Taking good care of your loved one is a challenge in the best of times. But we are not in the best of times, and knowing how to make decisions on their behalf when you can’t guarantee stability in the short or long term makes things even harder. When it’s time to plan ahead, however, knowledge is key. Checking In Before you can even begin to know what’s best for your aging parent, you have to first know where they are with their health and emotions. Where possible, spend a day or two with them … [Read more...]
Ageism In the Job Market… How Much Is True? How Much Is Hype?
Are you over 50 and feeling overlooked? If so, you’re not alone. There’s no doubt about it, looking for work is tough and it’s even more difficult for mature jobseekers. Or is it? Those of us over 50 are constantly fed distressing news. We’ve been told over and over that our chances for finding work—let alone a good job—are next to nil. Nevertheless, and despite all the hype, there are 5 compelling reasons why you need to avoid believing all the dire predictions about ageism in the job market. 1) … [Read more...]
4-Steps For The Perfect Retirement Plan
Getting ready for retirement requires thorough and lengthy planning. Having the perfect retirement plan is necessary if you want to enjoy a secure, comfortable, and fun filled retired life. You need to start building your financial cushion right now to be able to fund everything you would need once you stop working. Here’s how you can do that: 1. Know your timeline Creating an effective retirement strategy begins with your expected retirement age and your current age. Your portfolio can withstand a … [Read more...]
Mary Owen: Donna Reed’s Daughter Shares Memories Of Her Mom
We boomers have reached the age when a big dose of nostalgia and a sentimental walk down memory lane are one of our favorite pastimes. And, for the first TV generation, reminiscing about the shows from the ‘50s and ‘60s is at the top of the list. When it comes to bringing back fond memories, you can’t get much better than early TV. Not only did the family-themed programs supply us with hours of entertainment, they also provided role models and life lessons to guide us through our formative … [Read more...]
Just The Facts, Ma’am!
As a boomer, you will undoubtedly remember Jack Webb’s indelible delivery of “just the facts, Ma’am.” And who could forget how Perry Mason reminded the witness to “tell the truth because they were under oath” just before he exposed their dastardly deeds in his big Perry Mason moment. To our youthful minds, there were clear and definite delineations: good and evil, right and wrong, truth and lies. However as we’ve aged, the “whole truth” has blurred a bit. More and more, we’ve come to realize that, for … [Read more...]
How to Protect Yourself from Scams: 5 Tips for Seniors
According to The Longevity Economy, an Oxford Economics study in collaboration with AARP, people aged 50 and older hold 83% of the wealth in the United States. This makes seniors ideal targets for unscrupulous scammers. Many scams seem legitimate at first, making it difficult for people to identify them. It’s important to educate yourself on what scams are out there and how you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of senior citizen scams. Below are five tips to help you protect … [Read more...]
Taming Your Nocturnal Get Up And Go!
At our age the phrase, "get up and go" takes on an entirely new meaning. Several nightly visits to the bathroom become the norm and we can sometimes experience what I like to term, “laughter leakage.” Yep… like other not-so-subtle hints that the ol’ gal ain’t what she used to be, our bladders can start showing signs of wear and tear. An article in The National Institute of Senior Health explains it this way: As you get older, the bladder changes. The elastic bladder tissue may toughen and become less … [Read more...]
Should You Participate in a Clinical Trial?
Life on the Feisty Side of Fifty is all about choices. As time becomes more precious, the decisions we make on a daily basis: diet, exercise, social activities, work, etc. hold greater impact on our health. But what if we find ourselves being asked to participate in a clinical trial? Should we agree... should be abstain… should we put off making a decision until we know more? The NIH website provides helpful information regarding this important decision. Before making the choice for yourself, I suggest … [Read more...]
Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers
Are you a childfree adult who is considering retirement and concerned about your financial security, physical health and general wellbeing? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D. has to say. Sara is an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging. Her book, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A Retirement and Aging Roadmap for Single and Childless Adults, was selected as a “best book on aging well” by the Wall Street … [Read more...]
The Amazing Power of a Mother’s Love
There are few forces on the planet stronger or more powerful than a mother’s love. In fact, the love of one particular mother changed the course of the modern world. At a time when our social and political strife seem almost insurmountable, it can give us peace to return to the basics of life. Therefore, I urge you to take just one-minute to view the video below. How grateful we can all be to this amazing woman and her son who literally brought light to us … [Read more...]
Dr. Michael Greger Shares How You Can Survive a Pandemic
Worried about the coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones? If so, please plan to take 15-minutes to hear what the good doctor has to share... I always begin my podcast, Feisty Side of Fifty, by referring to the program as “a celebration of baby boomers who are embracing life, as we grow older.” But celebrating life has certainly proven challenging as of late. That’s why this broadcast is especially important. Our guest, Dr. Michael Greger, is a physician, author, and … [Read more...]
Retirement Planning When You Are in Your 50s and Beyond
Wouldn't it be convenient if there were a single retirement strategy that would work for everyone? Unfortunately, there isn't. Each of us is different – our vision of ideal retirement is different as each of us approaches retirement from a different place and in a different financial situation. If you are in your 50s or 60s, there are a lot of factors that come into play when developing a great retirement strategy. Below is a list of questions you need to ask yourself while planning your … [Read more...]