By Senior Lifestyle | January 10, 2020
More people are retiring with less savings than they need to be comfortable. Much less. According to Northwestern Mutual, 21% of Americans have no retirement savings at all. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) says around…
By Senior Lifestyle | August 15, 2019
Many seniors have waited years — and maybe even decades — to enjoy their retirement. Often, retirement brings people the joy learning new things, catching up with friends, more family time and taking time out…
By Senior Lifestyle | October 15, 2018
October is Long-Term Care Planning Month, a time to assess plans for future care needs and the financial options available to seniors to cover the cost of care. One of our goals at Senior Lifestyle is to make…
By Senior Lifestyle | March 29, 2018
As April approaches, many think of spring in bloom, April showers, and maybe even Opening Day for baseball season, but there’s no denying it and no avoiding it, tax time is here as well. For…
By Senior Lifestyle | March 12, 2018
Senior Lifestyle understands that transitioning to senior living can be difficult for new residents and their families. One of the most difficult aspects is the conversation about how to pay for assisted living. It’s a…
By Senior Lifestyle | October 30, 2017
Talking to Mom and Dad about money can be difficult, and not just when you’re young and need $20 for dinner and a movie. As parents age and need more care, the conversation may become…
By Senior Lifestyle | May 24, 2017
For adult children, “the financial conversation” is one of the most difficult aspects of changing the living situation of their parents. Discussions about money can be fraught with anticipated conflict, and although the conversation itself…
By Senior Lifestyle | December 01, 2014
When I talk with older adults, they tell me that the number-one thing they lose sleep over is the fear of running out of money.
By Senior Lifestyle | October 07, 2014
This is the first installment of the new Mature Money series, which will address financial topics relevant to seniors and those who care for them. In this article, financial expert Sheri Samotin describes the roles…
By Senior Lifestyle | September 12, 2014
A recent Forbes article brought together five aging and employment experts together to discuss the future of the 50+ job market.