The term “downsizing” involves much more than a simple housing decision. For most older Americans who elect to downsize in retirement, there’s a significant amount of emotion involved. We were reminded of that important aspect of downsizing as we read this insightful article on the website of Twin Cities PBS, formerly the digital home of … Read more
Imagination is a wonderful thing. Sometimes our imagination can take us on flights of fancy into dream worlds that could never really exist in real life. Imagination is what allows us to daydream and to create. But our imagination can also be a productive tool if we put it to good use. For example, as … Read more
Do you live with chronic stress—the kind that never quite goes away? These days, it’s hard not to. Between economic pressures, societal turmoil, family conflict, and all the typical stress factors that come with aging in America, stress feels like our constant companion. Some might say there are plenty of reasons to feel stress in … Read more
Let’s have a show of hands: anyone out there prefer to be unhappy in retirement? We didn’t think so. Whether we retire at an early age or not, whether we have lots of money or not much, it’s safe to say that we all want what we would call a “happy retirement.” The tricky part, … Read more
For seniors and their loved ones, health conditions like depression, fatigue, and cognitive decline create plenty of concern. The older we get, the more aware we are of worrisome symptoms that could indicate serious health conditions. When those symptoms appear, we want answers, and fast. In many cases seniors and their families turn to traditional … Read more
Lending to family is a generous act that many of us will face at some point. While these transactions can end with everyone satisfied, they often create tension, resentment, and even broken relationships when things go wrong. Because family members are involved, a simple financial arrangement can quickly become complicated. The current economic climate makes … Read more
Family dynamics are an often overlooked but critical piece of the estate planning puzzle. When tensions run high among siblings or parents, professional family mediation can provide a much-needed way to lower the temperature. Whether the friction comes from disagreements over an aging parent’s care or concerns about an unequal inheritance, even the closest families … Read more
Jimmy Buffett was famous for his laid-back “beach rock” lifestyle, but behind the scenes, he was a brilliant businessman who built a $275 million empire. Despite his success and careful preparation, his legacy is currently entangled in a bitter legal battle that offers a cautionary tale for anyone focused on family estate planning. The Conflict … Read more
All our adult lives, most of us prize our independence. We like to think of ourselves as free and liberated, living how and where we choose. It’s sort of the American myth: we make our own choices and we go our own way – or at least that’s how we picture ourselves. But as we … Read more
This week we learn about Geriatric Care Managers. Who are geriatric care managers (GCMs) and what do they do? GCMs play a huge part in the work that we do to help clients prepare for Medicaid. In general, most GCMs are nurses or social workers by trade, but that is not always the case. They … Read more
Will your plan for retirement lead to disaster if your health fails? Will you end up forced into institutional care, go broke paying for care, or become a burden on your family?
For millions of Americans, the answer is yes. This video explains why retirement turns into a nightmare for so many people and how completing this course can keep these nightmares from happening to you.
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