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Crime and the Elderly

Older people and their families worry about crime, and with good reason. Though the elderly are less likely to be victims of crime than teenagers and young adults, the number of crimes against older people is hard to ignore.


Planning for Long-Term Care

Most older people are independent. But later in life – especially in the 80s and 90s – you or someone you know may begin to need help with everyday activities like shopping, cooking, walking, or bathing.


Smoking: It's Never Too Late to Stop

If you quit smoking, you are likely to add years to your life, breathe more easily, and have more energy. You will have extra money for spending or saving, and food will taste better.

 The information is provided by the National Institute on Aging