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Most Dangerous Terrorist Threat To The Country is Not Terrorism, But Excess Body Fat
Governor Tommy Thompson, former US Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) during the SARS pandemic, Chairman of Stayhealthy, Inc.The best defense is a good offense. The most severely affected victims of COVID-19 have underlying health issues, many of which, like diabetes and heart disease, are related to excess body fat. To guard against future […]
Boomers And Cannabis Freedom In Luxury Retirement Living
Planned retirement communities in America will never be the same as baby boomers start asking to bring along their marijuana, CBD and even a green house to grow it. Some of the folks who design and build these desirable communities are already planning for it. One leading firm Mosaic Design Studio founded by Lisa Cini […]
Covid-19 Time to Write a Memoir
Bloomer Boomer editor and video game player Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . In this show he talks with writer publisher Judy Katz. She says while we all have the “advantage” of time in this “sheltering in place’ phenomenon, now might […]
Did Poaching Cause Pandemic?
Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]
AGELESS STARTUP: Start A Business At Any Age
Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]
True wealth — The kind that only comes from self-empowered healthy living
Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]
What Returning To Normal Is Like
Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]
Video Game: Why Seniors Should Give It a Try
As of recently, the world is struggling with the COVID-19 pandemic. There is still no cure and the most important thing we can do to avoid getting sick is to stay at home. This is even more important for older adults, who are more likely to have severe or even terminal symptoms. However, it’s understandable […]
Comprehensive Retirement Guide from Annuity.org
You’ve worked hard for most of your life, and it’s time to live off the fruits of your labors. No more worrying about pleasing the boss or customers or finding ways to put up with difficult coworkers. No more fighting traffic. No more performance evaluations or interminable meetings. Suddenly, your time is your own. You […]
Prostate Cancer Treatment: Do Your Homework, Know Your Options
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, after skin cancer, and nearly 175,000 new cases will have been diagnosed by the end of 2020. When men are diagnosed with prostate cancer, they have to make sense of a variety of treatment options presented to them and fully […]
Top tips to build your immune system during the coronavirus
The coronavirus outbreak has contributed to many unfortunate deaths in the past few months. It’s a scary and worrying time for many, including those of an older generation. Throughout the pandemic there have been many warnings from health experts that elderly people are considered vulnerable to the virus. This means many of them have had […]
New Age: 5 Ways Technology Can Improve Your Life in 2020
If you still think that all things tech are a young man’s game in 2020, you’ll have to reassess your perspective. What is the leading factor in the way our interaction with technology evolves? It’s all about accessibility. By simplifying the user experience, creators of various technologies have made them more accessible to a wide […]
Prostate Cancer Procedure Preserves Quality of Life
Steve Kane of Rochester, New York was finally at the threshold of retirement, working less and transitioning into his second act that was supposed to give him the time and freedom to travel, dabble in music, sing in community choirs and basically enjoy life with John, his husband and partner of 27 years. Steve was […]
Food Sensitivity Test For Healing Women’s Skin
Women food sensitivity Most of us think that eating erratically only affects our health and weight! Food intolerances result in varied physical after-effects and symptoms. It comprises headaches, feeling nausea, bloating, water retention, feeling giddy, lethargic, constant indigestion, and the like. And if you look attentively, you will also find that none of these symptoms […]
Preparing Your Home for Spring and Summer
By Hilary Thompson Seasonal changes are the perfect time to take care of those house projects you’ve been ignoring and do some cleaning. As the weather turns warmer, there are specific things that will need attention around your home to prepare for spring and summer and recover from winter. Appliances and exterior elements need to […]
Truths About Cosmetic Surgery For Boomers?
