Retired Senior Gets Job After Posting Ad About 'Dying from Boredom'
Life had grown dull for 89-year-old Joe Bartley after his wife died - so he put out an ad requesting a job to 'save him from dying of boredom.'
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Decline in Rate of US Adults Affected by Dementia, New Study Reports
A recent study concluded that between 2000 and 2012, there was a 24% decrease in older American adults affected by dementia.
University to Host Free Courses on Caring For the Elderly
Brazilian university students can now learn to take care of their elders free of charge. The Hospital of the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) started receiving applications last Friday for their new course on senior caretaking. The whole course consists of 60 hours of teaching divided into units of learning, tutoring, forums, chats, and […]
Watch 80-Year-old Stun Music Store With Shredding Guitar Solo #TBT
This 81-year-old grandfather may be older than the usual music store guest, but his hands are still incredibly dextrous.
Strangers Save Elderly Resident From Having to Leave Nursing Home
Carrie Lou Rausch really didn't want to leave her beloved nursing home – but thanks to the kindness of strangers, she didn't have to.
Watch 92-Year-old's Sweet Reaction to Willie Nelson Singing a Song She Wrote
Lyndel Rhodes never thought that anything would become of her sweet song lyrics, let alone be sung by the great Willie Nelson.
'World's Oldest Man' Turns 146, Says the Key to Long Life is Just Patience
Though his age still needs to be confirmed by a third-party source, Mbah claims patience and positivity has led him to be the oldest person in the world.
105-Year-old Cyclist Sets New World Record for Speed
Robert Marchand is continuing his amazing career as an elderly cyclist by creating a new world record for the most distance traveled in an hour.
Taylor Swift Delivers Christmas Miracle to 96-Year-old Fan
This granddad won't soon forget the legendary Christmas when his favorite pop star stopped by to surprise him with a special gift.
After 89-Year-old is Evicted, A Neighbor Buys Back Her Home (WATCH)
After Angie Tyma and all of her possessions were thrown out onto the streets, her neighbors jumped into action–one in particular–to bring her back.
Muslim-Owned Restaurant Offers Free Christmas Meal For Homeless and Elderly
The Shish Restaurant in London is giving free 3-course meals to the elderly and homeless because "no one should be alone on Christmas".
89-yo Man Surprised with $150K After Stranger Sees Him Pushing Popsicle Cart to Make Ends Meet
Following his daughter's death, this senior was resigned to pushing his popsicle cart for the rest of his life – until his photo was posted on the internet.
12-Year-old Creates First App to Help Alzheimer's Patients Keep Track of Things
Seeing her grandma's struggles with Alzheimer's, Emma Yang dreamed up a one-of-a-kind app that is ‘just what the doctor ordered' for dementia patients.
Man Opens Home to 89-Year-old Veteran Because 'Family is not tied with bloodlines'
This Navy veteran may have started as Corey Jones's golf coach - but now, he's part of the family.
Watch Senior's Reaction to Finally Getting Last Ride With the 'One That Got Away'
Patrick McKay's last wish was fulfilled when he saw the old love of his life pulling around the corner.
Watch Seniors Burst into Tears When They Look into Goggles and See Their Dreams Come True
These seniors were finally able to go to their bucket list locations – and they did it all without leaving the comfort of their nursing homes.
Vietnam Vet With Dementia Reassured When Colonel Tells Him 'Your duty is done'
Lawrence Silk sometimes woke up thinking that he had to go back to Vietnam in order to keep fighting - until a lieutenant colonel put his mind at ease.
103-yr-old Dressed Like Wonder Woman Volunteers 5 Days A Week
At 103-years-old, Mary Cotter is definitely one of the oldest living superheroes around.
Photo of the Day - Poster Girl for Sunglasses Day
Elton John has over a thousand pairs, because nothing makes you quite as stylish as a pair of shades. Today is Sunglasses Day.
Man Spoon Feeding His Wife Ice Cream in 98 Degree Weather Will Melt Your Heart
Pastor Brent Kelley was just taking his kids out for ice cream when he noticed the most "beautiful display of love" in the car next to him.
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