21 results for "seniors"
💡 SolutionsSmall Town Fights to Keep Nursing Home Open for Seniors
After a corporate health system announced closure of their nursing home, Corsica, South Dakota residents are stepping up to save the facility their grandparents built decades ago. The community taskforce is exploring creative solutions to ensure seniors can age close to home.
🦸 Community HeroesCleveland's Snow Heroes Match 82 Seniors with Volunteers
Cleveland's new Snow Heroes program pairs volunteers with seniors and disabled residents who need help shoveling after snowstorms. In its first major test this winter, 60 volunteers are clearing paths for 82 neighbors who can't shovel safely.
🎬 VideosMilwaukee Firefighters Save Seniors, Spark Safety Push
When firefighters pulled dozens of seniors from a burning apartment building, their heroic rescues became the catalyst for a citywide push to make older buildings safer. Now Milwaukee leaders are fighting to ensure no one else has to hang from a window waiting for help.
🦸 Community HeroesDetroit Volunteers Shovel Snow for Seniors in Need
When heavy snowfall trapped Detroit's elderly and disabled residents in their homes, community volunteers grabbed shovels and cleared pathways one driveway at a time. The city-backed program connects neighbors helping neighbors during winter storms.
Mexican Student Wins World Education Medal for AI Solutions
Valeria Palacios, 19, just became the first Mexican ever to win the prestigious World Education Medal for using AI to solve environmental and social problems in her community. Her innovations include water-cleaning drones, reforestation technology, and a robot that helps seniors live independently. #
🧘 Health & WellnessVaccines Cut Dementia Risk and Heart Attacks in Seniors
New research reveals vaccines do far more than prevent disease. They're protecting older adults from dementia, heart attacks, and strokes in surprising ways.
💛 Acts of KindnessKentucky Bank Nears $2M in Scholarships for Students
Independence Bank is about to hit a major milestone: $2 million in scholarships awarded to Kentucky students since 2001. Applications are now open for this year's program, which gave 72 seniors $144,400 last year alone.
💡 SolutionsManitoba Launches Poverty Plan Shaped by 3,000 Voices
Manitoba just unveiled a five-year poverty reduction strategy built directly from the experiences of 3,000 residents who shared their stories. The province is already taking action with increased supports for families, students, and seniors.
🎬 VideosManitoba Launches 5-Year Plan to Cut Poverty
Manitoba just unveiled a new poverty reduction strategy built on thousands of real stories from people who've lived through hardship. The five-year plan prioritizes kids, youth leaving foster care, and seniors with help from community organizations who know their neighborhoods best.
🦸 Community HeroesMed Students Visit Seniors at Home, Learn What Textbooks Can't Teach
First-year medical students in Jerusalem spent a year visiting older adults at home, learning empathy and patient care far beyond what lectures could offer. The study found these personal connections transformed how future doctors understand health, aging, and what it means to truly help someone.
💛 Acts of KindnessWisconsin Cattlemen Award $5K to Future Ag Leaders
Five Wisconsin high school seniors with ties to the cattle industry will each receive $1,000 scholarships to help launch their college careers. The Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association is accepting applications through February 27 for students pursuing higher education.
💡 SolutionsWyoming Tops 2026 Best States to Retire Rankings
A new study reveals the best and worst states for Americans entering retirement, with affordability and healthcare access shaping where 61 million seniors can spend their golden years. Wyoming claims the top spot while high-cost states struggle to meet retirees' needs.
💛 Acts of KindnessParents Create VolunTOTs for 3-Year-Olds Who Want to Help
When nonprofits said her toddler was too young to volunteer, Cami Teacoach created her own group where children as young as three pack groceries, visit seniors, and clean parks. Now families across the country are proving young kids can make a real difference in their communities. #
💡 SolutionsAsheville Mayor Targets Jobs, Housing in $1B Recovery
After Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, Asheville's mayor is turning a billion dollars in federal recovery funding into a blueprint for affordable housing and better-paying jobs. The plan prioritizes workers, seniors, and low-income families in one of the most ambitious rebuilding efforts the region has ever seen.
🧘 Health & WellnessIndia Prepares Doctors to Care for 230M Seniors by 2036
Medical schools across India are adding dementia training to help future doctors care for millions of elderly patients with compassion and skill. The shift comes as 7.4% of India's seniors live with dementia, often facing delayed diagnosis and inadequate support.
💛 Acts of KindnessVolunteers Clear Snow for Seniors After Major Storm
When multiple feet of snow buried Oswego County, a volunteer disaster relief team traveled to help seniors dig out. Their swift response kept vulnerable residents safe and connected after one of the area's biggest winter storms.
💛 Acts of KindnessHerkimer County Scholarship Fund Awards $80K to Honor Student's Legacy
A memorial scholarship fund established in honor of Connor Lynskey, a pre-med student from Hinckley, New York, has awarded over $80,000 to deserving students since 2018. Applications are now open for graduating seniors across Herkimer and Oneida counties to receive financial support while keeping Connor's inspiring memory alive.
💛 Acts of KindnessWeber County Opens Doors to 25+ Heartwarming Volunteer Opportunities
Communities across Weber County, Utah are rolling out the welcome mat with over 25 diverse volunteer opportunities that promise to enrich lives on both sides of service. From teaching Tai Chi to seniors to fostering rescue dogs, these positions offer something special for every skill set and schedule, with some even providing stipends for those who need a little extra income while making a difference.
🌐 Global News80s Artist Talc Alf Turns Outback SA Desert into Must-See Sculpture Oasis
In the heart of South Australia's outback, an 80-something Dutch immigrant has transformed salvaged materials and powdery white talc into a beloved roadside gallery that draws tourists from around the world. Talc Alf's eccentric workshop near Lyndhurst has become a cherished stop along the Strzelecki Track, where visitors discover one-of-a-kind carvings and hear stories that bring Australian history to life.
💛 Acts of KindnessFranklin County Opens $5K in Scholarships for Veterans' Children
Franklin County, Pennsylvania is celebrating military families by offering up to five $1,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors whose parents served our country. Applications are now open for the heartwarming We Support You Scholarship program, funded entirely by community donations.
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