
If you’re overwhelmed with taking care of an entire house or struggling with feelings of isolation, an independent living community might be a good next move for you. Let’s look at how to compare and contrast options.
If you’re overwhelmed with taking care of an entire house or struggling with feelings of isolation, an independent living community might be a good next move for you. Let’s look at how to compare and contrast options.
Protect your financial future, even when life throws the unexpected your way. Learn more about the importance of a financial power of attorney and how to choose the right person for the job.
Who wouldn’t like to make wiser decisions? But wisdom does not come automatically with age. There are things you can do, though, to develop your capacity for wisdom. You don’t have to rely on just the school of hard knocks to cultivate a sage perspective.
Moving in together is becoming an increasingly common housing solution for older adults. Learn about the balance of privacy and togetherness and which features support a positive, long-lasting arrangement.
October 9 is Ageism Awareness Day. Prejudice against older adults is so widespread we often inflict it upon ourselves without even thinking about it. See what you can do to counteract this way of thinking.
September 16 is National Stepfamily Day. This month we look at the issues of blended families when you consider how to divide up the estate fairly between the “new” spouse, first-union children, and any subsequent children born from the new marriage.
If you are thinking of writing a memoir, consider a different approach, one that recounts how you came to hold the values you believe are important in life. Rather than a chronological recounting, it provides a view of you through the lens of the wisdom you have gathered and the lessons learned.
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Next after that is early detection! Learn about key screening tests that Medicare covers to help you catch problems before they go into full bloom.
Much as your kids mean well, do you worry they are going to step in and start making decisions about your life? You’re not alone! Rather than distance yourself from them, consider strategies to address their concerns while also maintaining your independence.
Most people are surprised to learn that Medicare pays for only a limited amount of the daily care you are likely to need in your lifetime (about 14%).
Medicare covers only services delivered by medically trained professionals. That means you need to have savings or insurance and rely on a collection of local programs. Or family and friends who may be able to pitch in with labor or funds.
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