In North Dakota, small farming towns like Hebron and Glen Ullin, where there are many retirees, have withstood all manner of challenges. Despite the difficulties, 98-year-old Mae Buchli, whom we met back in 2025, is determined to live out her days out here. “We decided we’re not going to move, ’cause we want to stay … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Shortly after urging city residents to scale back their air conditioning use to reduce strain on the power grid, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani warned older residents to be mindful of prolonged summer heat. “If you have an older loved one, friend or neighbor, check in with … Read more
CD and high-yield savings accounts both have features that seniors should closely consider before starting. Franziska & Tom Werner/Tom Werner/Getty Images A new report this week showing inflation rising to its highest level in three years was just the latest in a series of economic developments that have left many Americans scrambling for ways to … Read more
There are multiple insurance types that seniors should now be considering in today’s economic climate. Johner Images You didn’t have to look too far in May to find disappointing economic news. Not only did geopolitical tensions and overseas conflicts result in a spiking oil price, but inflation has been surging, too. According to a May … Read more
CARLETON, Mich. — Chase Harvell rolled into the Airport High School parking lot Friday in southeastern Michigan one final time before next week’s graduation. Harvell was driving a family vehicle, just as he had countless times before. This set of wheels, though, topped out at around 25 mph (40 kph). Harvell and dozens of his … Read more
As Americans are living longer than ever, seniors are increasingly prioritizing aging in place, which means to live safely, comfortably and independently in their home and community for as long as possible. “It’s about maintaining routines, dignity and connection to the people and places that are familiar to them,” says Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger, a gerontologist … Read more
A strategic shift in gold investing could make sense for seniors this May, experts say. Getty Images/iStockphoto Gold prices have dropped from their peak at the beginning of the year, but they’re still relatively high. Hovering steadily around the $4,700-per-ounce range since April, gold has been buoyed by geopolitical turmoil and the recent decision from … Read more
A reverse mortgage can be a powerful borrowing tool for seniors who take an informed approach. Getty Images/iStockphoto The economic climate that millions of Americans find themselves in this April likely isn’t the one they had anticipated or budgeted for. A new unemployment report showed the rate ticking downward slightly, but only after rising in … Read more
One by one, UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close substituted out her starting lineup in the final minutes of her team’s national championship victory Sunday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Point guard Kiki Rice, a senior. All-American center Lauren Betts, a senior. Gabriela Jaquez, a … Read more
Seniors still have time for adjustments as the Medicare Advantage open enrollment period comes to an end. Mohamad Faizal Bin Ramli/Getty Images Each year, the Medicare Advantage open enrollment window — which typically runs from January 1 to March 31 — offers a limited but important opportunity for seniors to rethink their approach to healthcare … Read more