Senior citizen

During wars and crises in the world: The worrying statistic about those aged 60+ is revealed

A study among 1,085 people aged 60+ in Wales found that more than half experienced at least one difficulty such as loneliness, financial stress or abuse.

An elderly couple
PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu greets Yehuda Dua (left) and Uri Kellner.

Grapevine, April 17, 2026: Resilience – a Jewish character trait

 A bedroom.

89-year-old in China scrambles down high-rise exterior to escape locked bedroom

Ad 120 Gym.

AI-powered gym: A surprising innovation in assisted living in Tel Aviv


Door cam captures 78-year-old delivery man, triggering crowdfunding campaign

The campaign quickly went viral, with contributions flowing in from across the globe.

Richard Pulley.

Research: Sex a priority for seniors on dating platforms

The qualitative study interviewed 50 women and 50 men who use online dating platforms. Participants were eager for passion as well as companionship.

 Grindr app is seen on a mobile phone in this photo illustration taken in Shanghai, China March 28, 2019.

Nature paper ties SuperAgers to elevated hippocampal neurogenesis

"This is biological proof that their brains are more plastic, and a real discovery that shows that neurogenesis of young neurons in the hippocampus may be a contributing factor," said Tamar Gefen.

Senior citizens enjoy a tour of the Kiryat Meir neighbourhood of Tel Aviv. July 28, 2024.

A Community called home

The unique human mosaic of Mediterranean Towers Jerusalem.

Mediterranean Towers Jerusalem

Your parent’s dementia diagnosis makes it crucial to take the right steps immediately

A geriatrics expert explains how to prepare the home for a patient, what is important to focus on – and why sometimes it is necessary to move to a nursing home.

An elderly couple

Ad 120 to build NIS 800m longevity complex in Kiryat Motzkin, company says

Two 13-story towers with 360 units and Israel’s first Longevity center planned in Mishkenot Omanim.

Ad 120 to build NIS 800m longevity complex in Kiryat Motzkin.

Compassion vs halacha: UK assisted dying bill sparks Jewish debate

RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS: Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Romain and UK Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis answer questions on the religious and ethical implications of assisted dying as the UK passed a law on the matter.

"There is nothing sacred about suffering," argued Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Romain, who told the ‘Post’ that Jewish values of compassion should guide end-of-life care.

Frontal-lecture courses don’t work for older adults, Israeli study finds

Seniors learn best when they’re taught the same way that is best for children and younger adults – with active participation, meaningful discussions, and material that feels relevant.

 An illustrative image of elderly Israelis.

Love in the third age like the first

How Arnold and Rose found a moving and special relationship at Mediterranean Towers Jerusalem.

Mediterranean Towers Jerusalem

Israel’s pension gap begins long before workers reach retirement - opinion

The roots of Israel’s pension crisis lie in education, employment, and income, not in retirement age.

 View of the National Insurance Institute offices in Jerusalem. January 23, 2017.