In today’s society, the obsession to gain an attractive appearance continues to grow. Whilst many would associate this consciousness with younger audiences, elders are also reverting to methods to enhance their appearance. In particular, cosmetic procedures can be an option that older people may explore. However, the question they tend to ask themselves is whether […]
Pro Wrestler Plus Andy Play Battle Royale
Hi…I’m Crazy Grandpa Andy as I’m known among the gaming community….You can call me Andy. Check out WWE Wrestling Yoga edition today and I play Fornites Battle Royale with my virtual partner Diamond Dallas Page and his amazing story about the heights and the depths of pro wrestling, Crazy Grandpa Andy is joined in the […]
How Do We Take The Next Step
Sooner or later we will have to begin moving on. https://khn.org/news/how-do-we-exit-the-shutdown-hire-an-army-of-public-health-workers/
Optimizing your Immune and Musculoskeletal Systems for People over 50
Never To Late It’s never too late to start focusing on yourself. In fact, your 50s and over is a critical time to prioritize your fitness, health and overall wellness. As people are advised to stay home these days and the uncertainty of the Coronavirus grows, it is important now more than ever that everyone, […]
9 Ways to Keep Learning at Any Age
By Hilary Thompson Learning new things as a child is inherently easier. It’s how we’re wired. We learn new concepts and retain a ton of information in order to interact with the world around us. But as we grow older, we become more used to the day-to-day, and our skills become more relative to the […]
Why Scammers Use Gift Cards to Steal Your Money
As hard as we try to stop it, there will always be a scammer out there inventing novel ways to steal our money. We have all received a wide variety of scam phone calls, and most of them end with demands for immediate payment, often using what may seem to most of us as strange […]
Hollywood Starlet Edition of Battle Royale
Hi…I’m Crazy Grandpa Andy as I’m known among the gaming community….You can call me Andy. In todays edition of Fortnite Battle Royal Kathalynn Turner Davis is my virtual player partner in my thrilling adventure of survival and victory. The excitement of the game is heightened further by her stories of growing up when she ditched […]
Roundup: The Latest in 55+ and Senior Living Coronavirus News
How could we ignore this timely advice. 1. Everything You Need to Know About Senior Living Coronavirus Concerns The coronavirus outbreak is a health and safety concern for all of us. But as recent media reports have shown, older adults are at even greater risk than the rest of the population. “The overwhelming weight of […]
5 Hoaxes To Watch Out For
5 Email Scams and Hoaxes for Boomers to Avoid Email used to be a place where you could send messages to your friends and family, receive pictures, or do work remotely. However, scammers have found a way to invade the private space of your email, and the consequences could be disastrous. Always be cautious of […]
Beware of Covid -19 Scams
By Andy Asher Coronavirus is bringing with it scam artists targeting the most vulnerable in the country. Worse yet, these are older adults who are often more susceptible to the virus. The good news is friends and family can help make sure their loved one does not become a victim of these dishonest underhanded criminals […]
Does Everyone Over 60 Need To Take The Same Coronavirus Precautions?
Should I get tested? A question my 36 year old daughter asked herself and answered by getting tested, ow awaiting the results. As we age, it’s a question that comes up more often. She knew it wasn’t a good idea and her daughter would disapprove. Nonetheless, Barbara Figge Fox, 79, recently went to four stores […]
Covid-19 Scams Attorney Advice
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Melissa Negrin-Wiener, partner at Genser Cona Elder Law about Senior Scams Are on the Rise: Tips to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones Have you ever received a suspicious phone call or email? Your parents or […]
Retirement Living With Cannabis
By Andy Asher Planned retirement communities in America will never be the same as baby boomers start asking to bring along their marijuana, CBD and even a greenhouse to grow it. Some of the folks who design and build these desirable communities are already planning for it. Cannabis Use Study One leading firm Mosaic Design […]
2020 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment
What to Know About 2020 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment By Lindsay Engle, Medicare Expert, MedicareFAQ If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, you now have a one-time chance to change your coverage. During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, you can sign up for a different Medicare Advantage plan. Or, you can enroll in traditional […]
The Voice of The Silent Generation
This opinion piece reminds us the importance of learning from generations above us. Forget “talking ‘bout my generation”, as The Who sang. People in one generation often like talking about other generations. I’m not a Baby Boomer. I’m a member of Generation X, a generation named for an underused consonant that implies something at best […]
