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Cops search for brute who sucker punched senior in random Upper West Side attack

A 77-year-old woman was violently attacked on the Upper West Side in an unprovoked incident, prompting a police investigation.

Elderly woman attacked by young girl in lobby of her NYC apartment building: 'Never seen a child do that'

A 79-year-old woman was violently assaulted by a young girl in Manhattan while returning home.

Cowards arrested for brutally assaulting 82-year-old woman on Bronx street: NYPD - Bronx Times

Two suspects arrested for assaulting an 82-year-old woman in the Bronx.

Elderly man attacked in bus queue after 'letting woman and children on first'

A pensioner was assaulted at a bus station in west London after he allowed women and children to board first, resulting in a broken hip.

Former Patriots player accused of assaulting 82-year-old man at R.I. gym

Former Patriots player Patrick Pass is accused of assaulting an elderly man at a gym, highlighting issues of athlete conduct and public safety.

84-year-old man arrested in East Boston stabbing

An 84-year-old man is facing multiple charges in connection with a stabbing in East Boston, highlighting the vulnerability of the elderly to commit violent acts.

Cops search for brute who sucker punched senior in random Upper West Side attack

A 77-year-old woman was violently attacked on the Upper West Side in an unprovoked incident, prompting a police investigation.

Elderly woman attacked by young girl in lobby of her NYC apartment building: 'Never seen a child do that'

A 79-year-old woman was violently assaulted by a young girl in Manhattan while returning home.

Cowards arrested for brutally assaulting 82-year-old woman on Bronx street: NYPD - Bronx Times

Two suspects arrested for assaulting an 82-year-old woman in the Bronx.

Elderly man attacked in bus queue after 'letting woman and children on first'

A pensioner was assaulted at a bus station in west London after he allowed women and children to board first, resulting in a broken hip.

Former Patriots player accused of assaulting 82-year-old man at R.I. gym

Former Patriots player Patrick Pass is accused of assaulting an elderly man at a gym, highlighting issues of athlete conduct and public safety.

84-year-old man arrested in East Boston stabbing

An 84-year-old man is facing multiple charges in connection with a stabbing in East Boston, highlighting the vulnerability of the elderly to commit violent acts.
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#longevity

Japanese woman who was the world's oldest person at 116 has died

Tomiko Itooka, the world's oldest person at 116, has died in Ashiya, Japan.

Japanese woman who was the world's oldest person at 116 has died

Tomiko Itooka, who was the world's oldest person at 116, died peacefully in her care home, leaving behind a legacy of vitality and gratitude.

Japanese woman who was the world's oldest person at 116 has died

Tomiko Itooka, the world's oldest person at 116, has died in Ashiya, Japan.

Japanese woman who was the world's oldest person at 116 has died

Tomiko Itooka, who was the world's oldest person at 116, died peacefully in her care home, leaving behind a legacy of vitality and gratitude.
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#community-support

Exclusive | NYC grinches steal 'thousands' in food stamps from senior living residents ahead of holidays

Thieves stole thousands of dollars in food stamp benefits from a Queens senior living center just before the holidays, impacting vulnerable residents.

'I miss family at Christmas, but spending the day alone isn't too bad'

Many elderly people in Ireland spend Christmas alone, yet companionship efforts from community members can significantly enhance their experience.

Exclusive | NYC grinches steal 'thousands' in food stamps from senior living residents ahead of holidays

Thieves stole thousands of dollars in food stamp benefits from a Queens senior living center just before the holidays, impacting vulnerable residents.

'I miss family at Christmas, but spending the day alone isn't too bad'

Many elderly people in Ireland spend Christmas alone, yet companionship efforts from community members can significantly enhance their experience.
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Elderly Mexican migrants: When we grow old, neither Mexico nor the United States wants us'

Many elderly Mexican migrants lack sufficient pensions or savings, complicating retirement as they age.

