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Becoming an age-friendly community dominated the conversation with Duncan council members after Mayor Robert Armstrong set forth a proclamation May 28.

Advocates for Iowa's older population are calling on seniors to vote in Tuesday's primary election and have identified their priorities for candidates seeking their support. There are three ways to vote in Tuesday's primary. Voters can choose to cast a ballot by mail, vote early in person at their county auditor's office, or the old-fashioned way, by going to polling places and filling out a paper ballot on Election Day. ...

May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize Mississippians over 50 and their contributions, and reaffirm commitments to serving older adults in their communities. This year's theme, "Powered by Connection," emphasizes the importance of social connections for well-being. Melinda Bertucci, advocacy director for AARP Mississippi, noted more than 660,000 Mississippians are age 60 or older, which is more than two in 10 of the state's residents. ...

LAKE PLACID — Adirondack Foundation has mobilized nearly $800,000 in philanthropic support to communities across the Adirondack region through its Generous

Ageism, the prejudice and discrimination against individuals based on their age, not only undermines dignity and respect but also poses signi?cant risks to health and well-being. Through decades of research, psychologists like Becca Levy from Yale University have shed light on the profound health effects of ageism, emphasizing the importance