Long-term care deduction
In 2019, you can deduct more of your long-term care premiums as a medical expense. 71+ – $5,270 61-70 – $4,220 51-60 – $1,580
Author: Allyson Good
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.
How to travel safely on public transportation
Public transportation is a great alternative for getting around, and is typically inexpensive as well. And while everyone needs to take basic safety…
Older Americans in popular culture
Who says millennials are the only ones rocking popular culture? In honor of Older Americans Month, here are some men and women in popular culture who…
Many types of books tell family history
If your goal in publishing a memory book is to tell family history, there are many approaches. A basic book might start with a family group and in…
How to put your life story in print
So you’ve written your life story for the family. Does it stay on your computer or do you want it published in a beautiful hardcover book to distribute as…
Write your memoirs for people 100 years from today
The people who most want to know your life story aren’t born yet. In fact, they won’t be born for generations. So you may as well not worry if your…
Studies: Caring for grandchildren is healthy for everyone
For the kids, grandma and grandpa often means warmth and fun. In return, taking care of the little rascals can reduce depression, create social…
Magnifying glass is closer than you think!
Tiny bank deposit slips. Teeny type on prescription bottles. Evil menus with small words. You can read them all with the magnifying glass that is built…
Retirement: Men suffer boredom, loss of identity, studies say
John is a successful family man: Married for 25 years, he supported his family as a truck driver, always on the road. In his last year before retirement,…
Senior gig economy: Walk a dog for health and dollars
According to the ASPCA, Americans own nearly 80 million dogs. Good for them and the dogs. Most of those dogs are left alone for up to 10 hours a day while…