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May 18, 2022
Remember how difficult and time-consuming it was to comparison shop before the internet? Now, product prices are available right in your browser. And a handful of websites aggregate pricing information, making it even easier for con...
May 9, 2022
There's a wealth of information and advice on how to manage your finances, but how do you know whom to trust? This can be an especially challenging question for retirees, who must protect their nest eggs to ensure they have enough c...
May 2, 2022
Many retirees find that, over time, their house no longer suits their needs. While a large, single-family home might've been perfect for raising children, it may not fit your current lifestyle. You may be primarily living in only a ...
April 28, 2022
What's your plan for making the most out of your retirement? It might be to wait and see what happens. But what if not making a plan causes you to miss out on the next exciting chapter of your life? For many, that exciting chapter s...
April 12, 2022
Seniors often consider a range of factors when deciding to move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), from proximity to family to available amenities. But learning about the financial strength and value offered by a seni...
April 11, 2022
Plant decor has come a long way since the invention of the macrame hanging planter. Today's indoor gardeners encase tiny plants in glass terrariums, display cuttings in aesthetically arranged test tubes, and even create wall art usi...
April 2, 2022
Among retirees surveyed, 54% wish they had done a better job at planning for the nonfinancial aspects of retirement, according to a research report titled Four Pillars of the New Retirement that was conducted by Edward Jones, Age Wa...
March 29, 2022
Senior living communities come in all shapes and sizes. How do you determine which one is the best fit for you? Retirees in four different states recently shared their thoughts with the Tribune on what mattered most when they were l...
March 22, 2022
The consensus among health care experts is that adults, regardless of age, need seven or more hours of sleep in each 24-hour period to achieve their best health. But few people seem to get that much. Data from the most recent Behavi...
March 21, 2022
Do you think 30-year-olds or 90-year-olds have higher life satisfaction? Interestingly enough, studies across the globe show that seniors have more life satisfaction than young adults. Many of us find this surprising because we live...
March 15, 2022
If you've done a thorough job of downsizing, you'll be left with a bunch of stuff you no longer need or use. Before visiting a donation center, try selling it for a discounted price - you never know who might be looking for a collec...
March 8, 2022
Giving large gifts of cash or property to your heirs while you are still around to see them enjoy it is something a lot of people consider. But what often stands in the way of such gifts is fear of an unforeseen tax bill. The giftin...
March 1, 2022
You have worked hard, raised a family, and prepared for retirement. You earned a bright future! But how do you put yourself in the best position to enjoy this next chapter? There are so many options, but fortunately, Erickson Senior...
March 1, 2022
Eleanor Roosevelt once said, "It takes as much energy to wish as it does to plan." These words ring especially true when it comes to planning a future move to a retirement community. As a personal moving consultant at Tallgrass Cree...
February 20, 2022
An estimated 1.4 trillion digital photos were taken in 2021, and 90% of them were taken with smartphones. But how many of those shots were worth saving to a camera roll? While today's smartphone cameras are so advanced - making it d...
February 16, 2022
Erickson Senior Living community dining programs are staffed by highly-qualified, trained culinary professionals who develop delicious, healthy options. Each meal is fresh and made-to-order, allowing you to customize each dining exp...
February 15, 2022
Erickson Senior Living is pleased to announce that Christian Sweetser has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This selection comes as the company continues its significant investment to enhance and expand its n...
February 14, 2022
In the "top ten" of life's most stressful events, moving always makes the list. It's not just relocating that overwhelms us - it's everything that comes before. Decluttering, downsizing, disposing of unwanted items, packing - these ...
February 12, 2022
It's never too early to get your financials in shape. "In any new year, it's important for retirees to take inventory of their taxable income and potential deductions, and determine what moves might be advantageous for them to limit...
February 10, 2022
If you're the primary caregiver for a spouse or other family member, you're not alone - and you may be courting health risks for yourself. Over 20% of adults in the U.S. provided some sort of unpaid care to another adult within the ...