Living

It’s safe to say that most of us want to continue to live in our own homes as we head into retirement and beyond. In fact, with the advent of “app” based services, where virtually anything can be delivered to your home with a few clicks, it seems like the home…

For those of you approaching retirement, or comfortably settled into it, you’re likely eager to explore new horizons or pursue personal fulfillment. In fact, one recent survey found that 57% of Americans want to travel abroad when they retire, while 12% plan to live abroad. If you plan to vacation…

You may not realize it but 1.4 million women become widows each year. For most, it’s likely the most tumultuous and devastating occurrence in their lives. And for many older women, it’s also the first time in their lives that they truly need to grapple with the family finances. In…

New year, new business? Whether you’re retired or thinking of leaving your current job, or in need of a new line of work, one thing in today’s economy is clear: You’re never too old to start a new business or try your hand at something new. As a seasoned person…

Maybe you received a new smartphone or tablet as a holiday gift? Or you bought one for your older parents? Do you or they understand how to use it and what “apps” to download onto the device? As a starter, you can always revert to some old-fashioned hardcopy books, such…

You may love going to a movie or a museum as a form of entertainment or to escape the craziness of today’s world. But did you realize that your pursuit of culture may also have a therapeutic component to it? New research out of University College London has found a…