebook In Bid To Watch Sitcom On iPad
The elderly woman had been trying to watch one of her favorite Netflix shows, Grace and Frankie, staring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin.
'Hook, Line, and Sinker': 73-Year-Old Grandmother Cons Scammer Into Arrest
A Long Island woman's brilliant thinking landed a would-be scammer in police custody.
Elderly Cat Set To Celebrate 23rd Birthday Melts Hearts Online—'Queen'
"She's been with me over two thirds of my life. She's literally watched me grow up," her owner said.
2 Patients Found Dead at Understaffed Nursing Home During Winter Storm
Thomasville Police Captain Brad Saintsing stated that "weather and road conditions contributed to the inadequate staffing issues."
Nursing Home Staff See Highest Infection Rates Since Pandemic Beginning
Virus infections reported among nursing home staff members across the U.S. exceeded 53 per 1,000 residents in early January, CDC data showed.
Dementia Risk Factors Explained 10M Americans Could Have Condition by 2050
A new study suggests that dementia cases worldwide could almost triple between 2019 and 2050, rising from 57 million to 153 million people living with the condition.
Family Says Grandma Died of COVID After Person Hid Positive Test
The woman's granddaughter said the person "owned up" to attending a card game despite testing positive for the coronavirus.
Grandma's Christmas Gift to Grandson's Black Wife Has Internet Conflicted
One person commented: "Bless her heart, grandma's trying. The delivery needs a little work, but she's trying."
State Trooper Rescued Man With Alzheimer's After He Was Found in a Ditch
The man was unconscious and hypothermic when the trooper found him early Wednesday morning.
Grandpa Takes Family Cat for Ride Around House on Walker in Adorable Video
The man, who is aged 93, was filmed taking trips around the family kitchen with their beloved cat "Bear."
Internet Backs Man Refusing to Help Elderly Neighbor Who Threatened His Dog
"A person's dog is their family," one person commented. "Don't threaten someone's family and expect free labor from them."
Nursing Home Head Dresses as Turkey for Residents to 'Hunt' in Viral Video
"This made me cry in the best way. Thank you for what you do," one commenter said of seeing the residents chasing the "turkey."
Utah Elder Law Attorney Charged in Embezzlement of $9.5 Million
The attorney specializes in elder law, special-needs trusts, and estate planning for seniors and for families with a relative with a disability.
Internet Backs Man Whose Pregnant Wife Didn't Save Food for Diabetic Mom
As a result of missing her breakfast, the Redditor's mom developed severely low blood pressure, collapsed, and was taken to the emergency room.
83-year-old Grandma Fulfills 'Bucket List' Wish by Getting Tattoo
Judy Dede, aka "Tat Granny," opted for a design with a special emotional significance to her family.
Family Dog Mauls Grandmother to Death
Kathleen Bartram was attacked and killed at a home in Matthews in front of family members.
Live Maggots Found on Dementia Patient in North Carolina Nursing Home
"My stomach turned. I would say a wide range of emotions came with me," the resident's grandson said of the maggots crawling out of his grandmother's wound.
Idaho Sued Over Using Rationing Medical Care
"Older adults are facing serious risk of discrimination, resulting in death," the group wrote in a letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Who Is Eligible for a Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shot?
The FDA has approved booster shots for certain vulnerable Americans, and after a CDC vote, they could begin immediately.
3 Assisted Living Workers Charged in Death of Resident Left Outside in Heat
The high temperature in Grand Junction, Colorado, hit 102 on the day Hazel Place died, according to the National Weather Service.
Pfizer Booster for Older, High-Risk Americans Could Arrive on Friday
"If people are acquiring the virus and spreading it, you want to stop that as much as possible," FDA interim Commissioner Janet Woodcock said.