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The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. It next goes to the Senate for a vote.

Ahead of President Joe Biden’s announcement that all American adults will be eligible for a vaccine on April 19, White House press secretary Jen Psaki urged seniors to make appointments to get shots now to avoid long lines and limited appointment availability.

Los Angeles City Councilman Gil Cedillo launched a “Get Vaccinated” campaign in English and Spanish Friday to urge Latino seniors in the First Council District to get vaccinated.

Vera Wang is famous for creating many beloved wedding dresses – including that of Alicia Keys, Victoria Beckham and “Sex and the City” character Carrie Bradshaw – but she’s also gotten attention for confidently striking a pose on Instagram. Last year, the 71-year-old fashion designer set the internet abuzz when she showed off her toned abs in a sports bra...

As states across the U.S. roll out the COVID-19 vaccine to people 65 and older, senior citizens are scrambling to figure out how to sign up to get their shots

COVID-19 cases continue to increase, and projections aren’t looking promising after many gathered during the holidays. As we enter a fifth week under the Regional Stay-at-home order, more people will be facing isolation, particularly seniors. “I’m very outgoing and to all of a sudden be so vulnerable feeling and I don’t have any control over that,” said Jan Garbosky....

“I couldn’t say no. There was no ‘no’ with Buddy.” John Hossick could never say no to his husband Buddy Rabaya. He especially couldn’t say no when Buddy wanted to rally the community and give seniors a little joy during the holidays. “The seniors, they don’t have a lot of company,” said Hossick while standing behind hundreds of small...

A San Marcos High School student is raising money to connect seniors, who live in a skilled nursing facility, with their loved ones who they haven’t been able to see since the start of the pandemic.

A Poway teen created a card making campaign called Cards4Kindness which has 380 ambassadors located around the world

During the pandemic, many San Diego seniors have been unable to go to the store or restaurants to get food, but thanks to the “Great Plates Delivered” program hundreds of people are getting free, nutritious meals every day. San Diego County has announced the program is being extended until July 10. Thirty-one local restaurants are participating in the initiative including…

Older Americans are more susceptible to dying from coronavirus

Staying at home and practicing physical distancing has been hard on all of us- but maybe more so for our seniors, but a volunteer program is helping seniors through this pandemic. It is a phone program by LA Works that pairs up home-bound seniors to volunteers who simply just talk to them on the phone. And Sunday, one of those…

The pandemic has been tough on everyone, but probably more so for seniors. Darsha Philips reported on NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 10, 2020.

One senior facility is providing good news during the coronavirus outbreak. Hetty Chang reported on NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2020.

California restaurants will get taxpayer money to feed millions of seniors during the coronavirius pandemic, but only if they can offer meals with fresh fruit, vegetables and no sugary drinks. Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday the requirements reflect California’s values, though lawmakers have repeatedly failed to impose special taxes and require warning labels for sugary drinks in the past....

The group grew from two friends to 700 volunteers serving vulnerable populations. Ted Chen reports for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2020.

Demand for meal delivery has skyrocketed in this time of Stay At Home orders.  One specialty service has a menu that now includes a healthy portion of giving back. With disturbing updates every day about the CV in nursing homes, many seniors who live independently rely on family and allies to help them stay safe. For many in Los...

Beverly White reported on NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2020.

Los Angeles City Councilman David Ryu announced a program on Tuesday that will connect volunteers with homebound older residents to help them cope through the coronavirus pandemic.  Ryu’s office is seeking volunteers interested in taking part in the Senior Outreach Program that will put them in touch with seniors in the Fourth Council District through an app managed by...