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Everyone expects to lose some of their hearing as they grow older, so it should come as no surprise that 28 million people, or one in every ten Americans suffers from a hearing impairment of some kind.

Social services experts say it’s important for nursing home residents to remain a part of the community, and volunteers help make that possible.

There are certain things that you must do to take care of yourself and your family. One such responsibility is planning for what will happen to your assets when you die. While it may be something most people don't like to dwell on.

When it comes to planning a party, most people are sticklers for details. They make sure they have enough food, the right music and the perfect theme; yet when it comes to estate planning, the majority of Americans fail to take the steps necessary to provide for their retirement needs.

The catch phrase says it all. Adult children who are caring for their parents while also raising their own family are known as “the sandwich generation.”

Retirement isn’t what it used to be. And that’s a good thing. It used to be that retirement was about what you quit doing. But these days retirement is about creating new opportunities and making the most of your plans

Tradition is important to Patricia Lattimore, 77, of Boca Raton, Florida. So when her 40-year-old daughter, Kelly, announced plans to move into a new house in Pompano Beach, she decided it was a good time to hand down the china collection her own mother

The evidence is clear: a healthier and fitter lifestyle -- not to mention a younger attitude -- can delay, prevent or even reverse much of the physical decline normally associated with aging.

Whether it’s golf, tennis, or just a walk on the beach, urine control can be a real problem for older men who want to lead active lives.