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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 22, 2025

4 min

At what age do you become an elder?: Unpacking Legal, Cultural, and Biological Definitions

While the U.S. government traditionally marks age 65 as the threshold for 'elderly' in many benefit programs, the actual age you become an elder is not fixed and varies significantly across cultures, communities, and individuals. This complex and fluid concept incorporates legal milestones, societal perceptions, and biological changes.

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Oct 22, 2025

4 min

Understanding What Were the Roles and Responsibilities of the Elders?

In many traditional societies, elders held esteemed positions as the primary repositories of communal knowledge and wisdom. Understanding what were the roles and responsibilities of the elders sheds light on how their vital contributions shaped community life and well-being, a legacy that continues to evolve today.

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