SENIOR

Apr 22 2026SPORTS

Vote for Your Local High School Spring Sports Stars

High school sports fans in the MLive regions have a new chance to celebrate their favorite seniors. The annual Spring Sports Stars contest has returned, inviting people from each area to choose the athletes they think shine brightest. This week’s focus is on senior players across all regions, and vo

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Apr 12 2026CRIME

Seniors Face a 70% Rise in Identity Theft Losses

The FBI’s newest report on internet crime shows a sharp climb in identity theft affecting people over 60. In 2025, more than five thousand complaints were filed by this age group, with losses totaling nearly fifty million dollars—an increase of about seventy percent from the previous year. Older

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Apr 11 2026FINANCE

Tax Season Scams: How to Spot the Tricks

When the tax deadline looms, scammers step up their game. They use pressure and new tech to lure people into giving away money or personal data. In 2025, the Better Business Bureau reported that more than $5. 7 million was lost to tax‑related scams. Although only about one in seven victims saw a

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Apr 04 2026HEALTH

Home Fun: How Tailored Activities Keep Seniors Happy

Older adults often feel left out when they stay at home or in care centers. Giving them activities that fit their own tastes can change that picture. A plan that uses the home setting and looks at what each person likes makes daily life more engaging. When activities match a senior’s interests, the

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Mar 21 2026LIFESTYLE

New Life Coach Joins Geneva Senior Community

The Reserve of Geneva, located at 2508 Kaneville Road, has announced that Elizabeth Battaglia will step into the role of lifestyle director for its senior living community. Battaglia is set to design and run programs that keep residents active, connected, and inspired. Her background shows a s

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Mar 05 2026LIFESTYLE

Life in Motion: A Fresh Look at Ashby Ponds

Ashby Ponds sits on 132 acres in Ashburn, VA, offering a lively environment for seniors who want to stay active. Instead of a quiet retirement home, residents find themselves surrounded by more than 180 clubs and activities. Woodworking workshops, pickleball tournaments, and classes that keep the

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

A New Hope for Fertility Treatments: Tech Finds Hidden Eggs

A groundbreaking device called OvaReady is changing the game in fertility treatments. It uses AutoIVF technology to spot eggs that often go unnoticed with traditional methods. In over half of the cases, it successfully finds these hidden eggs. This could mean better chances for couples struggling wi

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Older Minds: How Age Changes the Test for Hidden Truths

The world is getting older, and with that shift comes a new challenge for tools used to spot deception. One such tool is the Concealed Information Test, or CIT, which relies on tiny changes in skin sweat, heartbeats and breathing to show whether someone remembers a crime detail. In Japan, where many

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Feb 07 2026LIFESTYLE

Explore Local Highlights: From Scholarships to Summer Camps

"The community buzzes with fresh opportunities. A scholarship program promises to change many students’ futures, offering help that goes beyond the classroom. Meanwhile, a new summer camp on Pine Island has opened spots for kids who love adventure and learning outside the school setting. People loo

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Jan 27 2026FINANCE

LTC's Big Move: $108 Million Bet on Senior Housing

LTC Properties, a company that invests in places for seniors to live and get healthcare, just spent $108 million on three properties in Atlanta. These places offer different levels of care, from independent living to memory care, and they're almost full, with 92% of the nearly 400 units occupied. Th

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