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More women are sharing their homes as they grow older

Tight housing market and loneliness epidemic lead many to seek roommates.
January 21, 2025
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15 science-based ways to reduce your risk of dementia

Experts say there are ways to reduce our risk of dementia, including diet and exercise, protecting against hearing loss, and maintaining social connections.
January 15, 2025
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10 steps to help keep your financial goals and tax planning on track

Why you should get an annual financial checkup for peace of mind.
December 20, 2024
The Latest

Free checking has become easier to find, especially for older adults

Some financial institutions also offer other perks, such as no overdraft fees and free financial consulting.
December 19, 2024
In this July 18, 2008 file photo. a customer uses a U.S. Bank ATM in a Minneapolis. U.S. Bancorp said Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, its third-quarter profit fell 47 percent, below analysts' expectations, as it took hits on investments and set aside a bigger provision for credit losses.
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Widowed people need specialized financial help during uncertain times

Nonprofit Wings for Widows offers coaching and education.
December 18, 2024
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Why do people unretire? Some are bored, some are broke.

“You’re learning new things every day, and that’s so important,” said one unretiree.
December 18, 2024
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How to stop a late-in-life divorce from ruining your retirement

While U.S. divorce rates have generally been falling, they have doubled for people over age 50 since the 1990s and tripled among those over 65.
December 18, 2024
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Getting older? Might be time to hire a trainer.

As you age, strength training twice a week can help you slow age-related muscle mass and strength loss, help maintain bone density and improve stability.
December 17, 2024
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Getting help from family members when you’re the main caregiver

From laundry to meal preparation, tips for asking siblings and others to share the caregiving duties
December 16, 2024
Betty Bednarowski, 79, smiles as her daughter Susan Ryder reaches out to hold her hand, Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021, in Rotterdam Junction, N.Y. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E)
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For lonely older adults, a social prescription is a wonder drug

To strengthen social connections and reduce isolation, one program connects military veterans with volunteers for weekly phone calls
December 15, 2024
Sharon and Bart Williams kiss as their grandchildren Mason Keen, 9, left, and Rowan Keen, 14, second from left, hold a sign during a surprise stop by the Williams' home in Annapolis, Md., Sunday, April 12, 2020. Family and friends surprised the Williams' for a social distancing celebration of their 56th wedding anniversary. Because of the coronavirus, the Williams have stayed home to self-isolate and were surprised by the unexpected marking their anniversary
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How I made peace with my crossword-puzzle brain

What’s the real lesson of a crossword puzzle? Persistence and patience. And why are puzzle makers obsessed with Brian Eno?
December 14, 2024
Inspired

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
December 6, 2024
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