May 16, 2016

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

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IN THIS ISSUE

Health

Medicare

Money

Taxes

Retirement

Investing

Social Security

Legal Issues

Scams

Insurance

Caregiving

Volunteering

Working

HEALTH:

Disabling Falls Don't Have to Happen: One-third of Americans aged 65 and older fall each year. Falls are the leading cause of nonfatal and fatal injuries among elderly adults, but there are ways to reduce that risk. HealthDay, May 12.

Hepatitis C: What Baby Boomers Need to Know: Many people living with hepatitis C do not even know they are infected. Get the facts and protect yourself. Grandaprents.com, May 11.

A Better Prostate-Cancer Test? Several new prostate-cancer tests aim to reduce needless biopsies and unnecessary treatments by sorting out harmless from aggressive tumors. WSJ, May 9.

Men Miss Out on Bone Loss Screening: Unlike women, men at risk for osteoporosis don't get routinely screened for bone loss, a new study shows. HealthDay, May 12.

More Support for Aggressive Blood Pressure Treatment for Elderly: People who get their high blood pressure down to normal levels may substantially cut their risk of heart disease -- even if they're elderly or have already had heart problems. HealthDay, May 14.

5 Warning Signs of Stroke: Knowing five sudden and severe warning signs of stroke can help save lives and reduce the number of people living with disabilities. HealthDay, May 13.

MEDICARE:
Do I Get Medicare When I Turn 65? Here's how to know if you'll be automatically enrolled in Medicare or if you'll need to apply. The Motley Fool, May 14. Medicare Out-of-Pocket Costs You Should Expect to Pay: Here's what Medicare beneficiaries are likely to be charged for in 2016. US News and World Report, May 9.

MONEY:

10 Solutions to Your Retirement Fund Shortfall: Don't despair if you got a late start saving for retirement. Experts share 10 ideas to beef up your balance. US News and World Report, May 13.

Are Your Kids Ruining Your Retirement Plans? Don't neglect saving for retirement while raising a family. US News and World Report, May 12.

These Two Things will Eat Up

Roughly 50% of Your money in Retirement: People aged 75 and older spend an average of $36,673 per year, with housing and health care comprising more than half of that. MarketWatch, May 10.

9 Things Baby Boomers Can Do Now to Have More Later: Baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, should be in retirement-preparation mode now - if they aren't already retired. Go Banking Rates, May 9.

Using a Free Online Retirement Calculator? Be Cautious: Planning for retirement can be a very daunting task, even for people who are skilled at working with numbers. CNBC, May 9.

TAXES:
How to Use Self-Employment to Cut Your Taxes in Retirement: Your side hustle will bring in extra income, but it may also allow you to deduct health care premiums and business expenses. US News and World Report, May 12.

RETIREMENT:

The Huge Retirement Benefit You Probably Aren't Expecting: Get ready for the "freedom zone." Money, 5/12.

Delaying Retirement Might Help You Live Longer: New research found that working an extra year after age 65 could reduce your risk of dying. US News and World Report, May 13.

21 Fulfilling Ways to Pass Time in Retirement: Try these strategies to make retirement more interesting. US News amd Wprld Report, May 11.

INVESTING:
10 Tips to Level the Field Between Retirement and Investment: Balancing retirement funds with your investments requires keen balance and careful strategy. US News and World Report, May 10.

SOCIAL SECURITY:

Social Security Isn't Broke: Sorting Myths From Truths: Social Security remains a confusing topic, and misconceptions could multiply as the presidential campaign swings into high gear. The Arizona Republic, May 13.

Debunking 3 Big Myths About Social Security: When it comes to Social Security, what you don't know can definitely cost you. The decisions you make on when to file could potentially result in tens of thousands of extra dollars in your pocket during those golden years. CNBC, May 10.

7 of the Most Common Social Security Misconceptions: Think like this and you won't get the most out of Social Security. The Motley Fool, May 15.

10 Things You Must Know About Social Security: For many Americans, Social Security benefits are the bedrock of retirement income. Maximizing that stream of income is critical to funding your retirement dreams. Kiplinger, May 2016.

What's the Best Age to Take Social Security? The best age to take Social Security depends heavily on your own personal circumstances. The Motley Fool, May 9.

LEGAL ISSUES:
How to Replace Vital Documents that are Lost or Stolen: Replacing important documents that are lost, stolen or damaged is pretty easy if you know where to turn. The Huffington Post, May 9.

SCAMS:
How to Protect Against the Rising Risk of Financial Abuse in Retirement: Taking these steps now can prevent huge losses later. Money, May 9.

INSURANCE:
5 Insurance Changes to Make When You Retire: Retirement will bring radical changes in the ways you spend your time. And whenever life changes, so do the risks you face - which means retirement is a good time to look closely at your insurance coverage. NerdWallet, May 14.

CAREGIVING:
Depression Strikes, Stays With Many Caregivers of Critically Ill: One year later, 43 percent were clinically depressed or had depressive symptoms. HealthDay, May 11.

VOLUNTEERING:
The Secret to Living a Longer, Healthier Life: An unexpected way to combat Alzheimer's, hypertension and depression. Next Avenue, May 11. How to Find the Ideal Place to Volunteer: There's a lot to be said for giving back though volunteering. But finding the best place and assignment to match your interests and skills - that's the hard part. Next Avenue, May 11.

WORK:
Disproving Beliefs About the Economy and Aging: Research shows that older adults work beyond retirement age, are productive and are not blocking younger workers from the job market. The New York Times, May 13. 6 Great Online Tools for Your Job Search: The way we search for jobs has taken a huge shift from the days of combing through classifieds and mailing in resum�s. Next Avenue, May 12.

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