Blog
Can AI Robots Help Older Adults Live in Their Homes Longer?
The number of adults over age 65 is growing, and most want to age in their own homes rather than moving to a nursing home or long-term care facility. Living at home offers many benefits, but it can also bring challenges, including social isolation and loneliness. Many seniors live alone, especially after a spouse has moved to a nursing home or passed away. Getting out and socializing can be difficult for older adults, especially if physical ailments make moving around a challenge. Consequently, some seniors may go days without talking to another person or with anyone checking on them. This is where
Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance: Keeping Older Adults Safe
The recent disappearance of Nancy Guthrie from her home in Catalina Foothills, Arizona, has highlighted the difficult balancing act many families face: older adults’ strong desire to remain in their own homes and their adult children’s equally strong desire to keep them safe. While cases like this are rare, they underscore a broader reality: older adults living on their own can be more susceptible to scams, fraud, and delayed assistance if something goes wrong. For many older adults, staying at home is about far more than convenience. However, for their children, safety risks, especially when a frightening event makes headlines, can be
A Guide to the SSI and SSDI Appeals Process for Older Adults
Receiving a denial for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can feel discouraging, especially for older adults who may already be dealing with health challenges, reduced income, or caregiving responsibilities. The good news is that a denial is not the end of the road. Many people who are initially denied benefits are later approved through the appeals process. Understanding how appeals work and acting quickly can significantly improve your chances of success. Understanding SSI and SSDI Although SSI and SSDI are both administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), they serve different purposes. SSI is a needs-based program for people with
Digital Tools to Protect Older Adults From Financial Abuse
Older adults lose billions of dollars each year to financial abuse and exploitation. In 2025, adults aged 60 and older in the United States reported $2.4 billion in losses to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), per CNBC. Because so many incidents go unreported, the FTC estimates that the actual cost of elder financial abuse and exploitation is likely much higher. Today, financial exploitation happens quietly – and digitally. Instead of stolen checks or forged signatures, abuse may involve compromised passwords, unauthorized online account access, or highly convincing phone calls or emails designed to pressure an older adult into sending money.
Some Older Adults May Qualify for a New $6,000 Tax Break
As of the 2025 tax year, many older Americans may realize a new tax benefit thanks to a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The law, signed in July 2025, created a new annual tax deduction of up to $6,000 for taxpayers age 65 and older. Though the deduction is currently scheduled to expire at the end of 2028, it could provide some tax relief for millions of seniors while it is in effect. Understanding how this deduction works, who qualifies, and how it fits into the broader tax landscape can help older adults plan ahead and avoid surprises
New Research on Dementia Risk Factors, Screenings
With an estimated one in 10 older adults in the United States living with dementia, there is a growing focus on early detection and prevention. Dementia encompasses diseases that impair memory and cause cognitive decline. Common types of dementia include Alzheimer’s disease (the leading cause), Lewy Body dementia, and vascular dementia. Most forms of dementia worsen over time, with a period of cognitive impairment preceding a formal diagnosis. When cognitive decline causes a loss of sense of self and limits one’s independence, dementia can significantly reduce quality of life. Dementia is not a normal part of aging, despite what many people may assume.