Woman struck and killed by vehicle in Charlestown, police say

An elderly woman in her 80s was killed by a vehicle in Charlestown while no charges have yet been filed against the driver involved.
#fraud

High-tech Investigators for Santa Clara DA Nab Pair in $500K Online Scam

A Southern California couple was charged for attempting to scam an elderly San Jose man out of over $500,000 through a 'Pig Butchering' scam.

Man swindles churchgoers and spends the money on luxury cars and thrones, feds say

A California man faces charges for swindling elderly investors through a Ponzi scheme and spending the funds on luxury items.

Combating elder abuse and scams against seniors

Elder abuse is on the rise, including physical, psychological, and financial exploitation.
Fraud against older adults resulted in $3.1 billion in losses in 2022, an 82.35% increase from the previous year.

High-tech Investigators for Santa Clara DA Nab Pair in $500K Online Scam

A Southern California couple was charged for attempting to scam an elderly San Jose man out of over $500,000 through a 'Pig Butchering' scam.

Man swindles churchgoers and spends the money on luxury cars and thrones, feds say

A California man faces charges for swindling elderly investors through a Ponzi scheme and spending the funds on luxury items.

Combating elder abuse and scams against seniors

Elder abuse is on the rise, including physical, psychological, and financial exploitation.
Fraud against older adults resulted in $3.1 billion in losses in 2022, an 82.35% increase from the previous year.
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from 24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Are Social Security Benefits Really Protected Against Inflation? Here's the Scoop

Social Security COLAs are failing to protect seniors from inflation due to inadequate calculation methods. They are based on CPI-W, which doesn't reflect seniors' true expenses.
#investigation

Woman in her 90s found dead inside Bromley home

A woman in her 90s was found dead at her home in Bromley, with no initial signs of foul play.

84-year-old man found dead in pond at NYC golf course: cops

An elderly man was found dead in a pond at Bronx golf course, prompting an investigation.

Woman in her 90s found dead inside Bromley home

A woman in her 90s was found dead at her home in Bromley, with no initial signs of foul play.

84-year-old man found dead in pond at NYC golf course: cops

An elderly man was found dead in a pond at Bronx golf course, prompting an investigation.
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#murder

Pensioner accused of murdering 81-year-old wife

An 81-year-old man is accused of murdering his wife, allegedly through physical assault and strangulation.

Pensioner, 81, charged with murder over death of elderly woman in Bexleyheath

An 81-year-old man has been charged with the murder of another 81-year-old woman in Bexleyheath, London.

Bexleyheath pensioner 'strangled wife to death over hookworm fixation'

Brian James is accused of murdering his wife after becoming fixated on a supposed hookworm infection, leading to a violent confrontation.

Pensioner accused of murdering 81-year-old wife

An 81-year-old man is accused of murdering his wife, allegedly through physical assault and strangulation.

Pensioner, 81, charged with murder over death of elderly woman in Bexleyheath

An 81-year-old man has been charged with the murder of another 81-year-old woman in Bexleyheath, London.

Bexleyheath pensioner 'strangled wife to death over hookworm fixation'

Brian James is accused of murdering his wife after becoming fixated on a supposed hookworm infection, leading to a violent confrontation.
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Experts 'cannot find cause of death' after elderly woman's body found at home

An inquest into Bessie Okeke's death reveals challenges in determining the cause due to severe decomposition.

Bridgewater inmate, wife accused of scamming fellow inmate's elderly father for 10K

A couple faces charges for scamming an elderly man out of thousands, promising legal representation for a prison inmate's sentence reduction.

Your Body of Work - San Francisco Bay Times

Aging is a privilege that can be enhanced through health measures and performance-based exercise.

More than one in 10 suffer financial abuse - and culprit is known to victim in most cases, poll says

Financial abuse often perpetrated by people known to the victim, mainly affecting older individuals and those with vulnerabilities.

