In the Des Moines metro, a troupe of senior living residents are turning their golden years into TikTok gold. Seniors from independence_village Waukee first went viral in 2022 with dances to rap songs and fun takes led by Iowa native Sarah Escherich, who used her first post-graduate job to put a next-generation spin on senior living. Together, Escherich and her residents have shown that having fun can happen at any age — and the internet has taken notice. They have received millions of TikTok likes and thousands of admirers by showcasing Iowa to the internet. Now, the group's shared TikTok stardom has led to a snazzy commercial spot with the social media company. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. #Waukee #Iowa #TikTok #DMSUSA #SeniorLiving #Retirement