Fraying at the Edges: Her Fight to Live With Alzheimer's: A withered person with a scrambled mind, memories sealed away: That is the familiar face of Alzheimer's. But there is also the waiting period. The New York Times, April 30.

What Is Alzheimer's Disease? Alzheimer's disease can seem frightening, mysterious and daunting. There are still a lot of unknowns about the disease, which afflicts more than five million Americans. The New York Times, April 30.

Seniors' Worsening Depression May Sometimes Predict Dementia: Study suggests a common underlying cause in some, but not all, cases. HealthDay, April 29.

3 Surprising Things That Up Your Dementia Risk: Recent studies show a link between certain everyday medications and dementia risk. Grandparents.com, April 29.

Hearing Aids May Help Keep Seniors' Minds Sharp: Ability to stay engaged in conversation could help ward off dementia. HealthDay, April 27.   

10 Medical Services Medicare Doesn't Cover: You'll need to find another way to pay for these commonly used health care services. US News and World Report, April 25.

5 Medicare Rules You Should Know By Heart: Learn about these must-know facts about retiree healthcare. The Motley Fool, May 1. 

Older Couples Face Money Battles: As retirement approaches, it's common for spouses to bicker more over money. But taking some simple steps can help defuse the tension. Kiplinger, May 2016.

Confusion Reigns on Retirement Spending Strategies: Part of the confusion around withdrawing savings is that there is no strong consensus on the optimal strategy. CNBC, April 28.

Tapping Retirement Accounts Early: The Ins and Outs: 401(k) accounts are not designed as piggy banks to be tapped for nonretirement expenses. But stuff happens. Reuters, April 28.

How To Not Run Out Of Money In Retirement: You don't want to run out of money in retirement. But how can you know how much it's safe to spend when you might live for another five years - or 25 years? NPR. April 27.

Financial Help for Seniors: Retirement is not "golden" for all seniors. More than 25 million Americans age 60 and older are living with limited assets and incomes below $30,000 per year. And even with a higher income than that, it can be difficult to make ends meet. The Bottom Line Personal, May 1.

Critical Ages and Dates for Your Retirement Planning: There are deadlines for claiming various types of retirement benefits and avoiding penalties associated with them. Next Avenue, April 26.

How to Become a Millionaire by Retirement: Beginning to save for retirement in your 20s makes it much easier to accumulate $1 million by age 65. US News and World Report, April 25.    

Did You Ever Dream of Moving Abroad After Retirement? You can live your dream of retiring abroad, but make sure to take a few factors into consideration. MarketWatch, 4/29.

3 Biggest Fears Facing Would-Be Retirees: Social Security, health, and inadequate retirement savings are weighing on the minds of future retirees. The Motley Fool, April 27.

4 Lies We Tell Ourselves That Can Sabotage Our Retirement: Your own behavior may be the biggest obstacle to your financial goals. Money, April 27.

How to Plan for Retirement in Your 60s: To plan for retirement in your 60s, take advantage of the flexibility offered to you in this transition decade. The Motley Fool, April 25. 

Is Social Security Taxable? You might have to pay taxes on some of your Social Security benefits. Here's how to know for sure. The Motley Fool, April 30. 

Plan Ahead: 64% of Americans Don't Have a Will: If you don't have a will or an estate plan, your state of residence has one for you. USA Today, April 26.

Do You Have the Right End-of-Life Documents to Settle Things: While dying often involves saying goodbye to loved ones, letting go of long-held grudges or reflecting on a life lived, it also comes with a lot of paperwork to make sure that your final requests are honored. Bankrate.com, 4/29.

How to Downsize Your Stuff for a Move: The process of weeding through a house full of stuff and parting with old possessions can be difficult and overwhelming for many people. Huffington Post, April 25. 

You Need to Talk to Your Doctor About How You Want to Die: Boomers who watched their parents suffer aggressive medical intervention at the end of life are taking steps to ensure they don't get the same treatment when their time comes. MarketWatch, April 25.