December 7, 2015

Your weekly link to grown-up news and information from newspaper and

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IN THIS ISSUE

Health

Medicine

Mind

Money

Retirement

Social Security

Housing

Insurance

Caregiving

Technology

Travel

HEALTH:

A False Positive Mammogram is a Real Risk Factor for Breast Cancer: Experts recommend women with histories of a false positive result be vigilant about regular mammograms. CNN, Dec, 2.

4 Surprising Ways Science is Battling Aging: New strategies could mean big advances in staying young. TIME, Dec. 3.

High-Intensity Interval Training Offers a Short, Sweet and Effective-Workout: It can yield greater benefits, in less time, than a conventional workout, and may have particular benefits for older exercisers. WSJ, Nov. 29.

MEDICINE:
Silent Epidemic: Seniors and Addiction: Many seniors are at risk of abusing prescription painkillers. US News and World Report, Dec. 2. Over-the-Counter Medicines' Benefits and Dangers: Nonprescription drugs are convenient, but they can be overused or used for the wrong purpose. The New York Times, Nov. 30.

MIND:

Using Card and Board Games to Keep Minds Sharp: Organizations for chess, bridge and poker fill social and competitive needs for older adults. The New York Times, Dec. 4.

Slowed Walking in Seniors May Signal Alzheimer's Danger: Study found higher levels of beta amyloid in brains of those who didn't move as fast as their peers. HealthDay, Dec. 2.

Brain Gains for Older Adults Who Start Exercising: Besides improved heart and lung health, study detected growth in cerebral cortex. HealthDay, Nov. 30.

MONEY:

Couples Fight More About Finances as Retirement Draws Closer: Many couples fight about money - and those disagreements may increase and intensify as you get older, particularly when it comes to saving and planning for retirement. CNBC, Dec. 3.

Return Your Retirement Plan to Solid Footing: In the midst of retirement and feel like your plan has gone off the rails? Here's how to get back on track. Kiplinger's Retirement Report, Dec. 2015.

Are You Required to Take an IRA Minimum Distribution? Decoding RMDs: What goes up, must come down. And what goes in, must come out. And that's certainly the case with your IRA. USA Today, Dec. 3.

How Much Income Will I Need in Retirement? My wife and I are 55 and contribute roughly 20% of our income to our 401(k)s. So does that mean we'll need only 80% of our current income to live in retirement? CNNMoney/Real Deal Retirement, Dec. 2.

Don't Have a 401(k) Plan at Work? A myRA Might Be Right For You: About 55 million American workers don't have access to retirement plans at their workplaces, and some who do may not like their choices. In either case, there are alternatives. USA Today, Dec. 2.

6 Money Strategies for the Sandwich Generation: When you're caught between the financial pressures of parents and children, you have to plan ahead. US News and World Report, Dec. 2.

10 Ways to Repair Your Retirement Finances: Try these last-minute strategies to boost your retirement income. US News and World Report, Nov. 30.

Is an HSA Missing From Your Retirement Savings Strategy? A health savings account is only for medical expenses right? Not according to some experts. US News and World Report, Nov. 30.

Ways to Retire with More Money: This information is provided to help you avoid possible financial shortfalls that you may have already considered, but perhaps haven't fully looked into before/during retirement. MarketWatch, Nov. 30.

RETIREMENT:
5 Steps to Plan Your Retirement: Your life expectancy and lifestyle play a role in how much you need to save. US News and World Report, Nov. 30. Baby Boomers Struggle with these 3 Retirement Fears, But There's Hope: As retirement draws near, many baby boomers aren't kicking up their heels. They're pacing the floor, anxious about the years ahead. Bankrate, Dec. 3.

SOCIAL SECURITY:

The End of Social Security Loopholes: What Now?: Advice on when best to file for benefits depends on several factors, but generally, it's best to wait as long as you can, advisers say. The New York Times, Dec. 4.

The Boomers' Gnawing Worry About Social Security: They're growing fearful that their promised benefits will be cut. Next Avenue, Dec. 4.

When It Pays to File Early for Social Security: Filing for social security while your benefit is still growing sometimes makes sense. Money, Dec. 2.

HOUSING:

Should All Your Neighbors Be Over 50? Some people love age-restricted communities. Here's why you might too. US News and World Report, Dec. 1.

How to Buy a Retirement Home With a Reverse

Mortgage: Before launching into this kind of mortgage, ask yourself how long you'll stay in the home and if you can cover the fees. US News and World Report, Nov. 30.

Senior-Friendly Furniture Aids for Mobility Challenged Seniors: The task of sitting down and/or getting up from soft cushioned furniture is a problem for many seniors who struggle with excessive weight, arthritis or other mobility issues. Here are some different product solutions that can help. The Huffington Post, Nov. 30.

INSURANCE:
Can Long-Term Care Insurance Work for More People? New research looks at tradeoffs in participation rates, cost and Medicaid savings. Next Avenue, Dec. 3.

CAREGIVING:
Elder Caregivers Often Sacrifice Their Careers: Family members caring for older adults struggle to balance work demands, yet paid leave is mandatory in just three states. The New York Times, Dec. 4.

TECHNOLOGY:
How Technology Will Transform Retirement: Get ready for a new array of devices and services that will make it easier to work, stay healthy, live at home and remain connected to friends and family. WSJ, Nov. 29.

TRAVEL:
How to Plan a Vacation With Your Aging Parent: The author of 'Planes, Canes and Automobiles' offers detailed tips. Next Avenue, Nov. 30.

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