An Old Biologist Who Never Quits
Animal conservationist George Schaller lays the groundwork for continuing the battle after he's gone.

Gallery: Paintings by Anne Packard
Artist Anne Packard turns light and shadows into healing.

Small Donations, Big Returns
Maybe you are interested in contributing to charitable organizations, but you're hesitant about who to trust with your donation. Here, we've listed nine organizations that will handle your funds with care.

My Life with Kathy Griffin
No longer shocked by her comedian daughter's antics, Maggie Griffin is comfortable in her role as a Hollywood mom.

Breaking the Cycle
The remarkable love story of activist and poet Janice Mirikitani and revolutionary preacher Cecil Williams.

Elders Finding Green Solutions
Trend-setting elders are going back to school to earn degrees based on the principles of social and environmental responsibility.

ELDR Power: Why Don’t We Do It in the Road
A 60-year-old road construction worker encountered age discrimination when he applied for a new position, so he took them to court. Here's the verdict.

Sisterhood is Still Powerful
Women over 50 on the cutting edge of social change.

Products to Simplify Your Life

Made with older adults in mind, these products make everyday tasks and leisure activities easier and more enjoyable.

Slideshow: Sally's Paintings
Sally Pierone's portfolio of paintings is nearing a total of 200. Here, we feature six of them, accompanied by commentary from the artist.

Photo Gallery: Gray is Groovy
See how great gray can be with these photos of ELDR readers!

What's Your Disaster Plan?
No matter where you live, there's always the possibility of a natural disaster. You could spend days without electricity. You could be isolated and have no way to leave your home, or you might need to leave in a hurry.

North Beach Poet
George Tsongas lives to write and writes to live. It's a simple formula for a feisty, full-blooded 80-year-old poet, and it works.

Dynamic Duo
Tennis doubles partners Herb Delaney, 82, and Rita Price, 80+, have been dismantling opponents and winning trophies for seven years.

The New Power Shopper
Savvy marketers (at last!) are catering to elders, with products that are both useful and stylish. Here's the scoop on this shopping trend.

Come Dance with Me
Read why these elders love dancing and you'll want to kick up your heels, too.

Inspiring ELDRs
Get inspired by our real-life profiles of exceptional people, featured here.

Reboot? Retread? Retire?
The word “retirement” has become a misnomer—but what shall we call it now?

Kicking into High Gear
Sixty five is a magic number for Bob Lee. Back in 1965, he and his wife Anne tied the knot. And last spring at age 65, Bob completed a 6,500-mile bike trip. The goal: to raise money for cancer, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and hospice.

Like Gold Being Refined
Years ago you bought all her albums and sang soulfully along to "Send In the Clowns." Here, Judy Collins shares how she's turned her life's biggest tragedy into a healing new career.