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Healthy Raisins: Raisin’ the Bar

By Lori Zanteson, Environmental Nutrition

Senior father and son. Photo by Monkey Business Images, Dreamstime. “Transition Period” from "Optimize Life for Your Aging Parents and You" provides suggestions in caring for parents who are aging in place.

End of Life Planning

End-of-Life Conversations Can’t Wait

By Jessica Sadler

A couple relaxes in their family room, having decided to stay close to home in retirement. Wavebreakmedia Ltd

Should You Stay Close to Home in Retirement?

By Sandra Block

Caregiving can be stressful. A man in a wheelchair sips his coffee while his wife sits in the background. Caregiver respite programs can help. Pressmaster

Caregiver Respite Programs from Everyday to Getaways

By Taneia Surles

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Medicare, Social Security, and Insurance

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Read Part 1 of “10 Medicare Part D Changes You Should Know” Enrolling in Medicare ...

An official Medicare Plan D document.

Retirement Planning and Senior Finance

10 Medicare Part D Changes You Should Know (Part 1)

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A notebook with Medicare Part D written on it.

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Medicare, Social Security, and Insurance

2027 Social Security COLA: Will the Increase Be Enough?

The 2027 Social Security COLA – cost of living adjustment – has been announced. Will ...

A couple looking at a computer, worried about the 2027 Social Security COLA. Michael Zhang

Winter Weather Getaways

While many seniors want to escape the wintertime cold, others appreciate the opportunities that cold-weather ...

The northern lights, one of many great winter weather getaways

Increasing Daily Steps May Boost Surgical Recovery

Your daily steps can provide ongoing health benefits, with added benefits for walking to boost ...

Couple walking to boost surgical recovery.

Healthy Eating Fruits and Microgreens

Healthy choices you can make for a healthy daily diet include fruits and microgreens. The ...

Healthy fruits, with article on healthy eating: fruits and micro greens