70-year-old widow can't afford to retire
Americans are telling CBS News about their struggles to make ends meet. A 70-year-old woman is out of work, but can't afford to retire on Social Security alone.
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Couple faces retirement fears amid market swings
Like millions of Americans, Alicia and Chu Gomez are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market.
Social Security call wait times soar amid cuts
President Trump insists he isn't touching Social Security -- but he is touching Social Security jobs. About 12% of agency's jobs are expected to be eliminated. Lana Zak reports.
Older L.A. wildfire victims face unique challenges
The long road of recovery continues for thousands chased from their buring homes by the deadly Southern California fires. Most have vowed to rebuild and restart their lives. But for those survivors who thought they could enjoy their golden years, starting over poses its own challenge. Kristine Lazar reports.
Families take on labor and costs of caring for their aging loved ones
Nearly 70% of Americans aged 65 and older will require some form of long-term care during their lifetime.
Millions take on labor of aging loved ones' care
Nearly 70% of Americans aged 65 and older will require some form of long-term care during their lifetime, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. An estimated 53 million people are taking care of an aging family member. Mark Strassmann reports.
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.
What an aging population means for future of U.S.
The U.S. is heading toward a demographic cliff. Over the next decade, there will be fewer 18-year-olds available to fill the nation's universities. An analysis of census data projects by 2039, the pool will drop by 15% every year thereafter. Jeff Strohl, director of Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce, explains what it means for America's future.
Why some don't get full Social Security benefits
Congress is voting on whether to revamp Social Security so that certain former public sector employees who have been shut out from the system will receive full benefits. Kati Weis explores why some seniors don't receive the full payments and the burden this places on them.
College pianist plays for seniors with Alzheimer's
College sophomore Grace Sun uses her free time to play piano for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. It started during the pandemic, when she would play virtually for her isolated grandmother. Now, more than 100 musicians have joined the movement. Carter Evans reports.
How older Americans are grappling with hanging up their car keys
The aging U.S. population raises new questions about how to approach keeping drivers safe behind the wheel.
Saving for retirement a challenge for the "sandwich generation"
Many people in their 50s are part of the so-called "sandwich generation" of workers who support both young relatives and aging parents.
The new middle-class retirement plan: Working into old age
Half of middle-class workers expect to continue to working past the traditional retirement age, either due to finances or to keep active.
Home hospice care in the spotlight as Jimmy Carter turns 100
The vast majority of hospice patients choose to receive care at home, like 98-year-old Joan Prum of Connecticut — and former President Jimmy Carter.
Humans have 2 bursts of aging, study finds
A new study finds that the average person experiences two rapid bursts of aging in their lifetime -- at ages 44 and 60. The research published in the journal "Nature Aging" examined age-related changes in the molecules of more than 100 adults. Stanford researcher Michael Snyder, co-author of the study, joins to discuss.
Why many American seniors are forced to work in retirement
About one in five people over age 65, or approximately 11 million Americans, are still working.
Georgia police dog finds missing elderly woman
A police dog named Pandora is getting a pat on the head and maybe some extra treats after her impressive work in the line of duty. Dave Malkoff has the tale.
Holocaust survivor, teen find friendship at museum
Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to Stokie, Illinois, for a story about finding friends and sharing history across generations.
96-year-old woman takes to the skies one more time
96-year-old Evelyn Kidd of St. Louis spent many years flying in the skies above Missouri with her late husband. Last month, she received a surprise when her senior home, Cedarhurst Senior Living, granted her wish to fly in a Cessna one more time.
How aging veterans are treated like family at medical foster homes
The Veterans Affairs program provides care for over 700 veterans from approximately 500 caregivers.
Senior LGBTQ+-friendly housing complex in Boston opens its doors
A unique housing complex welcoming LGBTQ+ seniors officially opened its doors on Friday.
Daycare brings seniors and kids together
An intergenerational daycare in Los Angeles brings children and seniors together for quality playtime. For the seniors, it can improve social skills, combat ageism, and give them a sense of purpose, while the kids are able to learn empathy and patience.
105-year-old dons cap and gown, gets overdue degree from Stanford
Eighty-three years after she left Stanford without a master's degree, Virginia Hislop, age 105, has it in hand at last.
For-profit nursing home chain faces scrutiny
With more seniors in the U.S. than ever before, CBS News has been taking a look at a growing trend in nursing homes: many are now backed by profit-seeking investors. Lisa Ling has part two of our investigation into claims these facilities may have neglected patients in pursuit of profits.
Care concerns at for-profit nursing homes
A CBS News investigation found concerns over care emerged after a for-profit chain took over some California nursing homes.
Kimberly Guilfoyle ousted as ambassador over corruption allegations
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