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Seniors of Knit Wits from Edgemere

Texas Grandmothers Knit Tiny Hats for Newborns and Spread Warmth Worldwide

A group of Texas grandmothers, known as The Knit Wits, are making a big difference with their small creations. These women, who live at the Edgemere senior living community near Dallas, spend their time knitting tiny hats for newborns in hospital ICU wards. They’ve been spreading warmth and love since 2001. Together, the group creates about […]

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Joy Ryan

94-Year-Old Joy Ryan: Proof It’s Never Too Late to Embrace Adventure

Think it’s too late to embark on an adventure of a lifetime? Think again! Meet Joy Ryan, a 94-year-old grandmother from Ohio whose journey proves that age is no barrier to exploring the world. With her grandson Brad Ryan by her side, Joy has become an icon of senior travel inspiration, showing retirees everywhere that

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Tomiji Suzuki in a Tokyo Workship (Image from AFP News Agency)

Meet Tomiji Suzuki: The 89-Year-Old App Developer Redefining Age and Innovation

At 89, Tomiji Suzuki is just getting started. While many slow down at his age, Suzuki is thriving as an app developer and author. He didn’t learn to code until he was 75. Inspired to help Japan’s aging population, Suzuki created 11 free iPhone apps designed for the elderly. One standout app uses a slideshow

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