September 28, 2020
Your weekly link to news and information from credible newspaper
and magazine publications, and electronic news media outlets nationwide.
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Is There an Age Limit for Organ Donation? There's no cutoff age for being an organ donor. Anyone, regardless of age or medical history, can sign up. The decision to use your organs is based on health of the organ, not age. The Oklahoman, Sept. 22.
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Is My Senior Moment the Start of Dementia? The number of cases of dementia in the US is rising as baby boomers age, raising questions for boomers themselves and also for their families, caregivers and society. CNN, Sept. 21.
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How to Find Hidden Retirement Money: Baby boomers have worked an average of 12 jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. During each job change, a retirement account can get lost in the shuffle. U.S. News & World Report, Sept. 25.
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Am I Saving Too Much for Retirement? While saving too much isn’t necessarily a negative habit, it's helpful to understand your level of savings. Think through your retirement goals to determine if you're saving more than enough for the future. U.S. News & World Report, Sept. 23.
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The Tricky Decisions for Snowbirds This Year: Due to the coronavirus, snowbirds are now rethinking, businesses are worrying, rental agencies are discounting, transportation services are marketing, and Chambers of Commerce are scrambling to find a path to recovery and normalcy. Next Avenue, Sept. 24.
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Americans Don’t Understand These Facts About Social Security: How much — or little — you know about Social Security can have a huge impact on your post-retirement finances. That’s especially true if you’re among the 64% of Americans with less than $10,000 in retirement savings. GoBankingRates.com, Sept. 25.
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You Have an Estate Plan. Will It Work? When do you need your estate plan to “go to work” for you? While you may think the right answer is “after I die,” the actual answer is “if I lose the ability to manage my own affairs.” Next Avenue, Sept. 21.
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The Disadvantages of Aging in Place: Surveys show that most people would prefer to grow older, and even die, in their own home. This desire isn’t hard to understand. But there are disadvantages you need to keep in mind before committing to staying where you are. Next Avenue, Sept. 25.
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When to Hire a Geriatric Care Manager: Children of older parents know all too well that their aging parents need varying degrees of help. When that becomes too much for them to handle, one solution is to hire a geriatric care manager. U.S. News & World Report, Sept. 23.
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High-Tech Aids for Aging in Place: Apple Watch and other technology provides fast feedback, comfort for older users, and a powerful assist for caregivers. Kiplinger, Sept. 23.
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The COVID-19 Cremation Trend: What You Need to Know: In addition to the increasing trend in cremations prior to the pandemic, during COVID-19, the restrictions on gatherings and other concerns have made cremation a more viable option for many. Next Avenue, Sept. 21.
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