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Use of electronic devices is linked to higher levels of mental and physical well-being among seniors

Chai VillageLA is a faith based village that, like Monte Sano Village, has discovered members appreciate the social connections that villages offer as much as the 'services'.

Exercise, diet—even attitude—can be as important as genetics when it comes to growing old gracefully. “Old age,” as Bette Davis once said, “is no place for sissies.”

A new community model lets seniors enjoy all of the security and social amenities of a retirement community without leaving their homes. The alternative is called "aging inplace." Ray Suarez reports on how this village concept may help seniors retain their independence into their golden years.

A new approach allows people to stay in their homes while easing the burden on their family caregivers.

We'd all like to about keep our brains as sharp as possible as we age. But what are the best ways to do this, asks Michael Mosley.

Senior citizens whose finances fall IN THE MIDDLE -- not rich, not poor -- can find themselves in a real bind if they need home care. And their loved ones can find themselves caught in the middle as well.

More than a neighborhood, a village gives older people a better chance to stay in their own home longer.

The idea: If neighbors could help one another with basic services such as transportation and simple home maintenance and with friendly visits, people could stay in their homes longer as they aged.

The Center for Disease Control defines aging in place as "the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level."Most adults would prefer to age in place—that is, remain in their home of choice as long as possible. In fact, 90 percent of adults over the age of 65 report that they would prefer to stay in their current residence as they age.[2] One-third of American households are home to one or more residents 60 years of age or older.

This NYTimes article xplores the idea of virtual retirement villages, whose members pay a yearly fee to gain access to resources and social connections that help them age in place.

The volunteer-first model is initiated by community residents who have identified their desire to age in place, experienced the challenges of aging, and want to establish a self-governed organization that assists in addressing these challenges.

FirstSTREET has designed a computer for Boomers that is simple to use, with touch screen and an intuitive design.