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March 14, 2016
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IN THIS ISSUE
Health
Medicine
Mind
Medicare
Money
Retirement
Social Security
Scams
Long-Term Care
Technology
Travel
Working
End of Life
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HEALTH:
Tackle These 3 Risks to Avoid a Nursing Home: About 10% of the U.S. population age 85 and over lived in institutional settings like nursing homes. Whether we wind up in one depends on a number of factors, some of which we can control. MarketWatch, March 11.

For U.S. Seniors, Healthcare Quality is all Over the Map: The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice recently issued a report card on how the United States provides healthcare to seniors by region. Reuters, March 10.

Using the Arts to Promote Healthy Aging: Music, dance, poetry, painting and other arts are pumping new life into old. The New York Times, March 7.  

A Call for Better Awareness and Diagnosis of ADHD in Older Adults: Both health care providers and patients need to be better informed about the prevalence of ADHD in people over 50. US News and World Report, March 7.

A Push for Less Expensive Hearing Aids: Many older people need the devices, but they can cost $2,500 or more, and Medicare doesn't pay for them, which makes them less likely to be used. The NY Times, March 11.

Losses In Smell and Taste are Common with Age -- and Can Cause Big Trouble: The first obvious clue might be a burnt piece of toast or a grandbaby's dirty diaper. USA Today, March 7.  
MEDICINE:
Feds Call Prescription Drug Price Increase 'Remarkable': Fast-rising drug prices coupled with the use of costlier specialty drugs were the main reasons for a nearly 13% uptick in prescription drug spending. USA Today, March 8.  
MIND:
Screening for Alzheimer's Gene Tests the Desire to Know: Two brothers in Denver came to different conclusions, one deciding it wasn't worth it, the other choosing to find out whether he had the gene. The New York Times, March 7.

Even Gardening or Dancing Might Cut Alzheimer's Risk: Any regular physical activity is linked to a healthier brain, study suggests. HealthDay, March 11.  
MEDICARE:
New Drug Cost Picture for Seniors in Medicare Part D: Move over copayments. "Coinsurance" is the new kid in town for many senior citizens. CNBC, March 10.

How to Avoid Medicare Mistakes When You're Still Working: The rules for enrolling in Medicare can be very confusing with all the different choices available today. But when you postpone retirement past age 65, as many people are doing, it becomes even more complicated. The Huffington Post, March 7.

U.S. to Test Ways to Cut Drug Prices in Medicare: The Obama administration will test new ways to pay for prescription drugs in an effort to slow the growth of Medicare spending on medicines while encouraging doctors to choose the most effective treatments for their patients. The New York Times, March 8. 
MONEY:
Over 50? Here's How Your Retirement Savings Compare With the Average American: Americans over 50 may not have enough saved in retirement accounts. The Motley Fool, March 11.

The Safest Place to Stash your Retirement Savings: There are plenty of places you can put your retirement nest egg to protect it from a possible setback in the stock market. CNNMoney, March 9.

A Guide to Making the Most of Your 401(k): If you are saving for retirement - and you should be - there's a good chance that money is going into a 401(k) plan. The Washington Post, March 8.

The Ultimate Retirement-Distribution Strategy is Here: How much can you take out if you start your retirement with significantly more savings than you really need? MarketWatch, March 9.

 Financial Pitfalls of Growing Older and How to Deal With Them: Try these strategies to fund several decades of retirement. US News and World Report, March 7.  

RMD Start Date and Your Heirs: Whether an IRA owner dies before or after the "required beginning date" determines beneficiaries' options for taking distributions. Kiplinger's Retirement Report, March 2016.

What to Do If You're Retired and Broke: Here's how to cope with an unplanned early retirement. US News and World Report, March 7.

This Common Mistake Could Hurt Your Retirement Savings: If you're using a target-date fund, chances are you're doing it wrong. Fortune, March 7.

How to Retire in a Bear Market: There's still hope if you quit working when markets aren't cooperating. The Wall St. Journal, March 6.    
RETIREMENT:
15 Facts You Didn't Know About Retirement: Americans are doing a poor job of preparing for retirement, but there may be time to do something about it. The Motley Fool, March 11. 

Less Means More for Baby Boomers who Downsize in Retirement: When it comes to retirement planning, there are a lot of opinions on how much you need to save; eight times your salary and the 4% rule are just a couple rules of thumb out there. USA Today, 3/9. 
SOCIAL SECURITY:
How Presidential Candidates Would Change Social Security: With the number of serious presidential candidates thinning out and the election drawing closer, it's getting a bit easier to see where the main contenders stand on Social Security. The Arizona Republic, March 7. 
SCAMS:
8 Costly Scams that Target Senior Citizens: As many senior citizens spend their retirement traveling with family, pursuing second careers or becoming more active in the community, con artists are creating devious schemes to prey on their accumulated wealth. Bankrate.com, March 9.

Elder Financial Abuse: Let's Talk About It: With the number of older Americans rising comes an increased risk that they may be defrauded of their life savings - sometimes by someone they know and trust, even members of their own family. Next Avenue, March 8.  
LONG-TERM CARE:
Why No One Can Afford Long-Term Care Insurance (and What to Use Instead): You might have sticker shock if you're in the market for long-term care insurance. Here are seven alternatives to consider. US News and World Report, March 10.
TECHNOLOGY:
Making Technology Easier for Older People to Use: The predigital generation is receiving help navigating the wired world from senior centers, advocacy groups and specially designed devices. The New York Times, March 11. 
TRAVEL:
One of The Biggest Life Regrets for Older Americans Is: Young people, listen to your elders: Travel more now or you might regret it. MarketWatch, March 11.
WORK:
New Career in Retirement? Keep This in Mind: Many retirees look forward to spending their golden years relaxing, socializing and improving their short game. For some, however, all of that R&R is overrated. CNBC.com, March 6.
END OF LIFE:
How To Cut Costs on Dying: It's getting easier to shop prices on the one big expense many people put off planning - their own funeral. CNBC, March 10. 
EXTRA:
8 Dating Mistakes People Over 50 Make: Having trouble finding love? You're not alone! Dating and relationship experts weigh in on the biggest ways we self-sabotage. Grandparents.com, March 10. 

Why Couples Divorce After Decades of Marriage: The 5 reasons for 'gray divorce' and what to do before it's too late. Next Avenue, March 8.
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