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  • Boomers: We Have A Lot to be Thankful for

    Published November 23, 2011

    This was a big year for boomers: In January the first baby boomers turned 65 and became eligible for Social Security and Medicare. And despite the economy still struggling to find its footing, boomers have a lot to be thankful for this year.

  • Boomers: Avoid These Retirement Pitfalls

    Published November 17, 2011

    This year marked the first wave of aging baby boomers reaching full retirement age, and for many of us, things aren't going the way we had planned.

  • Finding Part-Time Work During Retirement

    Published November 10, 2011

    Sometimes boomers aren't completely ready to leave the workforce all together when they retire. But the current anemic labor market and misconceptions among employers can make finding a part-time gig difficult. But there are ways they can fight back and prove their value. 

  • Boomer's Story: Being Diagnosed With Type 2 Diabetes

    Published November 03, 2011

    November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and as someone who lives with the disease every day, I believe in raising awareness about it along with the importance of taking control of it.

  • Tips for Controlling the Costs of Living With Type 2 Diabetes

    Published November 03, 2011

    A diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes brings not only substantial lifestyle changes, but also added costs in treating and managing the disease. And for many, the diagnosis comes later in life, when they are in retirement and on a fixed income.

  • What Boomers Need to Know About Type 2 Diabetes

    Published October 27, 2011

    While wisdom comes with age, there are also some less fortunate side effects of growing older: back pain in the morning, 'senior' moments, and for some, Type 2 diabetes.

  • Tips for New Boomer Grandparents

    Published October 21, 2011

    The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is special and there are steps boomers can take to shape these relationships.

  • Five Steps Boomers Can Take Now to Prep for Retirement

    Published October 06, 2011

    Thanks to continued economic weakness stemming from the 2008 financial crisis, many boomers, especially the older ones, are rethinking how they will spend and finance their golden years. Here are five expert tips for boomers on what they can do today to help them be able to retire tomorrow.

  • What Boomers Need to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment Season

    Published September 29, 2011

    The Medicare open enrollment period is upon us once again, and now is the time for Medicare recipients to review their options and make unrestricted changes to their coverage options.

  • How to Brand Yourself After 50

    Published September 22, 2011

    With more than 14 million Americans out of work, its more important than ever to be able to stand out in a sea of applicants and grab a hiring managers attention.