Improving the quality of life for both people and pets is the aim of a new program matching Tuolumne County Meals on Wheels clients with dogs and cats needing homes. Under the program, willing seniors will provide foster homes for pets from the county Animal Control shelter until permanent owners are found. “They would provide
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Even if you’re not a hiker – in fact, even if you use a cane, walker or wheelchair, or have young grandchildren in tow – you can still enjoy one of the world’s great wonders. Our top 10 outings include picnics, photo outings and much more throughout Yosemite National Park. Most are in the valley due to
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Need a healing infusion of natural beauty? Yosemite’s roads less traveled offer the perfect autumn outing.

New survey reveals hopes, fears, and needs of the foothills’ growing population of boomers and seniors.

Snowshoes invite a fun winter outing, but don’t be fooled by the leisurely pace: It’s great exercise.

At age 80, Max Lemon still teaches high school, with no plans to quit. His life story is a lesson in itself.

One of the greatest benefits of living in the Mother Lode is the natural beauty that surrounds us. And there’s no better way to enjoy the great outdoors than with family – both young and old. Below are eight one-day outings, suitable for  both grandparents and children. Most are free, or at least low cost,
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It was May 1943, and Larry Singley had just enlisted in the Navy – four days before his 18th birthday. With World War II under way, Singley was immediately sent to Florida for boot camp. So quickly, in fact, that his mother had to pick up his high school diploma at a graduation ceremony the
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At 85, Jim Gullion still has ‘the moves’ honed from 70 seasons on a ballfield. Now he and other granddads are sharing what they know, including Jim’s fitness philosophy: Actions beats inaction every time.

Arthritis ended his violin-playing days, but Dario Cassina’s deep love of music and community lives on.