A study by the AARP released last week reveals the impact this economy is having on Baby Boomers. A high percentage of individuals have changed the way they invest their money because of these turbulent economic times. Many are dipping into their retirement accounts or have stopped depositing money in their IRA in order to meet their monthly …
Planning for the Cost of Daily Care
When you are building your own aging in place plan, consideration needs to be given to the costs for alternate care services. For the millions of baby boomers taking care of an older parent now, this information may be helpful as well. On September 30th, 2008, the MetLife Mature Market Institute(R) released the results of a national survey of …
Imagine The Future of Aging
If you are at all curious about the technologies being developed right now to help older people aging in place, you need to watch this video. Brought to you by the Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) and hosted by Jeff Bridges, this video will open your eyes to the very exciting advancements being made in aging in place technologies. …
Money Saving Tips for Seniors Part II
With the rise in gas prices and consumer goods many people are looking to squeeze every ounce of buying power they can from their money. Here are a few more tips on how you can save money. Saving a little here and there can really add up. Make your home more energy efficient: Most public utilities offer free home inspections or information for …
World Update: China’s National Organization Focuses on Care for the Elderly
A national organization on aging is striving to meet the overwhelming needs of the country's older population. Focused on issues such as building community centers for the elderly, programs to relieve the stress of being alone, elderly legal assistance, elder rights and raising public awareness. For anyone who has had to help an older person with …
AgeInPlace.com & Seniors Real Estate Specialists® Partner to Educate Consumers 50+ on Age in Place Planning
AgeInPlace.com is proud to announce it has partnered with the Seniors Real Estate Specialists® (SRES®) group of the National Association of REALTORS® to provide aging in place real estate information and resources to Baby Boomers. This new partnership will give visitors to the website better insight into the role an SRES® agent can play in their …