Debunking the “lonely old people” stereotype
Most senior survey respondents say they’re rarely lonely, if ever. It appears they are too busy and involved with activities to be lonely. It’s no secret…
Category: Seniors
Aging gracefully: Is there such a thing?
Your fingers could fly over the adding machine keyboard. But now no one uses them. You had the most beautiful complexion, but now? Well, still pretty good…
Advisor gives important facts on widow benefits
Advisor gives important facts on widows’ benefits Social Security advisor Tom Margenau says when he explains Social Security rules to people, sometimes…
Deceased spouse had reverse mortgage, now what?
Deceased spouse had a reverse mortgage, now what? The ability to remain in the home comes courtesy of an FHA program called the Mortgagee Optional…
Five ways to keep your memory sharp
It’s really no surprise, and you might have guessed what researchers recommend: The best ways to prevent cognitive impairment and memory problems is to do…
For caregivers: Random acts of kindness
A caregiver might be a man taking care of his disabled wife, an employed woman who cares for her dad with in the evening, or a full-time caregiver who…
New reverse mortgages can be useful source of cash
These new reverse mortgages can be a useful source of cash in retirement Reverse mortgages have long been regarded at risky, last resort choices for…
Get up, get dressed and get out! Save your own life by living it
save your own life and enjoy doing it If you’re in a place in your life where good friends have moved away or passed on, and a time when you have lost…
Many ups and downs to consider before downsizing
Among retirees who move, half of them choose smaller digs, finds a new study by Merrill Lynch and Age Wave. Less home and yard work, cost cutting and…
Small jobs for retirees.
A retired electrician asked USA Today’s Kim Komando how he could get some small jobs that would help him out with expenses. Kim says TaskRabbit is one of…