Are you the responsible one who takes leadership in attending to your aging parents? Unless you are an only child, it seems that there is a responsible adult child in all the families we work with at AgingParents.com. That would be the person who notices signs of declining health and expresses concern. That would be
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May was Older Americans Month and this year’s theme, “Age My Way!” highlighted a much needed takeaway by learning from older Americans what they wish they’d known to prepare for their post-work lives. First, 78% of those recently surveyed wish they had saved more. Many also regret not creating a plan for how they wanted
For many Americans, summer 2022 is the season of revenge travel. They’re willing to go a little farther and spend a little more than they normally would on a summer holiday to ensure they have an unforgettable trip. Revenge travel is all about making up for time lost and opportunities missed because of the pandemic.
The beat of Pomp and Circumstance is playing across the country this month. From high schools to colleges young people are graduating in commencement ceremonies. Commencement is all about celebrating the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Life is a series of chapters, and now that our lifespans are increasing, there are
If you have sold a business for a significant financial profit, inherited a large sum of money or recently won a very large lottery, you might want to consider the merits of a “family office” in order to manage your financial affairs. A reader, C.P., wants to know how to get started. What Is a
Bruce Feiler is an excellent author whose newest book, Life Is In The Transitions, refutes much of what we have been taught about successfully navigating life, all while cluing us into something that we already know but rarely say: Life isn’t linear. In fact, Feiler puts it even more starkly: “The linear life is dead.
Topline Stocks finished higher on Friday—capping off a solid rally this week that saw markets rebound from more than seven consecutive weeks of losses, as recession fears continued to subside in light of positive economic data showing inflation moderated slightly last month. Key Facts The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.8%, nearly 600 points, while
As you celebrate National Hamburger Day (May 28th) this Memorial Day Weekend, retirement is probably the last thing on your mind. But as the sizzling aroma of those grilling burgers captivates your nostrils, consider for a moment how your retirement is like a mouth-watering juicy hamburger. “A hamburger represents all you’ve achieved and accumulated from
Topline With stocks on track for one of their worst years in recent history amid concerns around persistent inflation, rate hikes from the Federal Reserve and rising recession risks, top firms on Wall Street say investors should turn to defensive stocks with stable margins and cash flow that should be able to weather a bear
The subject of driving for elders can get quite emotional. It is a symbol of independence and freedom. It can also be increasingly dangerous as we age. At AgingParents.com, where we consult with families of elders, we see many families with a general reluctance to bring up the topic with an aging parent. This occurs