74-year-old preparing for 51st marathon
A Minnesota woman in her 70s is gearing up for her 51st marathon. CBS News Minnesota's Mike Max has her story.
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Feds: Scam targeting grandparents eliminated
Federal law enforcement officials say they have taken down a coordinated scam ring that targeted grandparents. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex has the details.
Expert tips for sleeping better as you age
It's common among older adults to not get a consistent full night's rest, but there are ways to improve sleep issues. A sleep psychologist shares tips.
Minneapolis esthetician helps restore dignity to elderly and disabled clients
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
92-year-old loses life savings in online scam
Earlier in 2024, CBS News shared a story about the growing epidemic of overseas online scammers robbing vulnerable Americans. There is now an update on the billions of dollars being taken. CBS News' Jim Axelrod spoke with a woman whose elderly mother lost her life savings.
Elderly woman becomes target of overseas gold scam
A 92-year-old Los Angeles woman became the target of overseas scammers, who convinced her to put her life savings into gold and then hand the precious metal over. Now, her daughter is looking to hold the bank that allowed the transactions responsible. Jim Axelrod reports.
Biden courts older voters through pickleball
The Biden campaign hosted a pickleball tournament in northern Virginia on Wednesday as part of its rollout of a coalition targeting older Americans. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro has more. Then, political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Chuck Rocha join with analysis.
How intergenerational friendships can be enriching
Experts say we tend to stick to same-age relationships. But one with a significant age gap brings benefits through the sharing of life experiences. Janet Shamlian has more.
Pickleball players should be wary of injury risks
While Pickleball's popularity has soared, it has also brought with it the risk of injury, especially among older players. Christina Ruffini takes a look at what enthusiasts need to know.
How America's oldest newlyweds found love at 96
One senior living community in Olathe, Kansas, isn't exactly known for its singles' scene, but widowers Doris Kriks and Carl Cruse found love there nonetheless. Steve Hartman has their story in "On the Road."
85-year-old hospital cleaner works her "dream" job
In the 1960s, Doris Caldwell dreamed of working at Tennessee's Tennova Healthcare in any capacity. And for the past five decades, the 85-year-old has done just that, and she's showing no signs of slowing down. Steve Hartman has her story in "On the Road."
Ohio seniors write murder mystery novel
A group of seniors at an Ohio senior living facility joined together to write a murder mystery novel as a way to stay engaged during the pandemic. Adriana Diaz has their story.
Neighbors "adopt" elderly woman who lost husband, home
An elderly woman lost her husband and her home was condemned on the same day. She had no other family, so her neighbors took her in. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
"Grandma Great" proves it's never too late to pursue your passions
The 79-year-old is a proud "senior" at Weber State University.
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