While few would question the need for making long-term financial retirement plans, there is relatively little formal emphasis on making long-term plans for combating loneliness and staying involved in multiple social activities.
"This is what we need to survive, not something we want, like a toaster oven," explains a reader.
Jun 29

By Philip Moeller
You can defer this moment of truth or perhaps avoid it altogether by taking fantastic care of yourself. But forgoing health insurance is fine until you get sick.
A reader and her husband fall short of qualifying for assistance programs because they are both on disability. Should they split up to get more help?…
In the haze that can accompany such surprises, don't just simply take COBRA and assume you're done with health insurance concerns, Philip Moeller advises.
Location will become a more significant variable in later-life decisions. Here are several factors to consider when deciding where to settle down for your retirement years.
May 31

By Philip Moeller
Medicare and Social Security are of critical importance in enabling older Americans to age in good physical and financial health. To support these broader goals, “Ask Phil” is expanding its mission to include your other questions about successful aging.
May 24

By Philip Moeller
As the number of Americans in their 80s and 90s continues to soar, the shortage of in-home care solutions will only become worse.
May 23

By Stephen Ohlemacher, Associated Press
The poor and the disabled are big losers in President Donald Trump's $4.1 trillion budget proposal while the Pentagon is a big winner.
May 23

By Associated Press
Democrats have already voiced strong opposition to the plan, and even Republicans are wary of the political dangers in Trump's draconian cuts.
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