For years, Florida and Arizona were prime retirement locations for seniors. A few years back, a movement began in communities across the nation to create senior-friendly cities. People started to think about how aging-friendly their cities were (or weren’t, in many cases). They considered … [Read more...]
For many, retirement is a thing of the past
July 23, 2012 By
Retirement and old age is typically associated with stability and relaxation. But after the mortgage meltdown, many seniors have found just the opposite. According to a report released Thursday by the AARP, Americans over 50 are facing unprecedented financial hardship. In the first study to look at … [Read more...]
Wake up people…
June 7, 2012 By
Financial problems in the U.S. stemming from the aging baby boomer generation are only going to get worse, says NPR in its Family Matters series, and government entitlement programs won’t be able to sustainably provide care for the growing senior population. Roughly 78 million boomers (a … [Read more...]
Think you have retirement healthcare cost covered? Think again.
June 5, 2012 By
A 65-year-old couple retiring in 2012 is estimated to need $240,000 to cover medical expenses throughout retirement, according to the latest retiree health care costs estimate calculated by Fidelity Investments. This represents a 4% increase from last year, when the estimate was $230,000. For many … [Read more...]
Kyla Kelim – Fairhope, AL
April 10, 2012 By
Aging in place services Fairhope, AL elder law attorney providing seniors, their families, caregivers and professionals consultation and advocacy. Nursing home care and retirement planning. Contact Kyla Kelim 251-281-8120 Aging in Alabama P.O. Box 109 Fairhope, AL … [Read more...]
Move Forward in Reverse – lock in home values
November 4, 2011 By
What if home values continue to decline? Reverse mortgages have helped people capture the value of their home during a declining market. People that took out a reverse mortgage three or more years ago received equity from their homes that has now evaporated. So if a reverse mortgage makes sense … [Read more...]
What is a Conservatorship?
October 26, 2011 By
The following article was written by my business partner, Felicia Coalson. If you need an attorney for wills, trusts and estate work, she is on the ball! At Eldercare Life Solutions, we offer conservatorship services and I can tell you that she is spot on with her advice. Good reading! You can … [Read more...]
New Technology Can Help Family Caregivers
September 28, 2011 By
There are over 6 million people in my home state of Tennessee. Of that number, 2 million are seniors. Wow! That is a staggering number to me. Do you all know how many mountains, valleys, coves and out-of-the-way places there is here to hide seniors and their caregivers? Like a lot of other states, … [Read more...]
