Q. I've been voting since I was able to do so, which is more decades ago than I'd like to mention. After all, voting is a responsibility! I know that seniors like me care about a broad range of issues, not just those commonly … [Read more...]
Things You May Not Know About Long-term Care
Posted on October 16, 2018 · Leave a Comment
With nearly 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 every day from now until 2030, long-term care is a top concern of current and soon-to-be retirees, or at least it should … [Read more...]
If You Collect Social Security, You’re Getting a “Raise!”
Posted on October 12, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Q1. My husband and I rely on Social Security for about half of our monthly income. I heard that the cost-of-living adjustment announcement by the SSA is happening this week. Do you happen to know how the COLA is determined and how … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment
Posted on October 9, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Last year, Marie turned 65 and she retired from work. Since then, she’s felt alive and free. She now enjoys traveling, taking classes, and checking items off her bucket list, including ziplining. One thing has been on her mind, … [Read more...]
Downsizing So It’s Not So Overwhelming
Posted on October 5, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Q. My parents knew it was time to downsize soon after my son (their grandson) Logan was born. They started to re-evaluate what’s important to them at this stage in life and decided that their health and family were more important … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: What if Nobody Wants My Stuff?
Posted on October 5, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Dear Angel, I am thinking about moving to a senior living community sometime in the near future. So, now is the time to start figuring out what to do with the houseful of furniture, artwork, china, crystal, jewelry, and … [Read more...]
