HEALTH:
CDC Warns Against Thanksgiving Travel: Here Are a Dozen More Things You Can do to Help Stop COVID-19: As Americans prepare for the first Thanksgiving in the time of the coronavirus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a stark warning a week before the big day: Don’t travel. The Conversation, Nov. 19.

Older People Who Want an Early Covid-19 Vaccine Might Not Get One as Quickly as They’d Like: Older Americans eager to get vaccinated against Covid-19 may need to exercise some patience. CNBC, Nov. 19.
Coping With COVID-19: It Takes More Than Medicine: The holidays, for all their glitter and manufactured cheer, are also notorious for stoking feelings of loneliness and depression. This year will be a bigger test than usual. With coronavirus cases on the rise again across the country, caution will dictate more social distancing and isolation, particularly among older Americans. Next Avenue, Nov. 17.
 
'A Struggle:' Physical, Mental Ills Can Linger Months After COVID Recovery: Patients who survive severe COVID-19 after being hospitalized are not necessarily home-free upon discharge. HealthDay, Nov. 18.
CBD Sales Are Soaring, But Evidence is Still Slim That the Cannabis Derivative Makes a Difference for Anxiety or Pain: Many people have turned to cannabis and its derivatives as they search for pandemic relief, and one of the most widely available ones is CBD. The Conversation, Nov. 19.
MEDICARE:
Medicare Mania: Some Basics to Know During Open Enrollment: What’s Part A, Part B, Part C and Part D and what do they cover? What are Medicare Advantage plans? And how about the deadlines involved? There’s a lot to understand during this critical time. Kiplinger, Nov. 21.

Surprise: You Might Pay More for Your Medicare Part D Drug Plan in 2021: Some seniors will face a surcharge on their prescription plan premiums. Find out if you'll be one of them. The Motley Fool, Nov. 18.
Here’s What to Watch for if a Medigap Policy is Part of Your Medicare Coverage: If you are dropping an Advantage Plan during open enrollment in favor of returning to original Medicare and pairing it with “Medigap,” be sure you know the rules that apply. CNBC, Nov. 14.

Medicare Beneficiaries Can Pick from More Than 30 Advantage Plans. How to Get it Right: There’s a chance that if you’re enrolled in Medicare, an Advantage Plan is on your radar as a supplemental coverage option. While these plans continue growing in popularity and availability, there are some things to watch for. CNBC, Nov, 20.
MONEY:
Common Retirement Financial Fears and How to Overcome Them: Think through accounts and budgets to alleviate common money concerns in retirement. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 18.
 
Steps to Take Now to Retire in 2021: Although sailing off into the sunset and leaving the rat race behind may sound like a dream come true, you’ll still need to plan your finances to successfully navigate your way through. GoBankingRates.com, Nov. 16.
 
Can You Retire on $1 Million? Here’s How Far It Will Go: Saving a million dollars is doable if you start early, and it could last you decades in retirement. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 16.
New 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2021: Retirement savers won't be eligible to put more money in a 401(k) plan next year. The 401(k) contribution limits will remain the same in 2021, but some of the income limits for 401(k) plans will increase. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 16.
 
Here’s the Right Way to Avoid Tax Pitfalls and Roll Your 401(k) Assets to an IRA: The rollover process itself must be done properly or it could be considered a distribution, subject to taxation and possibly an early-withdrawal penalty. CNBC, Nov. 16.
POLITICS:
What the 2020 Election Results Mean for Older Americans: The 2020 election may mean that older Americans will see major policy changes affecting their retirement and health care coverage. Next Avenue, Nov. 16.
RETIREMENT:
How to Retire in Ecuador: Ecuador has long been lauded as one of the most affordable places to retire in the Americas. However, retired life in this country can be challenging. Here's what you need to know about launching a new life overseas in Ecuador. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 20.

When Only One Spouse Retires: Retirement in any form can upend a couple’s relationship, but when both spouses used to work full-time and only one retires, that reconfiguration raises its own challenges and benefits. Kiplinger, Nov. 20.
SOCIAL SECURITY:
3 Social Security Numbers You Need to Know for 2021: For current retirees and those planning to retire soon, it's important to pay careful attention to any changes to Social Security benefits. In 2021, several key numbers are changing in a way that could affect your income. The Motley Fool, Nov. 20.
 
Taking a Retirement Plan Withdrawal? Here's How It Could Affect Your Social Security Benefits: Be careful when removing funds from an IRA or 401(k). You may be surprised at how that seemingly simple moves affects your Social Security income. The Motley Fool, Nov. 17.
LEGAL ISSUES:
Joint Trusts or Separate Trusts: Advice for Married Couples: Unless you have a specific need for separate trusts, it’s usually best to avoid the headaches they cause and go with a joint trust instead. Here’s why. Kiplinger, Nov. 20.
INSURANCE:
How to Choose Your Health Insurance for 2021: If you work for an employer that offers health insurance, you're likely in the thick of choosing your coverage for 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic adds some wrinkles to an already tricky decision. Next Avenue, Nov. 19.

Getting to the Medicare Finish Line: An unexpected retirement brings plenty of financial headaches, and one of the biggest is finding affordable health insurance until you turn 65 and can qualify for Medicare. Kiplinger, Nov. 20.
CAREGIVING:
How to Decide Between Home Care or Long-Term Care During COVID-19: Should a loved one stay in a care facility, move elsewhere, come to a family caregiver's home and rely on care provided by one or more family members or receive professional home care? Next Avenue, Nov. 12.
TECHNOLOGY:
How to Track Down Old Friends Online: Thanks to the internet, tracking down long-lost friends is relatively easy to do, and, in most cases, it won’t cost you a cent. Here are some tips and online tools to help you get started. Richmond Times Dispatch, Nov. 15.
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