Nonna's Cam reminds us to slow down and appreciate creative mistakes (and our grandma)

The project highlights the importance of physicality and detail in creative work.
#crime

Deaf Woman Dead, Son Hospitalized After Stabbing by Relative in Sheapshead Bay

Tragic violence occurred in Brooklyn, resulting in the death of 72-year-old Malka Semenduyeva; her son was also attacked but survived.

Do You Know Him? Suspect Sought for Targeting Elderly Victims in Manhattan

Police are seeking help to identify a suspect in a string of robberies targeting elderly individuals in Manhattan.

Heartless NYC muggers throw 88-year-old woman to ground, leaving her with fractures and damaged teeth: cops

Elderly woman attacked by scooter-riding muggers in Sunset Park, sustaining serious injuries but holding onto her purse.

NYC woman, 81, left concussed after heartless brute slugged her as she walked dog: disturbing video

An elderly woman was randomly attacked in a violent incident while walking her son's dog in New York City.

Rock-throwing teens pummel do-gooder, 73, steal $200 in NYC mugging: cops

A 73-year-old man was attacked and robbed by a group of teenagers in a cruel street crime.

Fake charity worker outside Orpington Tesco snatches necklace from elderly woman

A fake charity worker was sentenced for robbing an elderly woman outside Tesco, highlighting the vulnerability of older victims.

Deaf Woman Dead, Son Hospitalized After Stabbing by Relative in Sheapshead Bay

Tragic violence occurred in Brooklyn, resulting in the death of 72-year-old Malka Semenduyeva; her son was also attacked but survived.

Do You Know Him? Suspect Sought for Targeting Elderly Victims in Manhattan

Police are seeking help to identify a suspect in a string of robberies targeting elderly individuals in Manhattan.

Heartless NYC muggers throw 88-year-old woman to ground, leaving her with fractures and damaged teeth: cops

Elderly woman attacked by scooter-riding muggers in Sunset Park, sustaining serious injuries but holding onto her purse.

NYC woman, 81, left concussed after heartless brute slugged her as she walked dog: disturbing video

An elderly woman was randomly attacked in a violent incident while walking her son's dog in New York City.

Rock-throwing teens pummel do-gooder, 73, steal $200 in NYC mugging: cops

A 73-year-old man was attacked and robbed by a group of teenagers in a cruel street crime.

Fake charity worker outside Orpington Tesco snatches necklace from elderly woman

A fake charity worker was sentenced for robbing an elderly woman outside Tesco, highlighting the vulnerability of older victims.
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Highway Patrol Copter Rescues Elderly Man Stranded on Mount Tam Hike He Couldn't Finish

An elderly man had to be rescued from Steep Ravine Trail after becoming too exhausted to finish his hike at Mount Tamalpais State Park.

Return of the landline: why gen Z and scam artists love old-fashioned phones

Landlines are increasingly associated with scams, especially targeting the elderly, despite a resurgence of interest among younger generations.
#missing-person

Concern for elderly woman missing from her Plumstead home call 999 if seen

83-year-old Sylvia has been missing from her Plumstead home since October 9, 2024, raising urgent concerns for her welfare.

Concerns for welfare of missing elderly man from Croydon last seen two days ago

75-year-old Norman is missing from Croydon since October 9, 2024; police urge public assistance in locating him.

Concern for elderly woman missing from her Plumstead home call 999 if seen

83-year-old Sylvia has been missing from her Plumstead home since October 9, 2024, raising urgent concerns for her welfare.

Concerns for welfare of missing elderly man from Croydon last seen two days ago

75-year-old Norman is missing from Croydon since October 9, 2024; police urge public assistance in locating him.
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Darent Valley Hospital wanted my mum dead - she was denied of food and fluids'

Andrew Taylor raises concerns about his mother's treatment in hospital during and after a stroke, highlighting issues of starvation and inadequate care.

Palo Alto: Bicyclist dies of injuries suffered in solo crash

An elderly man died from injuries sustained in a bicycle crash after entering a construction zone in Palo Alto.

