After 12 Years of Waving to Students From Her Window, Watch Her Reaction to 400 Kids Saying Goodbye
This 88-year-old woman is finally retiring from her daytime hobby of waving to local youngsters – so the kids made sure to give her a proper sendoff.
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"Kung Fu Grandma" Practices Martial Arts for 9 Decades (WATCH)
Known in her village as the "Kung Fu Grandma", this 94-year-old is a perfect example of how to live life to its fullest.
One of First UK Patients to Undergo This Surgery is 82 Years Old - and He Did It to Walk With His Wife Once More
Neil Shuttleworth is one of the first people in the UK to undergo this ankle surgery - and he did it so he could walk arm-in-arm with his wife once more.
Billionaire Promises to Reward 70-Year-old Woman Who Walked 10 Miles to Help Cyclone Victims
When this tenacious grandmother did not have money to take a bus, she hiked for 10 miles so she could bring a bag of supplies to a disaster relief area.
Jimmy Carter Has Now Lived Longer Than Any US President - and At 94, He is Still Making a Difference
Despite setting the record for the oldest US president, Jimmy Carter is still spending his golden years making the world a better place for everyone.
Though Her Alzheimer's Worsened, Supermarket Still Found Creative Ways to Keep Her on the Team
When one of their employees was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, this supermarket went above and beyond the call of duty to make her feel valued.
Eating Mushrooms a Few Times a Week Could Dramatically Reduce Dementia Risk, Says 6-Year Study
This new study suggests that seniors who regularly eat mushrooms may reduce their odds of cognitive decline by as much as 50%.
Seniors Conquer Loneliness and Chores With App That Hires 'Grandkids On-Demand' at College
Seniors no longer have to suffer through the loneliness of their golden years thanks to an app that pairs them with "grandkids on-demand".
eBay Seller is Moved to Tears Over Heartfelt Thank-You Note From 86-Year-old Who Bought VHS Player
Most eBay bidders just leave online reviews for their purchases, but this 86-year-old man is melting hearts across the internet with his heartfelt letter.
Man is Crowned Bodybuilding World Champion After Beating Cancer Diagnosis That Gave Him Weeks to Live
Despite losing his father and getting a cancer diagnosis with "weeks to live", this 63-year-old man has been crowned a world bodybuilding champion.
Oldest Nobel Prize Winner Waves Off 2018 Win So He Can Talk About Solar Invention That Will 'Save the World'
This 96-year-old inventor seemed much more excited to talk about his new technology, rather than reminiscing about his old work.
86-Year-old Has Lost 120 Pounds Simply By Walking Around Her One-Bedroom Apartment
This senior is a prime example of how no one needs an expensive gym membership in order to live a healthier lifestyle.
100-Year-old Lady Has Sweetest Reaction to the Mountie Who Granted Her Birthday Wish to Dance
This 100-year-old woman could not stop smiling when a compassionate Mountie stepped forward to grant her birthday wish.
Grandmother Spent an Entire Year Cleaning Plastic Off 52 English Beaches in Her Spare Time
This 70-year-old woman is a prime example of how anyone can use their spare time to make a difference in the world.
Senior Enrolls in University After Alzheimer's Diagnosis: 'It's a good thing because I was bored being retired!'
This 81-year-old with Alzheimer's hopes that his determination will inspire other dementia patients to fight their diagnosis.
Wrinkles May Soon Be a Thing of the Past Thanks to New Skin Cell Discovery
Not only could the discovery spell the end of aged skin, it could also serve as a stepping stone to defeating several common diseases and infections.
Does Your Generation Perform More Good Deeds Than Any Other?
This new survey suggests that – despite what crotchety seniors might say about young whippersnappers – the future is in good hands.
Retirees in the US Are Doing Better Than You Think
Contrary to what you may have heard, new retirees are doing better financially than previous generations, according to research being published on Wednesday by a mutual fund industry trade group.
Exercising in Your 70's May Stop Brain Shrinkage
Exercising in your 70's may stop your brain from shrinking and showing the signs of aging linked to dementia, say experts from Edinburgh University. But exercise did not have to be strenuous - going for a walk several times a week sufficed.
Make-up Tutorial Helps Older Skin Shed Ten Years (Video)
Through her online tutorials, and her role on UK television as the beauty expert for three years on the series ‘Ten Years Younger, make-up artist Lisa Eldridge has become an expert on how to do a really great look for ladies in their 50's, 60's and beyond. In a March 1 video posted on YouTube she demonstrates her techniques on a 64 year-old woman to achieve a modern, natural look.
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