We have all heard the phrase “a fate worse than death.” When discussing modern retirement planning, a vast majority of Americans now believe that such a reality exists. During this era of widespread middle-class financial insecurity, it is logical that our primary...
For most of us, our first true “rite of passage” into something like adulthood was getting our driver’s license. While times have changed somewhat, it’s probably still true that your driver’s license – more than anything else you carry in your wallet or purse –...
The loss of independence is a primary concern for many aging adults. For most Americans, that sense of freedom is directly tied to the ability to get behind the wheel. We have long associated driving with personal liberty, a sentiment echoed in decades of car culture...
This week on the blog, we are exploring the “difficult conversations” adult children often face with their aging parents. These discussions frequently center on emotionally charged milestones, such as deciding when to stop driving or determining the right time to sell...
It is human nature to avoid difficult discussions, especially when they involve the health and future of our loved ones. However, delaying these talks can inadvertently put your family at risk. Procrastination often leads to making high-stakes decisions during a...
Cognitive decline is a very real part of life for millions of seniors and their families. The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that one-third of seniors will die with some form of dementia, not necessarily as the cause of death, but as a factor that often complicates...
