HEALTH:
Can't Sleep at Night? Consider Getting Checked Out By a Doctor: Older adults are more likely to suffer from sleep disorders, such as insomnia and sleep apnea. Left untreated these conditions can have dire consequences. U.S. News & World Report, May 26.
Take These 4 Steps for Happier Feet: Like tires on a car, your feet are the foundation of your body. Most of our foot ailments can be minimized or even averted with early treatment and routine maintenance. Next Avenue, May 25.
 
Should You Be Screened for Lung Cancer? Here's What You Should Know: Lung cancer screening is used to detect the presence of lung cancer in otherwise healthy people with a high risk of lung cancer. Should you be screened? It depends on your age and your smoking history. The Oklahoman, May 25.
5 Ways to Prevent Falls: Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among U.S. seniors, leading to the deaths of at least 30,000 older adults each year. These strategies can help you avoid potentially serious injuries and keep you strong. Consumer Reports, May 15.
 
Is Your Living Room the Future of Hospital Care? Major hospital systems are betting big money that the future of hospital care looks a lot like the inside of patients’ homes. Kaiser Health News, May 24.
MIND:
My Loneliness Almost Broke Me: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, loneliness is as deadly as obesity, physical inactivity and — shockingly — smoking 15 cigarettes a day. The chronically lonely are at an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart failure and stroke, and the links with heightened depression and anxiety are obvious. Next Avenue, May 25.
MONEY:
Retirement Planning Checklist: Whether the day you stop working is a decade away or around the corner, these to-do items will help you retire on your own terms. Kiplinger, May 26.
 
8 Retirement Distribution Strategies That Will Make Your Money Last: Saving money for retirement is only part of ensuring a financially secure future. The other half involves making smart decisions about withdrawing that cash. U.S. News & World Report, May 27.
 
A Freelancer's Guide to Saving for Retirement: More than a third of U.S. workers are now freelancers, gig workers, contractors or small business owners, and the ranks of the self-employed are predicted to grow to half of the entire workforce by 2027. Money, May 26.
Retirees Worried About Inflation May Want to Consider Adding This Investment to Their Portfolio: If you’re retired and worried about how inflation could hit your wallet, there may be strategies you can employ to minimize the impact. CNBC, May 25.
 
7 Best IRA Accounts for 2021: If you don't have access to a 401(k) retirement account through your workplace, the next best thing may be an IRA. Standing for individual retirement account, an IRA is a tax-advantaged account that lets you put money aside for the future. But while opening an IRA can be a smart financial decision, selecting the right provider can feel overwhelming. U.S. News & World Report, May 24.
How to Offset Lower Social Security Benefits When a Spouse Dies: When one spouse dies, the other may see a big chunk of their Social Security income disappear. Joint annuities could help fill that gap. Kiplinger, May 27.
 
What Is a SEP IRA? If you own a business and want to save for retirement, consider setting up a simplified employee pension individual retirement account. A SEP IRA can help both you and your employees set aside funds for the future. However, make sure your company and your long-term goals are a good match for this type of account. U.S. News & World Report, May 26.
RETIREMENT:
Living a Life of Purpose after Retirement: 3 Action Steps to Take: When someone asks about what you do, the answer shouldn’t be, “I’m retired.” There is more to the second half of your life … a lot more. Kiplinger, May 26.
 
The New Nomads: Older Adults Find Life on the Road Satisfying: Staying on the move can offer adventure and keep life unpredictable and interesting. Dallas Morning News, 5/25
10 Affordable Places to Retire on the Water: A retirement home with water views doesn’t come cheap in any part of the country. But there are a few places where you can retire near a lake, river or bay and not bust your retirement budget. U.S. News & World Report, May 24.
SOCIAL SECURITY:
Social Security Is Rethinking How It Runs Customer Service After Covid: The pandemic abruptly closed the agency’s 1,200 offices, and officials are considering how to move forward. One issue: Without the offices, fewer low-income seniors sought benefits. The New York Times, May 30.
SCAMS:
Elder Financial Exploitation: Warning Signs, Prevention and Reporting: No matter how small the deception, elder financial exploitation can financially devastate its victims. U.S. News & World Report, May 27.
HOUSING:
Successful Aging in Place Doesn't Just Happen: Most older Americans hope to live at home for as long as possible, a practice referred to as “aging in place.” Next Avenue. May 24.
 
Multigenerational Home Sales Increase During COVID-19 Pandemic as Buyers Care for Parents: While the number of Americans living in multigenerational family households has continued to rise in recent years, the pandemic seems to have further accelerated the trend. USA Today, May 23.
Should You Rent or Buy Your Next Home in Retirement? If you’re thinking about renting your next home instead of buying, consider the pros and cons of the decision. Kiplinger, May 27.
INSURANCE:
Long-Term Care Insurance – To Buy or Not to Buy? Should you buy long-term care insurance or save up to self-insure? There are many trade-offs to consider. And, surprise: It doesn’t have to be one or the other. Your strategy over the years can change, depending on your needs and your finances. Kiplinger, May 27.
CAREGIVING:
How to Be a Better Long-Distance Caregiver: Long pandemic lockdowns forced many older adults to become comfortable with video calls to stay connected with family. That in turn means that long-distance caregivers have a better way to see how their loved ones are faring. NerdWallet, May 27.
LONG-TERM CARE:
Caring for an Aging Nation: The number of Americans 65 and older is expected to nearly double in the next 40 years. Finding a way to provide and pay for the long-term health services they need won't be easy. Kaiser Health News, May 28.
 
Could This Be the Way to Better Home Care in America? There's no doubt the pandemic put renewed emphasis on the need for viable, long-term care options to help older people age at home or in their community. One of the best known and effective programs to do it is PACE — the 25-year old federal Program of All inclusive Care for Elderly, an alternative to more traditional home and community based services for people 55 and older. Next Avenue, May 26.
When One Partner Needs to Move for Long-Term Care and the Other Doesn't: He required more long-term care than she could provide. Moving him to an assisted living facility improved both their lives. Next Avenue, May 26.
 
You Can Keep Some Assets While Qualifying for Medicaid. Here's How: There are some tools you can use to avoid spending down all of your assets, and potentially impoverishing a spouse, while still meeting the qualifications for Medicaid. Kiplinger, May 24.
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