More Choosing Preventive Medicine
Why are more people resorting to preventive medicine? In matters of health, it’s always good to follow the old-school proverb, which says – “prevention is better than cure”! The 21st century world is replete with diseases of all kinds. Most of these diseases occur because of a lack of balance in sleeping and eating. People […]
Slip and Fall Accidents While Shopping
Avoiding Slip and Fall Accidents While Shopping by David Perecman, Founder and Lead Trial Attorney at The Perecman Firm P.L.L.C. Even though the hustle and bustle of the holidays are over, shops are likely to remain just as busy with many seeking to make exchanges, returns, and take advantage of end-of-season sales. Of those who […]
Explore the Pillars of Functional Medicine & the Significance of Chiropractic Care in Functional Medicine
Often doctors prescribe a couple of aspirins and ask the patient to call back in the morning. What if your doctor instead of suggesting a quick remedy, sits down with you discussing all aspects of your lifestyle? That is precisely what functional medicine doctors would be doing if you approach them with a health issue. […]
Sailing Ocean Fox
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Simon and Carla about Sailing Ocean Fox Simon Simon comes from Gloucestershire in the west of England. After finishing school Simon studied the technical aspects of the theatre and stage design at Bristol Old Viv Theatre […]
NOT EXACTLY RETIRED
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to David Jarmul about how Americans approaching retirement can redefine their lives and find new fulfillment by pursuing international adventure and service instead of drifting in their familiar jobs. That’s the message of NOT EXACTLY RETIRED. Author […]
The Struggle To Keep Vulnerable Seniors Safe In A Large Coronavirus Cluster
This is good information. National Guard personnel stand beside a line of motorists waiting for COVID-19 coronavirus infection testing New Rochelle, N.Y., on Friday. On a spring morning, Jamie Fields and her mom Joyce Collins are standing outside a grocery store in New Rochelle, N.Y., arguing over how to stay safe. “She’s very […] Click […]
No-Touch Greetings Take Off: People Are Getting Creative About Saying ‘Hi’
I had a business meeting yesterday and I learned about social distancing. Between me and my meeting partner, he greeted me with forearm bump and our meeting ended with a fist bump. Practicing social distancing and getting creative with no-touch greetings are key methods to curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus. The way the […]
3D Housing Homeless And Needy Seniors
There will be a time when providing affordable homes for seniors and homeless will be so simple, the only barrier is finding available land. Icon’s Vulcan II 3D printer for homes on a job site in Austin, Texas where it was 3D printing a series of six homes for formerly homeless individuals. (Courtesy of Icon) […]
Daniel Craig Let Loose as James Bond on ‘SNL’
Daniel Craig has made for a good James Bond. How do you feel about it? Won’t every actor to compared against Sean Connery? James Bond gets to fly around the world and attend cool parties, but rarely does the fictitious spy ever get to enjoy his international vacations. That changed on this week’s Saturday Night […]
Trump Administration Announces New Scrutiny Of Nursing Homes
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is ordering health inspectors to focus on infection-control practices at nursing homes and hospitals, particularly those where coronavirus infections have been identified among patients or in the community, CMS Administrator Seema Verma announced Wednesday. “We are hyperfocused on infection control right now,” […] Click here to view original […]
Coronavirus Stress Test
Everywhere we look now, hygiene is being adhered to more than ever. Why of course is because we are learning how coronavirus spreads. Long before the novel coronavirus made its surprise appearance, the nation’s nursing homes were struggling to obey basic infection prevention protocols designed to halt the spread of viruses and bacteria they battle […]
Wheel the World helps people with physical disabilities enjoy their vacations
I don’t travel anywhere without giving at least some thought to how I will get around in places I want to visit. Any when your not as mobile as you have always been, I give it a lot more thought. Traveling isn’t just about the destination. Carry On is our series devoted to how we […]
Drinking Fresh-Pressed Juice
Unless your tummy tells you otherwise, what’s not to like about drinking fresh juice. It’s all good right? That’s what intrigued my about this story. It’s going to be warm again before we know it, and you can find us channeling our inner Lizzo with a nice, tall glass of freshly pressed juice all summer. […]
Find a real relationship for $0 on these non-corny free dating sites
If you use a dating site they can get a little pricey. Before you jump into using a premium dating site like Match or Eharmony try these free destinations. Remember your soulmate is priceless. Sure. But do you have to use a paid site to find a real relationship? Does a monthly fee really weed […]
Self-published authors are actually making a living. Here’s how.
