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Teenagers help seniors learn how to use technology — and form friendships along the way

Students at Canterbury School in Fort Myers, Florida are helping residents at Brookdale College Parkway learn more about technology.

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99-year-old Brookdale Biloxi resident reflects on WASP Training during WWII

In celebration of Women’s History Month, one 99-year-old Brookdale Biloxi resident is discussing her Women Airforce Service Pilots training during World War II.

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Celebrating Women's History Month at Brookdale Meridian

Joan Durling has called Brookdale Meridian home for the past seven years. Known by residents in the community as “Ms. Joan,” she has dedicated most of her life to helping others.

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At 102 years old, Brookdale Denton South resident leans on faith, continues helping others

For Women's History Month, CBS News Texas is recognizing some of the incredible North Texas women who have made big impacts in our communities. Mildred Kitchens spent decades as a social worker, serving families through some of the most turbulent times of the past century. Even at the age of 102, she's continuing to help people.

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Celebrating Women's History Month: 98-year-old Mae Michell dances through life

Brookdale is celebrating Women's History Month by recognizing historical residents, including Mae Michell. Michell spent years on the road with the Alley Kats dance troupe performing for crowds in the United States and in Europe.

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Still firing on all cylinders, 98-year-old Brookdale Riverwalk resident was a Rosie the Riveter during World War II

In 1943, at the age of 18, Brookdale Riverwalk resident Louise Lewis became a "Rosie the Riveter" at a B-17 plant in Bakersfield, California.

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No age cap: Two different generations strive for healthy lifestyle in Austin senior living community

KXAN interviewed Brookdale Gaines Ranch in February about the active and fun trainers that come to the community. Two residents shared how much the class helps them keep active in other parts of life.

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Teens make weekly trip to solve tech problems for seniors at Brookdale College Parkway

Once a week, students from the Canterbury School in Fort Myers, Florida make a trip to Brookdale College Parkway next door. There, the teens spend one-on-one time with residents and help them with their phone, tablet and computer issues.

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Brookdale Biloxi couple celebrates 69th anniversary

To have and to hold for 69 years. Sheldon and Mary Cambre have stayed true to those wedding vows for nearly seven decades. The Cambres got married in their early 20s. Monday afternoon, they celebrated their 69th anniversary at Brookdale Assisted Living and Memory Care in Biloxi.

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Retired priest brings Ash Wednesday mass to seniors at Brookdale Champions

Despite being retired from being a priest for 15 years, Monsignor Francis still ministered Ash Wednesday mass at Brookdale Champions Assisted Living for those who couldn't make it out to a service.

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3 NC couples share their secrets to more than 60 years of marriage

Three couples who have made it past the 60-year mark of marriage and now live at Brookdale Weddington Park in Matthews share words of wisdom.

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Walton County couple celebrates nearly 65 years of marriage for Valentine’s day

One local couple is celebrating nearly 65 years of marriage this Valentine’s Day. Roslyn and Richard Brown reside at the Brookedale Senior Living Center in Sandestin, and they said they are enjoying spending their golden years together in the panhandle.

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An Ocala couple celebrates Valentines Day married for 68 years

Keith and Nancy Newnan have been married for 68 years. They met through mutual friends back in Indiana when Keith came home from military duties and Nancy was a teacher.

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Love is in the air for Sarasota Couple celebrating 67 years of marriage

Love has been in the air for a long time for a Sarasota couple celebrating more than 65 years of wedding bliss. Mary and Jim Palmer are 87 and 94 years old and have been married for 67 years. They now live at the Brookdale Palmer Ranch Senior Living Community in Sarasota.

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Secrets to a long marriage? 3 Tri-Cities couples share their tips for happy lives together

One couple started with a case of mistaken identity. Another had a slightly rocky start because she thought her school’s sports star was “ornery.” The third was love at first sight as they exchanged secret looks across the aisle as they played saxophones at church.

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