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.
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 very aware of the availability of different living choices and their implications. They are choices …
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 when they are no longer able to do so. This requires financial support and caregiving. …
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 say they would rather be at home. This raises some interesting questions: What does it …
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 no available family members. These individuals aging alone, also known as elder orphans, are aged, …
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! AGENDA SPEAKER BIOS Sponsors & Partners SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS: Opening Keynote: Bill McInturff, Public Opinion Strategies …
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.
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.
Here’s some big-picture financial advice to consider for any couple but especially for an about-to-be or newlywed couple. Share what you know (and don’t know) about your personal finances: Yes, open up the books.
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.
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