How long has it been since you've been out on a date, or even considered entering the dating scene again? Perhaps you've been eyeing those murky waters for a while, wondering how to start ... and maybe even wondering why you'd want to bother.
Don't be intimidated by the dating scene!
When one spouse handles all the finances, how do you avoid a power struggle?
Q: My husband and I have been married for 37 years. Like many couples, I'd imagine, we've fallen into a routine where I take care of some chores and he takes care of others. One of the chores he handles is the bill paying. But, I've come to realize that, if something were to happen to him, I don't have a good handle on our financial situation. So, I offered to share the bill-paying tasks with him. He said that was fine; but, I strongly sense he feels I'm invading his "turf."
Both should have an interest in paying the bills. If one is better at going through the grind, the other should at least be on hand to consult, and to aware of where the money is going.
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Here are some retirement-planning tips for blended families and single women.
Today's retirees are healthier and wealthier than any generation before them, but that presents a unique set of challenges. On top of that, the American family structure is changing -- blended families and single women face their own challenges when planning for retirement.
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Here are some tips for making it as accessible as possible.
A well-designed kitchen can make cooking and entertaining more enjoyable. So if you're considering remodeling the kitchen, your focus is probably cosmetic. However, as your parents get older, there are safety issues to consider, too.
How do you reconcile different spending (and saving) styles?
Getting married in later life can have you wondering, "Is this a marriage or a merger?" The truth is, it's probably a little of both.
As hard as it may seem, talking with your aging parents about tough issues is easier now than it will be later.
The quality of communication between adult children and their senior parents leaves a lot to be desired, according to a study from the senior care company Home Instead. The findings of the study led researchers to coin the phrase "the 40/70 rule."
ICE campaign aims to help paramedics know who to contact in case of emergency.
Many of us carry a mobile phone with the phone numbers of our loved ones stored in a list of contacts, so if we were to get in an accident, the paramedics would have that information at their fingertips, right?
Considering a living trust? What about a will? Do you need both?
There are many benefits to having a living trust but, as with any legal document, it requires careful planning. In this article, you'll learn exactly what a living trust is, and explore five basic steps you should consider when establishing your own living trust.
Can someone tell me in a neat sequence what are the steps to take in creating a living will? Who do I consult (ie., doctor, lawyer?)
Ensure the very best nursing home care.
You might assume your loved one will receive high-quality care in a nursing home; however, that can be a dangerous assumption and your parent may instead be at risk of harm.
I feel VERY strongly that we need to get the law changed as to 'self submitting' of nurse/staff at any given time!!!
Your article referring to 'omnibus budget and reconciliation of 1997 ---- i...
The thrill of victory. The agony of defeat. Do organized sports put too much pressure on our kids?
Many parents believe that after-school sports are a vital part of their kids' upbringing. But, others believe that there's very little "play" left in sports. Instead, they think sports cause kids a lot of stress.
This article really hit home with me. I started playing badminton in my college days. Even as a beginner, I felt the need to win against every opponent. So I started to practice 6 hours a week. After...
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s has more than just medical implications — there are financial issues, too.
An estimated 5 million people in the United States have Alzheimer's disease; this number is expected to double by the year 2050 as the elderly segment of our population grows. Not only does the disease have a significant emotional impact on individuals and their families, it also causes severe family financial burden and places considerable demands on the greater public health system.
Although it's a tough conversation to have, planning for a funeral now can save heartache later.
Q: A few months ago, my aunt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. She doesn't have any kids and she's like a second mom to my brothers and me, so we're very involved with her care. Although it's likely she'll be with us for quite a while, we've begun to realize that we might not have very long to find out what her wishes are for her care and funeral.
Ensure your parent is getting proper nursing home care.
Q: My dad has been in a nursing home for about 8 months and, in that time, he has lost about 15 pounds -- weight he could hardly afford to lose. I suspect his nutritional needs aren't being met, but I'm not sure what to do. He's picky, and it takes a lot of patience to get him to eat. I've spoken to the staff, and they insist he's eating. Do you think I should file a complaint?
I'm not sure of the nursing home protocols, but if they have more than one physician visiting patients, you might also opt for changing the physician that sees him.
My father (93 yrs. old), became...
Turn your empty nest into a love nest.
Have you noticed that, as your kids grow older, they're spending more time away from the house? Their priorities are shifting, and as a result, yours are, too.
Yet another reason to keep fit: Not only can you add years to your life, it's likely they will be more satisfying.
A new study shows, not only that healthy behavior can add active, satisfying years to your life, but also details how specific unhealthy behaviors shorten lifespan.
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