If you’re worried about running out of money in retirement, you’re not alone! While there are many things you can’t control, from inflation to interest rates, there are some important mistakes you can avoid when trying to make your money last the longest. To read a helpful story from AARP on common retirement savings mistakes, […]
Communicating With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease
For those with a loved one battling dementia or Alzheimer’s everyday communications can be a challenge. Your loved one may have difficulty finding the right words, keeping their thoughts on track or avoiding getting distracted easily. The National Institute on Aging has put together some very important tips for how to cope with these types […]
5 Things to Know About Hip Replacement Surgery
Many of us know a friend or family member who has had their hip replaced. In fact, according to an AARP story, the Cleveland Clinic notes that surgeons perform more than 350,000 replacements every year. If your doctor has suggested this surgery to improve your mobility and quality of life, here are some tips from […]
10 Worst Habits for Your Heart
Did you know that while there are many factors in our daily lives that can increase our risk of heart disease, there are also a number of ways to prevent the disease and even reverse its impact in some cases? AARP has put together a great list of 10 habits to avoid if you are […]
Tingling Hands? Painful Feet? 7 Warning Signs of Neuropathy You Should Never Ignore
Do you ever experience pain or strange sensations in your feet? If so, you’re not alone! For some, a simple blood test can reveal the cause to be high blood pressure and the advent of a common complication of diabetes called peripheral neuropathy. AARP has shared a wonderful article with symptoms you should never ignore. […]
Everything You Need to Know About Roth IRAs – Tax-Free Income at Retirement
While saving for retirement is an important way to grow your next egg, it’s also worth thinking about what happens when it’s time to take your money out. Some financial tools are better than others, and many are talking about the Roth IRA. Per a recent story from AARP, the Roth IRA is an individual […]