Watch 84-Year-old's Reaction to Winning New Car After Sinking Incredible 93-Foot Putt
This Mississippi woman was rewarded for her incredible golf shot at the University of Mississippi with a brand new 2020 Nissan Altima.
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Canada's First 'Dementia Village' is Helping to Change How People Care for Seniors With Alzheimers
Since The Village opened in August, several dozen seniors with Alzheimer's disease and dementia have enjoyed its various restaurants and cottages.
91-Year-old Gym Member Who Works Out in Overalls Becomes Social Media Poster Boy for Good Health
This stylish Alabama senior was named Gym Member of the Month after diligently working out in his overalls three times a week for a year.
This 104-Year-old Veteran Who Never Before Celebrated Valentine's Day Gets 70,000 Love Letters
Even when his wife of 42 years was alive, William White says they never celebrated Valentine's Day-so imagine his delight over this deluge of well wishes.
Dementia-Friendly Dance Class Restores Strength and Happiness to Seniors Fighting Alzheimer's
These partner dance classes do much more than just bring seniors out of isolation—they also dramatically improve cognitive and physical health.
96-Year-Old Radio Enthusiast Fulfills Childhood Dream With Far Out Connection to Outer Space
This 96-year-old woman from Toronto finally got to fulfill a lifelong dream after her radio connection patched her through to an astronaut aboard the ISS.
Grandma Bursts into Happy Tears After the Family Finally Surprises Her With New Puppy (WATCH)
This grandma has been asking her family for a new dog since her last pup passed away unexpectedly last year—and this month, her wish was finally granted.
Young People Are Befriending Lonely Seniors Across the UK by Volunteering as Storytellers
Hundreds of young people have been "restoring vision" to UK seniors with dementia and visual problems through this intergenerational reading program.
After 95-Year-old is Swindled Out of $16,000 in Life Savings, Town Gets It All Back By Serving Spaghetti
The town of Auburn, Maine managed to raise more than $18,000 for a scammed senior who lost her life savings to a smooth-talking conman last summer.
Holiday Card From Mystery Neighbor Has Totally Revitalized Disabled Woman With Dementia
Since receiving the card earlier this week, the "depressed" senior has been totally transformed by gratitude and delight over the simple little note.
After Decades of Holidays Spent Alone, Senior's Reaction to TV Crew's Surprise Brings Millions to Tears
When this 78-year-old men mentioned in a TV interview that he had spent twenty Christmases alone, they showed up at his house to surprise him.
Senior Surprised With New Walker After Accidentally Dialing Attorney's Office Instead of Medical Store
This elderly woman dialed the wrong number several times in hopes of purchasing a new walker—but her misdials still resulted in a surprise gift.
These Old Guys Might Be Oldest Ever Songwriting Duo After Releasing Their First Album at 102 and 88 Years Old
These happy old men believe themselves to be the oldest songwriting duo in history since they released an album of jazz standards for seniors last month.
Playing Traditional Games Protects Your Thinking Skills As You Age, Says New 68-Year Study
Playing cards, chess, or board games isn't just fun—this longitudinal study says it protects your thinking skills as you get older.
68-Year-old With Alzheimer's Staves Off the Disease by Climbing the Same Mountain Every Day
It has been fifty years since Sion Jair first started his daily hiking routine to deal with his health issues – and he estimates that he has climbed the mountain over 5,000 times ever since.
After 99-Year-old Expresses Wish to Meet a Penguin, Her Entire Nursing Home is Delighted By a Surprise Visit
These photos capture the adorable reactions of nursing home residents being surprised by three Humboldt penguins stopping by for a visit.
Model Village for Alzheimer's Patients in France Makes Residents Feel Like They're Still Independent
Near the French city of Dax, a village has been created with the specific needs of its 105 residents-all of whom suffer from Alzheimer's.
A New Generation of Young Poll Workers is Stepping Up to Protect the Elderly From COVID-19
Power the Polls has recruited 450,000 young volunteer poll workers as the elderly stay home to protect themselves from COVID-19.
Older People Became Younger, With 'Meaningful' Mental And Physical Improvement Since 1990, Says Study
A University of Jyví¤skylí¤ study finds that, over the past three decades, older people have shown improved body and brain function.
Spunky Grandma Uses Virtual Goggles to Ride Roller Coaster For First Time (With Hilarious Irish Profanity)
Just when you think you've seen it all in your old age, technology creates another modern miracle—and you can't look away, even though you want to.
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