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News about the elderly, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.
09/04/2010 12:00 AM
The Kids Aren’t All Right
A reader responds to an article about policing for children living in retirement communities.
08/09/2010 12:00 AM
Vulnerable Refugees, Losing a Lifeline
Unless Congress acts quickly, thousands of refugees who fled for their lives — and who are now elderly, disabled and poor — will learn the cold limits of compassion.
08/03/2010 12:00 AM
Feeding Dementia Patients With Dignity

Some experts are suggesting “comfort feeding” as an alternative to feeding tubes, which some studies suggest do not necessarily prolong survival.