Grandson Accompanies His 93-year-old Grandma to Visit All 63 National Parks: 'Greatest privilege of my life'
Their journey began in October of 2015 when they visited Great Smokey Mountains National Park in Tennessee and concluded last Monday
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Bank Decides it Should have Prevented Dementia Depositor from Getting Scammed-So Restores Entire Life Savings
From Australia comes a story of corporate responsibility in the face of personal tragedy as an elderly national bank depositor had nearly AUD$500,000 returned to him out of the bank's own pockets. He had been tricked by scammers into revealing his banking information, which an inquest at ANZ bank found was something they should have […]
Britain's Oldest Soccer Senior at 90-years-old Is Still the 'Ninja' of Goals-Playing 3x a Week
The former RAF veteran turns out every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for two local walking soccer teams and averages 3 goals a game.
When a Preschool Was Opened Inside a Dementia Care Home, All Heaven Broke Loose
Stimulation, learning, fun—these are activities that are known to delay the progression of dementia—and the children bring them in spades.
Watch One-handed Hero Grandfather Stop Jewelry Thief With Karate Kick
Raul Munoz didn't stop to think before knocking this alleged robber to the ground while he was sprinting for the exit.
100-Year-old Walks Around Garden 40,000 Times to Raise Money for Charity
As the anniversary of Captain Tom's death approaches in two weeks' time, Jones is still racking up the steps for charity.
Humans Are Living Longer All Across the World and the Male-Female Longevity Gap is Closing
In terms of life expectancy, researchers found that most countries in the world have seen improvements in longevity over the past two decades
Dog Leads Confused Owner To Missing Elderly Woman Knee-Deep In Dark Pond Water
Abby Leathers noticed her rescue dog, Bruce, acting strangely. The moment she let him outside, Bruce shot toward a nearby pond, and Abby, luckily, followed him.
Hero NYC Cops Carry Four Elders Out of Burning Building on Their Shoulders (WATCH)
Released body cam footage worn by Dottavio shows Officer Finan exiting the building with a 99-year-old woman over his shoulder.
Youth Volunteers Form 'Grandpals' to Connect Lonely Senior Citizens With 'Grandkids' to Hang Out With
Meant to combat loneliness and help bring these elders back into society, 400 grandpals have already signed up with the organization.
This Grandad is All-Action at Aged 92: 'I do martial arts daily' (Watch)
Captivated by watching a tai chi demo at a fair he attended, he decided to give it a go and started weekly two-hour sessions.
11-Year-old Girl Has Been Granting the Simple Wishes of Nursing Home Patients
This 11-year-old girl is winning hearts for her magical mission of granting wishes to nursing home patients in Harrison, Arkansas.
Bride Surprised WWII Groom Wearing Gown Made of His Parachute
A couple recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary with their prized a keepsake - a wedding gown made from a WWII parachute.
On 95th Birthday, Jimmy Carter is Still Proving Age is No Obstacle as He Builds Homes for Humanity
Not only is the 39th US president now the oldest in history, he is also celebrating his 95th birthday by building houses for those in need.
Crane Operator Makes Heartwarming Pact With Dying Man Who Had Been Watching Him Work Every Day
Shawn Beveridge is now so happy that he decided to introduce himself to the man who had been watching him work from across the street.
Thanks to Student's Hunch, Seniors With Dementia Are 'Coming Alive' Again With the 'Magic' of Virtual Reality
The technology was shown to greatly decrease symptoms of depression and isolation in seniors suffering from dementia in more than 100 nursing communities.
People Are Falling in Love With How Lebanese Grandma Pronounces Famous English Words
This 84-year-old woman and her grandson can't help but share a laugh over her pronunciation of famous English names and brands.
'All my pain disappears': South Korean Seniors Are Finding Healing in New Nightclub for the Elderly
Dozens of South Korean men and women over the age of 65 are benefiting from a groundbreaking new source of therapy: dancing at a local nightclub.
Picture of 3 Italian Grandmas Happily Holding Migrant Kids On Their Laps Might Be the Best Photo of the Week
It's not hard to see why this gorgeous photo has been shared across European social media sites.
Hearts Are Melting Over Waiter's Compassion Towards 91-Year-old Dining Alone
People eating at the nearby tables could barely contain their emotions over the heartfelt exchange between this waiter and his elderly patron.
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