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There's nothing better than going on vacation, whether it's to a country you've yet to check off your bucket list, a relative's house or a weekend getaway destination.

If you're looking for a fun activity that will get your loved one up and moving throughout the warm weather months, gardening might be a great idea.

Spring is in the air!

Many view retirement as playing a round of golf every weekend and laying by a beach during the week. However, some seniors have no desire to slow down and want to continue to work well into their golden years.

Moving into a new home can be stressful, particularly for older adults.

A new study has shown that it may be never too late to learn a few new tricks, regardless of a person's age.

Florence "Pat" Herman, 80, has lived with her husband, 87-year-old Bernie, for decades.

A recent report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that many older adults who come into a hospital and receive medications often are not given the same prescription when they are discharged.

If more money is dedicated to the public health effort, people's health may improve, according to a recent study conducted by scientists at the Universities of Arkansas and Kentucky.

Florida used to be the hot spot for retirees to go, but this may no longer be the case.

Baby Boomers are rapidly gaining interest in a new site aimed specifically at their demographic.

The ability to make decisions often decreases as people grow older - due to a decline in cognitive ability, which is often caused by Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

AARP recently complied a list of the ten most affordable cities in which to retire, based on average sales tax, housing costs and living expenses.

Some couples may be looking forward to spending as much time together as possible in retirement, but not every pair likes to be attached at the hip.

No one likes to admit that they're growing old, and as the Baby Boomers begin to reach the golden age of retirement, they want to remain active and purposeful.

These days, some prospective retirees may not be as financially stable as they may have hoped to be in this stage of their lives.

The U.S. National Institute on Aging (NIA) reports that more than 50 percent of men and about 33 percent of women retire early due to medical issues.

When Sharon Rossmark's mother passed away and her father moved to a different apartment, she was left to her own devices when it came to her parents' house.

Father's Day is less than a month away. This year, it will be celebrated on June 19 and children are probably starting to think about what would best suit their parent - especially if they're older.

The economic downturn hit baby boomers especially hard, and families across the country have been scrambling to make up the difference in the past few years. One strategy that seems to be ubiquitous is working longer.

As Census data is released, the latest statistics are showing some startling trends in many states, including Connecticut.

Aging can sometimes take many Americans by surprise, as the effects are so gradual that it's hard to notice them until something goes wrong.

Families across the country should take note of this special month and dedicate some time to an older parent who may not always get to see loved ones - after all, it's Older Americans Month.

The town of New Canaan theorizes that, if older adults are provided with more accessible outdoor amenities such as sidewalks and benches, overall senior health could be improved.

A new study conducted at La Trobe University in Australia has found that one of the best solutions to senior isolation could be to grab a controller and start playing video games.

There are many reasons that older adults are choosing to take up a new job during retirement.

A new survey conducted by AARP has found that many Americans 50 and over don't have what they need in a number of key categories.

A recent gathering at a community center in San Jose, California, revealed that technology is not just for savvy twenty-somethings or garrulous teenagers.

Millions of adult children across the country are caring for older parents, but there are even more families who haven't entered that stage yet. For those who have yet to start deciding on longterm care options for their loved ones, it can be extremely beneficial to have a talk about finances.

A new concept is sweeping Michigan and has become so popular that six are set to be opened in the next 18 months - elderly villages, according to The Detroit News.

Many baby boomers who are contemplating retirement right now may feel overwhelmed by financial difficulties. However, recent studies have suggested that stress and attitude can negatively affect health and lead to medical problems, according to U.S. News & World Report.

The co-owner of caregiving service Touching Hearts Senior Care, Gina Germany, recently sat down with FOX 10 to speculate about the financial future of the baby boomers, and explained why she's optimistic.

A new study released by the Metlife Mature Market Institute has found that many baby boomers will continue working well past retirement age and, by the time the oldest members of the demographic have turned 70, fewer than half of them will have retired.

Central Florida's Learning Institute for Elders has been offering a program for senior citizens who are looking to keep learning about new subjects in a university setting, according to UCF Today.

The New York Times reports that the University of North Carolina, Asheville, hosts two workshops every year at the Center for Creative Retirement, where retirees who may have felt like they lost momentum after their working lives can discover new passions.

At Shepherd's Center of Oakton-Vienna, Virginia, a program is available for baby boomers and seniors who want to attend classes and expand their knowledge, according to Connection Newspapers.

A new Pew survey has found that the number of seniors and baby boomers using social networking sites has dramatically increased over the past year. Around half of boomers and 26 percent of seniors have started using these sites, which include Facebook, LinkedIn and Myspace.

The Dallas News reports that an increasing number of companies are offering vacation packages to those who are 55 and over, in part because baby boomers have increasingly become the most frequent travelers of any demographic.

U.S. News reports that most of America's 78 million baby boomers will face a retirement landscape very different from what their parents experienced due to the recession, housing crisis, and inflation.

When 52-year-old Mark Shearer asked his class of 60 seniors how many of them had used Skype and Facebook, a total of six raised their hands, according to ReadingEagle.com.

When seniors are living long, active and independent lifestyles, it may be difficult to stay in touch with distant family and friends. ElderGadget.com recommends Facebook as a great medium for communication. This one website can help keep older adults who are aging at home stay connected with all th

When Karen Kassik's mother moved in with her in 2002, Kassik was immediately struck by how many difficult obstacles her home presented for senior citizens, according to the Orlando Sentinel.