Bloomer Boomer interviews many authors and book publishers because some many people in our community are writing books. For authors hoping to make extra income, there is good news. If you google the words “self-publishing stigma,” you’ll find enough material to fill a book. The search results for this phrase are packed with articles and […]
Does Alzheimer’s Treatment Seem Like White Whale
We have written many articles about Alzheimer’s treatments and cures and the single message is that an actual cure is a long way away, maybe never. But progress is regularly being noted. Some experts say the groundwork is now, finally, being laid for future therapies. New approaches are being explored, and awareness of […]
Medicare Complacency
Don’t Hold Back From A Decision By Andy Asher When newcomers to Medicare first jump in, it seems complex and vexing until everything sinks in and then its possible to start appreciating it and realizing “it ain’t so bad after all,” explains Bart Astor author of the best-selling book, Baby Boomers Guide to Caring for […]
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
Have you ever been taken aback by the question “what’s your story?” either in a reflective moment or in a social situation when meeting new people? It can take a while to update your story to the latest version of you—I can almost visualize the processors in my brain whirring away in an effort to […]
Actress and former Guiding Light soap star Tina Sloan Our Guest On Boomer TV
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Tina Sloan about her new book, Chasing Cleopatra. Actress and former Guiding Light soap star Tina Sloan has released Chasing Cleopatra: A Novel of Love, Betrayal and Suspense. Sloan takes tales of devilish and dangerous romances […]
THE HAIRCUT WHO WOULD BE KING
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Robert Trebor, an accomplished character actor widely recognized for playing a fictional salesman, Salmoneus, in the cult hit series Hercules: The Legendary Journeys and Xena: Warrior Princess, and a real-life serial killer, David Berkowitz, a/k/a the […]
HARDINESS: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals
HARDINESS: Ability to Resist The Damaging Effects of Stress How is it that some people are overwhelmed by the slightest disruption or change in their lives, while others seem to make it through catastrophes relatively unscathed? Or that two people, experiencing the exact same event can react in completely different ways? “Hardiness—your ability to resist […]
When Your Husband Has Prostate Cancer…
By Shelly Gordon Women whose husbands receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer are often the ones who swing into action, research treatment options, advise their husbands, and offer emotional support before, during and after treatment. And unlike wives of husbands who may be fighting heart disease or diabetes, couples confronting prostate cancer face a delicate […]
Medicare Vision Coverage Update
By Dave Rich Is Policy Change Likely? According to a study by University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, 92 percent of Medicare beneficiaries use eyeglasses. Despite this overwhelming percentage, Medicare does not cover routine vision care. Meanwhile, the average American spends more than five hours a day staring into a smartphone, and researchers are finding […]
The New Hampshire Newspaper Publisher Who Became the ‘Political Godmother’ of the Modern Right
Either way, Buchanan’s address was one of several factors that made the 1992 GOP convention a pivotal moment for the political right—and it might not have happened without Nackey’s activism. Buchanan understood this. Shortly before the convention, he asked the organizers if Nackey could introduce him. She would, he […] Click here to view original […]
Our Oscars Algorithm Predicted the Best Picture Winner. Tell Us Your Guesses, Too
Predicting the winners for the Academy Awards is very risky based on past winners for Best Picture. Even after more than a half-century of make predictions, your chances of being right are very low. We’re still not over it. Last year, we used high-octane statistics to predict the winner of the Academy Award for Best […]
Tough Love Fitness Lesson
