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December 14, 2015
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IN THIS ISSUE
Health
Mind
Money
Taxes
Retirement
Social Security
Legal Issues
Housing
Caregiving
Long-Term Care
Volunteering
Travel
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HEALTH:
Boomers, You Can Do Better Managing Your Health: There are three things that are inevitable about growing older: Death, taxes and chronic health conditions. US News and World Report, Dec. 8.

When a Free Check-Up Isn't Really Free: Unexpected questions can change a free wellness visit into an expensive diagnostic one. US News and World Report, Dec. 10.

6 Foods That Help Regulate Your Blood Sugar: Lower your diabetes risk-and prevent an energy crash-by eating these foods daily. Grandparents.com, Dec, 11.

Does Exercise Help Keep Our Brains Young? Physical fitness may be critical for maintaining a relatively youthful and nimble brain as we age, according to a new study of brain activation patterns in older people. The New York Times, Dec. 9.

Why Going to the Dentist is so Hard for the Elderly: According to the American Dental Association, a fifth of people age 75 and older haven't seen a dentist in the past five years. The Washington Post, Dec. 7.

11 Worst Acid Reflux Triggers: Avoid these foods and habits if you experience chronic acid indigestion. Grandparents.com, Dec. 7.    
MIND:
Stress May Boost Risk for Alzheimer's-Linked Thinking Problems: But study did not prove it causes memory woes or mind-robbing disease. HealthDay, Dec. 11.

Your Attitude About Aging May Impact How You Age: How do you feel about old people? Your answer appears to be connected with how well your brain holds up against Alzheimer's disease. TIME, Dec. 7.

So Lonely It Hurts: The threats that come with a lack of social connectedness. The New York Times, Dec. 11.   
MONEY:
How to Make your Retirement Money Last for your Lifetime: Nearly half of all Americans say they're worried that they'll run out of money in retirement, according to a recent survey by TIAA-CREF. Bankrate.com, Dec. 11.

7 Year-End Retirement Mistakes Experts Say You'll Want to Avoid: End the year on a bang by avoiding these costly blunders. US News and World Report, Dec. 11.

What the Looming Fed Rate Hike Means for your Retirement: If you're wondering how an interest-rate hike will impact your retirement portfolio, you're not alone. CNBC, Dec. 10.

Rethinking Retirement Income Replacement Rules: Current 80% savings target may be too high - unless you get sick. InvestmentNews, Dec. 10.

Pushing Aside 401(k)'s for Mandatory Savings Plans: Worries about increased longevity and a troubled Social Security system are driving support for mandatory retirement savings plans. The New York Times, Dec. 11.

Expect Retirement Health Care Costs to be Higher than You Think: An American hoping to retire soon can look forward to spending more than a quarter of a million dollars on health care over the rest of his life. Bankrate.com, Dec. 8.

How to Choose Among the 5 Major Annuity Types: Which one you buy is probably as important as how much money you invest in one. That's because each caters to people with different goals, strategies and risk tolerances. MarketWatch, Dec. 10. 

How Much Of My Nest Egg Should I Invest In Stocks After I Retire? What percentage mix of stocks and bonds should I shoot for with my retirement savings once I retire? CNNMoney, Dec. 7.  

How 'Super Savers' Take Retirement to the Next Level: You have been saving 10 or 15 percent of your income, every single year. You have paid off your student loans, and avoided debt. You are on track for a dream retirement - right? Er, not so fast. Reuters, Dec. 8.

Why Your Retirement Spending Estimate Is Wrong: When planning for retirement, people tend to focus on whether they will have saved enough. But it's equally important to pencil out how much you expect to spend. Next Avenue, Dec. 8.

Money Moves for Women Who Become Single in Retirement: 6 steps to gain a stable foundation and avoid running out of money. Next Avenue, Dec. 7.   
TAXES:
How to Reduce your Taxes: Contribute to an IRA: Here's why you should do this, even if it's not tax-deductible. MarketWatch, Dec. 8. 
RETIREMENT:
Why Retirees Are Moving Again: Retirees are looking for better weather and a lower cost of living. US News and World Report, Dec. 7.

Tips for People Who Will Retire in 2016: Make these important financial moves before quitting your job and transitioning to retirement. US News and World Report, Dec. 7. 
SOCIAL SECURITY:
Social Security Benefits for Same-Sex Couples in Legal Limbo: The outcome is important, because spousal benefits are among the most valuable features of Social Security. Reuters, Dec. 10.

7 Things You Didn't Know About Social Security: These ideas can help give you bigger Social Security checks. The Motley Fool, Dec, 7. 
LEGAL ISSUES:
Estate Planning in 2016: Here's What You Need to Know: Make sure you're up-to-date on the basics of planning your estate. The Motley Fool, Dec, 11.
HOUSING:
How to Make Your Kitchen Safer and Easier to Use: There are a number of simple modifications and inexpensive add-ons that can make a big difference in making your kitchen more age-friendly. The Huffington Post, Dec. 7. 
CAREGIVING:
How to Support a Caregiver: When you spend time, money and emotional capital providing care, you don't have to go it alone. Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Jan. 2016. 
LONG-TERM CARE:
There Aren't Enough Nursing-Home Beds to Meet Demand: Do you think you will never be a resident in a nursing home? You're probably right - but just not for the reasons you may be thinking. CNBC, Dec. 7.
VOLUNTEERING:
Add Volunteering to Your Unretirement Plan: It could lead to a part-time job. Plus: Bonus unretirement podcast. Next Avenue, Dec. 11. 
TRAVEL:
Don't Forget About Vaccinations, Even if You Think You're too Old for Them: Retirement is a popular time to hit the road and see the world, but travelers face new health concerns once they hit their 60s. The Washington Post, Dec. 11.
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