Financial Tips for Newly Retired Seniors
Most people look forward to their retirement years; it’s a time when we can finally relax, explore new options, travel, and enjoy all that life has to offer without the stress of heading into the office anymore. However, being prepared for the change in lifestyle that’s ahead means more than just thinking about how you’ll […]
Preparing for Long Term Senior Care
While people may not like to think of themselves as growing older, it’s important to recognize that aging is simply a fact of life. Advances in medicine and healthcare have allowed the population to live longer than ever before. Plus, more people recognize the need for a healthy, active lifestyle as they age, which can […]
Can Working Longer Keep You Healthier?
Retirement planning is something many people start at an early age, as they look forward to having all the time in the world to relax, enjoy themselves, and do all the things they may not have previously had time to do, like travel or write a novel. However, more and more these days, older Americans […]
Today’s Senior Living Options
When seniors today are ready to make a change in their lifestyle, it can become an overwhelming decision due to all the senior living options available today. Knowing what type of senior housing is right for you or your loved just takes a little research, as well as knowing what your needs are and what […]
Seniors Seeking Employment
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it’s projected that nearly one in five of all U.S. workers will be 55 or older by the year 2015. Already today, at least one in four older Americans are seeking to return to the workforce or postponing their retirement altogether. Today, more and more companies are […]
Retirement Living: A New Purpose to Life
People have a tendency to let their careers define who they are in life. This is why as we approach retirement, it’s time to take a step back and think about the goals and dreams we’ve always had in order to make retirement living meaningful, and among the best years of our lives. People are […]
The Cost of Aging in America
As the aging population grows, the cost of aging in America grows, too. Not only is the cost of healthcare on the rise because people are living longer, but the aging are also living longer with chronic diseases that need to be managed. By the year 2050, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) […]
A New Routine – How to Fill Your Days When You Retire
After years in the workforce, you might be a little apprehensive about facing retirement full on. Saving enough money is not the only thing you need to worry about. With longer lifespans these days, you may have a couple decades to live your life to the fullest. Now that you’re no longer working, you have hours of […]
Are You Ready for Retirement?
When you start thinking about retiring, what comes to your mind? Maybe you dream of endless days of freedom to relax and catch up on all those good books you’ve had piling up in a corner. Maybe you’d like to learn how to play tennis or perfect your golf swing? Regardless of how you’ll choose […]