As of 2024, roughly 88 percent of U.S. adults ages 65 and older use the internet. No matter how you slice it, internet access is important for older adults, be it for social connection, healthcare ...
For people 55 and over, AT&T offers unlimited talk, text, and data plans for $40 per month per line; however, only Florida residents are eligible for these plans. For those who don’t live in Florida, ...
For those new to smartphones, the Jitterbug Smart4 is an intuitive entry point. With its simplified menus, voice commands, and optional safety features, it’s one of our favorite smartphones for older ...
Syphilis cases are reaching historic levels nationwide. Among older adults, Washington, D.C., Nevada, and South Dakota have the highest rates. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are reaching ...
Hearing loss can cause social isolation and frustration. This, in turn, impacts many areas of life: work, relationships, and even something as simple as listening to the birds outside your window. As ...
According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, someone in the world develops dementia every three seconds, and the prevalence of dementia is expected to increase in the future. One of the biggest ...
The internet is more extensive than most of us can imagine, consisting of at least 4.6 billion webpages. Such vastness is hard to conceptualize—like counting the blades of grass in a field—and it’s ...
As of 2024, many businesses have done away with their senior discounts, but we've found the companies still slash prices for older adults, as well as veterans, and low-income individuals. For many ...
The good folks at US News & World Report are at it again. They recently published their “Best Cruise Lines for the Money” list, and it's a must-read if you're planning on hitting the high seas next.
In an increasingly digital world, the internet isn’t just a commodity; it’s a necessity. Whether it’s to perform research, connect with friends and family, or even pay utility bills, finding cheap ...
With COVID-19 vaccination rates on the rise, it looks like this summer will be safer for travel than the last one. Especially if you and your loved ones are vaccinated, there’s no reason you can’t get ...
Over the last year, interest in travel has decreased among all age groups, but the 50+ age group has been particularly affected. According to a study conducted by the AARP, 80 percent of seniors ...