For many Americans, the idea of retiring early continues to hold a special allure. Many of us heard tales of the “Microsoft millionaires” who joined that company early on, rode the wave of skyrocketing stock prices, and retired in their forties or early fifties with seven-figure nest eggs. There’s something enticing about the notion of … Read more
They’re tasty, convenient, quick to prepare, and cheap. We’re talking about a category of food items referred to as “ultraprocessed,” the kind young people (and some not-so-young) love to grab for a quick meal or snack. Well over half the calories consumed here in the U.S. come from ultraprocessed foods, and no wonder: thanks to … Read more
Medicare Advantage plans continue to gain in popularity as a growing number of seniors choose them over basic Medicare (or Medicare with supplemental coverage). They’re often touted as the best value in senior health care, with a wide range of services all covered under a single premium. But does the reality match the hype? For … Read more
Old people in America have long been the butt of jokes and the victims of derogatory and even demeaning treatment. This pattern of discrimination based on age has a name: ageism. What’s more, ageism has a cost, one that can literally shorten the lives of those affected by it. That was the unsettling conclusion in … Read more
When we picture a caregiver, the first image that comes to mind might be that of a bedside nurse, or a hospital orderly. The role of caregiving seems to include either direct medical care – injections, prescriptions, blood pressure cuffs – or the less-pleasant demands of keeping the person needing care clean, dressed, and fed … Read more
Frequently here on the Blog, we publish articles that are aimed at those already retired, or close to it. But for those whose retirement date is a bit farther in the future – say, a decade or more – it’s helpful to stop every now to offer some general guidance. Think of it as a … Read more
Aging in place has been the preferred plan for the vast majority of seniors for several decades now. Survey after survey has revealed that, when asked where they want to grow old, practically every American adult has a three-word reply: “my own home.” That’s an admirable goal, since living at home can be – for … Read more
James Taylor once sang, “The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time.” That great song (and profound concept) occurred to us as we read an encouraging article about some of the happy surprises that can accompany aging. We all know about the stereotypes and the jokes, but as 77-year-old author Elizabeth Roper Marcus … Read more
If you’re interested in living a longer life, it helps if you’re a female, at least in the United States. According to the CDC, U.S. men can expect to live about 73.5 years, while their female counterparts will live almost six years longer. That’s a lot of extra time to enjoy life – but it’s … Read more
It’s the question every soon-to-be retiree asks, studies, and debates: is there an exact best time to claim those Social Security benefits? After all, you worked three or four decades or more to earn those monthly direct deposits. What’s more, if you’re like most people, your Social Security benefit will be a major part of … Read more
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