The idea of dating over 50 is a scary thought for many of us, especially if you’ve recently lost a spouse through death or divorce, or if you’ve been out of action for a long time. As Baby Boomers, we grew up before online dating existed and did things the old-fashioned way like meeting a guy at the malt shop or at the beach. It’s easy to understand why you may be … [Read more...]
How To Deal With Emergency Medical Expenses When You’re Older
You really can’t tell when you or a family member is going to get sick. All you can do is prepare for it as much as you can, especially financially. Having an emergency fund, after all, never hurts. Getting a health insurance plan is great as well...but what about those medical emergencies that you weren’t prepared for? What about those expenses that are not covered by your … [Read more...]
How to Care For Your Spouse Living with Dementia
Finding out your loved one is living with dementia can be difficult emotionally, with many new things to consider as they progress along their journey. Changes in cognitive ability can result in difficulty communicating, alterations in behavior, and often memory loss. Here we will cover tips for caring for your spouse if they are living with the disease. What is … [Read more...]
Does the Winter Make You Feel SAD Now That You Are Older?
The cold weather months often bring feelings of sadness that aren't easily explained especially as we age. There is a medical term for this affliction called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short. It is common during the gloomy fall and winter months and is accompanied by feelings of hopelessness. Women experience this more often than men. We lose hours of daylight … [Read more...]
Top 10 Things I Learned in Retirement Lifestyle Creation | Book
My retirement was highly anticipated and poorly prepared. I had done due diligence on the financial side of things, but I had just vague assumptions about what life would be like if I didn’t have to work every day. I was a Type-A, critical-thinking workaholic. I had no hobbies, no exercise program, and few friend connections outside of my work relationships. I was too … [Read more...]