Winter fuel payment cut will put pensioners in hospital, Labour MPs fear

Chancellor's plan to cut winter fuel allowance raises alarm about impacts on elderly health.
#missing-persons

Southern California couple living on nudist ranch mysteriously disappear, police say

Elderly couple from nudist ranch in Redlands mysteriously disappeared, prompting police to seek public assistance in finding them.

Search for motive continues in killing of Redlands couple living on nudist ranch

Authorities are investigating the suspected murder of an elderly couple from a nudist ranch, with a neighbor arrested and human remains found nearby.

Search continues for elderly couple who went missing from California nudist ranch

Elderly couple Dan and Stephanie Menard went missing from a nudist resort, raising serious concerns due to their medical conditions.

Southern California couple living on nudist ranch mysteriously disappear, police say

Elderly couple from nudist ranch in Redlands mysteriously disappeared, prompting police to seek public assistance in finding them.

Search for motive continues in killing of Redlands couple living on nudist ranch

Authorities are investigating the suspected murder of an elderly couple from a nudist ranch, with a neighbor arrested and human remains found nearby.

Search continues for elderly couple who went missing from California nudist ranch

Elderly couple Dan and Stephanie Menard went missing from a nudist resort, raising serious concerns due to their medical conditions.
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Ask Amy: I think my neighbor is in trouble, and I don't know who to tell

Intervention is necessary when a friend is being taken advantage of by family members, contact Adult Protective Services for help.

Go to the Crown Heights LGBTQ, Older Adults Prom May 15

Celebrating LGBTQ+ older adults by hosting a special prom event, recognizing their contributions and providing a space for joy and belonging.

Woman, 87, crushed to death by own car in NYC after she thought she parked it: cops

Elderly woman killed in Brooklyn car accident
Accident caused by car left in gear

Tackling the Social Costs of the Digital Divide

First exposure to digital media later in life can have cognitive impacts on users.
Elderly people's attitudes towards going digital may be attributed to lack of experience and negative narratives.

Bethnal Green: Pensioners' dependence on food bank triples

Bow Foodbank in London has seen a three-fold increase in older people relying on its services each week.
Charity Independent Age says many pensioners have reached 'breaking point' due to the cost of living.

4 ways Apple could make life easier for elderly customersthat would benefit us all

Tech companies often prioritize younger generations in product design, leaving older users as an afterthought.
Elderly iPhone users frequently have issues with accidentally moving app icons on their home screen.

America's health system isn't ready for the surge of seniors with disabilities

The number of older adults with disabilities will increase as the baby boomer generation ages, but the healthcare system is unprepared.
The Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institutes of Health are working to improve access to medical treatments and research for people with disabilities.

MedEasy: A Medicine Box That Reminds The Elderly Of Their Dosages - Yanko Design

MedEasy is a medicine box designed for the elderly to help them manage their medications independently.
The product aims to address challenges such as memory issues, limited motor activities, and loneliness among seniors living alone.

Mayor told to improve TfL's Dial-a-Ride service to help London's elderly and disabled

Sadiq Khan insists that Dial-a-Ride minibuses provide a 'gold standard service' for elderly and disabled Londoners.
Caroline Pidgeon raised concerns about issues with the Dial-a-Ride app, including a reduction in vehicles and drivers as well as difficulties with new technology.
from The Atlantic
5 months ago

How Risky Is COVID for an 81-Year-Old?

President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 for the third time, emphasizing the ongoing threat of the virus even with vaccination and medical care.

London Dial-a-Ride issues leaves elderly isolated

Elderly and disabled Londoners feeling isolated due to ongoing failures with TfL's Dial-a-Ride service.

Moderna's combo COVID and flu shot offers strong immunity in older adults during late stage trial

Moderna's combo flu and COVID vaccine generates a strong immune response in older adults, potentially offering a promising solution in combating respiratory illnesses.
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