Category Archives: Baby Boomers
What’s the truth about anti-aging products?
The term “anti-aging” actually describes an impossibility. Aging is inevitable and the only real anti-aging is death! However, we all look for “anti-aging” products in the hope that we can hold on to our youthful looks just a little longer. Some of us even elect to be cut or stuck with needles containing poison in order to re-claim our smooth skin. It’s important for us to realize that getting old is not a disease that needs to be treated. Continue reading
What are Baby Boomers talking about now?
Here are a few books that were written just from a Baby Boomer perspective, covering some topics that are on all of our minds. Continue reading
What are some senior housing options?
The stereotype of an old person being sent to a nursing home is about as outdated as Grandpa’s Model T. Many housing options are available for us, ranging from staying in our own homes, to moving to a smaller home or condo, or to moving to a retirement community. When we need extra help with some activities of daily livng, we can hire someone to come into our homes to provide services or we can move to an assisted living community. If we break a hip or need joint replacement surgery, we can recuperate in a rehabilitation facility and then (usually) return home. Skilled nursing facilities are used in situations where 24-hour a day nursing care is needed. These are our options today, but the future is wide open for us to create what we want. Continue reading
What issues do men face as they age?
As Baby Boomer men age, they face certain unique concerns. Here are a couple of great resources I recommend. Continue reading
What unique issues do aging women face?
While some aging issues affect men and women equally, there are many aging challenges for women only.
Here are some resources I recommend. Continue reading
How do I cover nursing home costs? What about Medicaid?
There are certain legal documents that we should all have in place: will, living will, durable power of attorney, advanced medical directives, trusts. Find a good lawyer and get it done. Elder law attorneys specialize in this type of work, or you can go to your family attorney.
Here are a couple of great books about nursing home costs and Medicaid. Continue reading
Experience Of Getting Old – 7 Great Things About It To Count On
The majority of people are in agreement that as we age, one of the wishes is not to revert back to our teenage years, but instead to be comfortable with our current age. Thinking back to our twenties almost always bring the same thought, what is it going to be like to get old? What are the benefits of getting old – 7 great things about it. Continue reading
How do I learn about legal matters and estate law?
There are certain legal documents that we should all have in place: will, living will, durable power of attorney, advanced medical directives, trusts. Find a good lawyer and get it done. Elder law attorneys specialize in this type of work, or you can go to your family attorney.
Here are some books I find helpful. Continue reading
What scares Baby Boomers about Gen Y?
A Look At Are The Doubts That Are Currently Troubling The Baby Boomers Generation Continue reading
How can I get maximum enjoyment from my retirement years?
Baby Boomer Years – 5 Facts For Squeezing Each Drop Of Joy Out Of Your Retirement Continue reading
