Age-Old Questions

A group of older people sit at rectangular tables with checkered table cloths. In the background a woman sits at an electric organ with lots of colorful lights.

In Rural Settings, Communities Step up to Help Aging Adults

For those aging in rural America, hospitals are distant, public transportation is scarce, isolation is likely and grocery stores and pharmacies are closing.

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Age-Old Questions | Unlocking Social Security Benefits

Jamie Bosse, a certified wealth manager and member of Kansas City’s Financial Planning Association, reveals key insights for accessing Social Security benefits.

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Family Caregivers of Aging Adults

D. Rashaan Gilmore hosts a thoughtful conversation about aging in place and the supports available for the increasing number of families who find themselves becoming caregivers as their loved ones age. This season premiere of Flatland in Focus is part of Age-Old Questions, a Kansas City PBS reporting project exploring the complexities of retirement and…

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Iola Riley reminisces while looking at the photo album commemorating her and her husband Ernest's 50-year wedding anniversary.

Aging in Place is a Struggle in Kansas City

Caregiving is an act of love. Countless gestures of kindness are required. They are essential for people aging in place aging with dignity in Kansas City.

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An older adult and a younger person holding hands as they consider long-term care options.

Age-Old Questions | Planning for Long-Term Care

About 70% of Americans aged 65 and older will need long-term care at some point. Here are some financial planning tips to help ensure a good quality of life.

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