A retired Navy SEAL says burpees are a key to fitness if you don’t have time for the gym This former Navy SEAL explains to me in very simple terms about how to stay in shape. But he practices what I call tough love. He says don’t wait for motivation. Instead learn discipline. It’s tough […]
Hollywood icon Kirk Douglas dead at 103
He is the last of the Hollywood greats. I would be hard pressed to name another actor with his rugged good looks. And he lived until 103. Even after suffering a stroke. I enjoyed all his movies. Kirk Douglas, the intense, muscular actor with the dimpled chin who starred in “Spartacus,” “Lust for Life” and […]
Poker Shark Doctor
Sharks And Fish At The Poker Table By Andy Asher In the world of poker, sharks are on the lookout for a fish. The documentaries show sharks as outstanding hunters in the ocean and the poker table too. When Dr. James Magner at age 68, first sauntered up to a poker table back in 2007 […]
MODERN CAREGIVERS ARE YOUNGER AND DIGITALLY SAVVY
At an average age of 42, today’s caregivers are relatively evenly split between men and women (47% men/53% women) who work the equivalent of a second, unpaid full-time job focused exclusively on managing caregiving responsibilities for families and loved ones. A new study released today by Cambia Health Solutions titled, “Wired for Care: The New […]
6 of the best cheap robot vacuum cleaners in the UK
I haven’t purchased one of these because I’m living in a temporary apartment and it seems too small for one of these. But from everyone who casually mentions they use and love their robot vacuum, I am giving it serious thoughts. The article is right. They are very expensive. Robot vacuums can get pretty pricey, […]
Stephen Colbert goes to absolute town on Iowa caucus voting app disaster
A lot of people will be asking the same question. What happened? After-all for months eyes have been on the Iowa primary eagerly awaiting how the Democratic candidates stack up against one another. By now, some 24 hours later, there is still doubt. We can only hope now that our states and voting officials have […]
The Scary Reason Why 40% of Millennials May Not Be Able to Retire on Time — or At All
Retiring on Social Security alone may seem feasible until you realize that the average senior today collects just $18,000 a year in benefits from the program. That’s hardly enough to cover basics like housing, healthcare, transportation, food, and other such essentials, and it’s certainly not enough to provide a […] Click here to view original […]
Safe Sex Valentines
By Andy Asher In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com discusses Safe Sex Valentines with Dr. Dudley Danoff, a urologist and author of The Ultimate Guide to Male Sexual Health. Going to the Source Wouldn’t it be great having a reliable go-to source about sex? […]
Six Ways to Be a Healthier, Sexier Valentine
By Dr. Dudley Seth Danoff The sexiest, most romantic day of the year Are you in peak sexual condition? Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with a longtime partner or someone new, take steps to be a healthy valentine this year. Sex is a fantastic way to combat stress, improve cardiovascular health, and enhance emotional well-being, […]
Suzy Starts Her Rock ‘n Roll Adventure At 50+
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Suzy. With an amazing rocker voice, she launches her singing career when most people have long ago given up on their dreams. Forget the bedroom, she took her rock fantasy out of the band room. After […]
5 Signs You May Be A Hypochondriac And How To Overcome It
It is hard not to be a hypochondriac when each click of the mouse leads you to a news story about an illness or an alarming new study. With continuous medical research and findings, this can perpetuate health anxiety. Never before have laypeople had so much health information at their fingertips 24/7. What happens when […]
Home Care Versus Home Healthcare
By Stephen Zimmerman How to Plan for the Cost of Home Care and/or Home Healthcare Home care and home healthcare are two terms that are used frequently when discussing seniors who wish to age in their own homes and require care to come to them, but there’s actually a big difference between the terms. Home […]
Robo Advisor – Right For You?
