Providing care at home vs. seeking it outside
By Anna M. Rappaport, Society of Actuaries and WISER Board Member Would you rather age at home or in a specialized aging community? Most individuals
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Personal Observations and Choices about Where to Live
October 17, 2022 By Anna M. Rappaport, Society of Actuaries and WISER Board Member In my research about life at higher ages, I have become
Daily Money Managers: Managing Money Late in Life
By Anna M. Rappaport, Society of Actuaries and WISER Board Member Many seniors manage their money throughout their entire life, but others reach a time
Special Issues for Those Who Are Aging Alone
By Anna M. Rappaport, Society of Actuaries and WISER Board Member When older individuals need help, family support is very important. But some people have
WISER’ 2022 Women’s Retirement Symposium
WISER’ Annual Women’s Retirement Symposium Roadmap to Retirement Readiness: Removing Roadblocks & Expanding Literacy September 28, 2022 Washington, DC Thank you speakers, sponsors and attendees!
Back to School or Not, It’s Always a Cool Time to Consider How to Save for Retirement
Back to school is underway, and students and teachers are lining up their pencils and straightening their rulers—gearing up for the year ahead. Particularly at this time of year, teachers are drafting their lesson plans, constructing syllabi, and reading new texts.
Late Life Issues are Vital to Caregivers
Caregivers often face unpleasant surprises later in life. Many people retire without considering the challenges that they – and those who help them – may face 20 years later. In the first 20 years of retirement, many retirees lose family members, suffer physical or mental decline, or face other life changes.
Survivor Benefits: Four Tips Widows Need to Know
Eligibility rules for survivors benefits have improved: the age requirements are lower, surviving ex-spouses are eligible, including surviving spouses and partners of same-sex relationships. However, a surviving spouse is often unsure how to start claiming their survivor’s benefits. We have some information to assist you in applying for benefits as a surviving spouse.
Highlights from Financial Literacy Month 2022
As Financial Literacy Month comes to a close, we want to share all the tips, tools and resources for improving your financial know-how that WISER has been sharing all month long.
Am I Eligible to Receive a Social Security Widow’s Benefit?
Social Security is an important source of income for widows. Check the list below to determine if you may be qualified for widow’s benefits.