Retirement

As our society grows older, the nature of the typical career arc is beginning to change. Few people now spend their entire careers at one position. Many of us now have two or even three careers over the span of our working lives. These changes are not without tension, however,…

Did you know that this week has been designated as National Retirement Planning Week? Whether you’re close to taking that step, or it’s a far off fantasy, it’s never too early to get some expert planning advice. To mark the occasion, Boston public radio station WBUR has an interview with Jill…

When you reach a certain age, visions of the “senior life” come more clearly into focus. You may be planning retirement, downsizing your living arrangement or contemplating more time with your children and grandchildren. But do you also have visions of elder care for your own parents? Increasingly, given demographic…

There aren’t many places in today’s environment where young and old come together, especially for a common purpose. Yet with the burgeoning growth of our senior population, and the challenges facing millennials, especially in the job market, it feels like a natural opportunity to bring these communities together for a…

Spring is officially here, even if the weather may not always cooperate. With the arrival of spring, thoughts turn to heading outside and taking in the fresh air. And, it turns out, there is new research to support the health benefits of outdoor activities for seniors. According to new analysis…

It’s probably no surprise that older workers face discrimination in the hiring process. And for older women, the challenges are even greater, as a recent study from the Federal Reserve of San Francisco confirms. That makes no sense, given the experiential wisdom and wise perspective that older women can contribute to…