Charles Schwab just announced they think they have a solution utilizing Robo advisors, and its platform is expected to launch in January 2020. Is their solution unique? Is this announcement a big deal, and why? Is Robo investing options the way to go? Is a coordinated retirement income approach that is similar to what they […]
Mental Health Help Online — MindCare
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of Bloomer Boomer talks to Jeff Williams – CEO, MindPath Care Centers. All of the services at MindPath Care Centers are aimed at providing the best mindcare for you. “Mindcare” includes everything you need to improve and protect your emotional, […]
Expert Tips to Save Money on Holiday Baking
By Karen Frame, CEO of Makeena Holiday baking is a tradition in many American households that not even the pandemic can stop. However, with prices of baking essentials such as yeast and flour rising due to the coronavirus, this year’s grocery baking trip will be a hefty price to pay for delicious Christmas goodies. But […]
THE BEST PEOPLE: A Tale of Trials and Errors
In a stunning debut novel, Marc Grossberg portrays post-millennium Houston as it is, a glitzy place full of larger-than-life characters where anyone can make it. It is the landscape where the country-club and café-society sets clash amidst clever legal maneuvering, big law firm politics, a Ponzi scheme and judicial corruption. Only someone withthe experience of being […]
Health Is A Laughing Matter
Health Is A Laughing Matter Editor’s Note – Laughing gets far too little credit for the value it brings to our lives. If all is true about it’s health benefits, why not everyone try to laugh there ass off. Pam, thanks so much for your contributions to the importance of laughing. Andy Asher – […]
One Man’s Reflections on the Male-female Tug of War – through the lens of time
By Thomas E. Cochrane I was raised by a single mother, and my grandmother and aunt were each dominant women, but it was nevertheless a male-dominated society when I was growing up. So during that earlier era, women may have ruled the roost, but men made the important family decisions, period. Later, as the 1960s […]
“Tornados, Rattlesnakes & Oil — A Wildcatter’s Memories of Hunting for Black Gold”
“MOST BOOKS ABOUT THE OIL PATCH usually fall into one of two categories. The first are tributes to the “greatest gamblers.” The others are tomes aboutthe earth sciences. Rarely do we get a full-bodied peek into real life in the oilpatch. Fortunately for us, Thomas E. Cochrane has accomplished the latter: afast-paced and lyrical stroll […]
50 After 50: Reframing the Next Chapter of Your Life
Starting Over by Maria Leonard Olsen, author of 50 After 50: Reframing the Next Chapter of Your Life (Rowman & Littlefield, 2018) At age 49, I got sober and divorced. At age 50, I rebuilt my life. The new beginning, despite the attendant pain, was good for me. I lived alone for the first time. […]
Understanding Retirement Readiness in America: How Do You Stack Up?
By Jim Poolman According to the U.S. Census Bureau, all baby boomers will be older than 65 in 2030. While 12 years from now may seem far off, we are just a little over a decade away from living in a world where Americans, at or beyond retirement age, will drastically outnumber their children. When […]
Bringing Your Best Self to the Second Half of Life
by Christy Whitman Poet and activist Robert Bly, now 91, once noted that we spend the first half of our lives placing the “undesirable” aspects of ourselves into a metaphoric bag which we drag in shame behind us, and the second half of our lives taking out of this bag everything that we’ve hidden away. […]
Building a Long-Distance Caregiving Network
Written by Deb Hipp, a freelance writer who covers elder and caregiving issues and has more than 20 years of experience as a journalist and writer. She is a contributing writer for A Place for Mom. Around 5 to 7 million Americans are long-distance caregivers and that number is expected to double by 2020, according […]
South Dakota is the Best State to Retire
New York Came in Last NEW YORK – July 12, 2018 – South Dakota is the best state to retire, according to a new Bankrate.com report. Utah, Idaho, New Hampshire and Florida comprise the rest of the top five. Click here for more information: The study examined seven categories (weightings in parentheses): cost of living […]
Ready To Be My Own Boss Leads In Guidant Financial’s Report On Baby Boomers in Business
More than half of all small business owners are age 50+ The world might be asking baby boomers about their retirement plans, but an increasing number of boomers are opting to start their own small businesses instead, according to a survey from small business financing company Guidant Financial. The company surveyed more than 2,600 small […]
