Saturday, November 21, 2009

senior citizens

Democrats and Republicans Support $250 Senior Stimulus

There is bipartisan agreement in Congress to cut seniors on Social Security checks. more >>

These Retirees Live Well, and Frugally

Living on a boat or on an RV are among their creative solutions. more >>

6 Tips for Acing a Job Interview After Age 50

Hiring managers explain what impresses them and what annoys them. more >>

The Risks and Rewards of Reverse Mortgages

Such loans can be a nice tool for seniors who grasp their features and drawbacks. more >>

Obama and Democrats' Senior Citizen Problem

Senior citizens are more opposed to Obama's healthcare plans than any other age group. more >>

Boomers Take a Step Back Down the Career Ladder

Desperately in search of jobs, many laid-off workers lower their standards and accept entry-level jobs. more >>

6 Tips for Dealing With Age Discrimination

Here’s what to do if you've been treated unfairly in the workplace because of your age. more >>

New Ad Says Obamacare Will Finance Abortion, Deny Surgery for Seniors

A new Family Research Council ad claims Obamacare will finance abortion but not surgery for seniors. more >>

Good News for Republicans: Seniors Hate Obama's Healthcare Plan

And this is coming from a Democratic poll. more >>

Eric Carlson: On Elder Care—and Elder Law

Tips from the author of "20 Common Nursing Home Problems—and How to Resolve Them." more >>

Step 1: Decide if a Nursing Home Is Necessary

If you can draw on good local resources, the best choice for now might not even be a nursing home. more >>

Obama Budget Squeezes Medicare—and Wealthier Seniors

Higher drug costs and less choice of plans will be the likely results for some. more >>

Family Caregivers: Exhausted, Stressed—and Abusive?

4 ways caregivers can avoid actions they're not proud of and enjoy caring for a person they love. more >>

How to Find a Low-Tax Place to Retire

Former auditor Eve Evans shares her tips. more >>

10 Great Low-Tax Places to Retire

These havens are lighter on your wallet and offer good quality of life. more >>

Quiz: Are You Ready to Sign Up for Social Security?

Find out if the Planning to Retire Blogger can stump you. more >>

Older Workers May Find Open Arms at Nonprofits

Survey shows that seasoned employees are attractive to nonprofit employers. more >>

Retirement Jobs: Seniors Hunt for Work

RetirementJobs.com sees great leap in traffic as more seniors look for work. more >>

Social Security Recipients Will Get Bigger Checks Next Year

Seniors are set for largest increase in benefits in over 25 years. more >>

The 10 Best Employers for Workers Over Age 50

AARP names great employers for seniors. more >>

The 10 Best International Employers for Older Workers

AARP highlights companies abroad that welcome senior employees. more >>

America's Best Healthy Places to Retire

U.S. News writers profile 10 healthy retirement spots around the country. more >>

Seniors Quick to Tap Web's Health Information

Elderly lag only a bit behind other Web surfers in seeking medical insights. more >>

Baby Boomer Drug Use

Some members of the Woodstock generation are still using drugs. more >>

The 3 Most Powerful Old People in America

'Slate' ranks the most influential octogenarians in America. more >>

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