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Avoid These 5 Financial Mistakes in Retirement

Retirement can usher in a new purpose in your life with the freedom to pursue new hobbies, travel, and other fulfilling life goals. However, it can also create financial havoc if you’re not careful. Don’t make the same mistakes that can ruin your financial future in retirement. Here are 5 common financial mistakes that people…

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Low Vision Awareness Month

February isn’t just a time to think about your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day. It’s also an important month for your eye health. That’s because February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness Month. Just what is AMD, exactly? It’s a major cause of blindness around the globe, and the Centers for Disease Control…

Last month, Secure Aging shared four great health resolutions for aging well. They include getting adequate sleep, staying social, exercising regularly, and making healthy food choices. This month, we share four more resolutions to help you age with grace and good health. Plan thoughtfully for your next chapter in life. You’ve probably heard most of…

Better Communication When a Loved One Has Dementia

It can be frustrating when someone you care for has dementia. The usual back-and-forth interaction you may have had at one time with that person is no longer there, at least not consistently. However, there are some ways you can improve your communication with someone who has dementia. Follow the tips below to help. Speak…

Bradenton/Sarasota may not be a large metropolitan area, but we’re fortunate to have the cultural options found in cities and the year-round natural beauty that this state has to offer. If you’re an older adult living in this area either year-round or as a “snowbird,” here are some ways to stay busy while enriching your…

7 Signs a Senior Needs Help with Financial Management

When you think about an older person maintaining his or her independence, you may think about the ability to drive or walk independently. Something you may not think about as often is the ability to manage finances independently. However, the mismanagement of finances due to physical or mental limitations can cause a host of problems.…

January is the month of New Year’s resolutions—did you make some resolutions? How are they working out for you so far? Making resolutions can be challenging, but the best ones are worth the effort. If you want to maintain your health as you get older, here are some excellent resolutions to make—now or any time…