“You know what they say, the memory’s the first thing to go.” How often has a friend jokingly said that to you when you can’t remember the name of an actor, or have forgotten something (again) at home? The thing is, memory is often one of the Read More >
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Starting “The Conversation” with Your Aging Parents
If you were visiting your aging parents over the holidays and took my advice about checking for health and safety issues, the next natural step is to have “the conversation.” The content of that conversation will differ based on what you found, and Read More >
Visiting Aging Parents for the Holidays? Look for These Signs of Concern
The holidays are a wonderful time to catch up with family and friends, and celebrate the season together. They are also an opportune time to do a loving check up on your aging family members. If you are only able to see your parents once or twice a Read More >
Home Safety for your Aging Parents
AARP reports that most people want to stay in their own home as they age. The challenge for their adult children, however, is honoring that wish while ensuring the safety and well-being of their loved ones. The elderly are particularly vulnerable to Read More >
Does your “outgo” exceed your income?
This is Part 3, the final chapter in our series – Can You Afford to Retire? In Part 1 of this series I talked about the importance of having a good understanding of your financial situation when making decisions about retirement. In Part 2, I Read More >
Can You Afford to Retire – Running the Numbers
This is Part 2 in our series – Can You Afford to Retire? Conventional wisdom says that you should have at least $1million in savings before you retire. But the fact is, each person’s needs during retirement are different based on lifestyle, Read More >