What visa options are available for US passport holders aged 50 or older looking for a long-term stay in Thailand?

For US passport holders aged 50 or older looking for a long-term visa to Thailand, several options are available. The OX visa is noted, as well as the Long Term Resident Visa, which is targeted at wealthy pensioners and offers a 10-year validity. An alternative is the Thailand Elite Visa, which is more expensive but provides a long-term stay. Discussion highlights the financial criteria for these visas and mentions the affordability of the yearly NON-O visa, which costs 1,900 THB annually.