According to the FBI, Scams targeting individuals aged 60 and older caused over $3.4 billion in losses in 2023. It’s tough to think about your strong, capable parent being the victim of a scam one day. The sad truth is…
Spring is here! It’s time to do some spring cleaning to give your space a nice makeover. It can seem intimidating and overwhelming to start checking off your to-do list, but these tips can make it easier. Whether you’re a…
Spring is officially here — and that means warmer weather, the scent of flower gardens, and Easter celebrations. Spring is a wonderful time to get outside and do some of your favorite activities, especially if you want to spend time…
Many aspects of your aging parents’ lives will start to change as they enter a new phase of adulthood. Their transition into their senior years can come with some difficult changes, but it can also come along with some great…
Telephone call scams are not a new occurrence. Unfortunately, scammers have been using fraudulent phone calls to manipulate personal information out of people for as long as the telephone has been a common household item. Often, scammers attempt to steal…
Caring for elderly parents comes along with challenges, and it can become even more difficult if they live far away. Moving closer to family members is often a good option to receive more support. However, moving can be a daunting…
You may think of education as something that takes place in your youth, but continuing to learn over the entire course of your life is important. Older adults can benefit significantly from taking on new tasks, learning new skills, or…
Although the roles are usually reversed, some parents are so financially irresponsible they become a burden to their adult children. And this can create nightmare financial situations and greatly strain the relationship between parent and child. If you're an adult…
Ready to find a new home? Then it’s time to get your mind back into the housing game. As an older adult, you will have a house full of memories to clean up and sell. But there is a new…
Most of us accept that as we age, we begin to slow down. Physical changes— graying hair, an expanding waistline, shuffling more than walking, shortness of breath—are obvious and usually gradual, but signs of our mental decline can be more…