Retirement has changed. Many baby boomers are looking for retirement jobs. The reasons are many. Things do not look as rosy as they once might have looked for boomers. Covid-19 has consumed considerable equity in the stock markets. It has driven unemployment to historic levels. The lack of savings on the part of Baby Boomers … Read more
A menu made for summer indulgence (Family Features) Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer! It is time to enjoy the taste of summer! A summer weekend isn’t complete until you fire up the grill, but flame-kissed steaks are just the start to an unforgettable meal that celebrates all the best of the … Read more
Memorial Day has always been a time for reflection. Memorial Day 2020 is no exception. The day has a deep, deep tradition. On May 5, 1868, General John A. Logan issued a proclamation calling for “Decoration Day” to be observed annually and nationwide; he was commander-in-chief of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), an … Read more
(BPT) – The COVID-19 pandemic presents daunting challenges for many seniors and other vulnerable populations. Social distancing and shelter-in-place requirements are necessary for their continued health and safety. But with it comes the risk of social isolation, and the mental and physical tolls this can take. How can older people balance the requirements for social … Read more
(BPT) – In these unprecedented times, when many families are facing physical, emotional and financial hardships, a common question is, “How do I keep up with my mortgage when I’m not working?” First, you need to know that mortgage relief during Covid-19 is possible. A home is a family’s most important asset. But now it’s … Read more
(Family Features) In 2020, more than 795,000 people in the United States will experience a stroke, according to a report from the American Heart Association, and nearly a third of those may be caused by atrial fibrillation (AFib) based on research published in “Vascular Health and Risk Management.” AFib is the most common type of … Read more
(BPT) – As the world seeks a “new normal” following the advent of COVID-19, many Americans are looking forward to taking trips again — albeit safer, carefully chosen vacations. A mid-May survey by research firm Destination Analysts found nearly seven in 10 Americans greatly miss vacationing. More than half miss the planning itself. Forty-five percent … Read more
(BPT) – In the U.S. alone, 28.1 million people are living with diabetes. An added 7.2 million are living with undiagnosed diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Additionally, the American Diabetes Association reports that 84 million American adults have prediabetes. Nearly 90 percent of them don’t even know it. If … Read more
National Poppy Day® Helps Brighten Veterans’ Outlook During COVID-19 Crisis (BPT) – With COVID-19 changing the way we interact, gather, and celebrate, many holidays will look different this year, including Memorial Day. But that doesn’t mean service members, veterans, and their families need our support any less. In fact, several members of the American Legion … Read more
(BPT) – It will take some time to adjust and recover from the major disruption experienced because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many consumers are now figuring out how to cope with challenges when it comes to their financial health during times of crisis. People are feeling the financial strain of not being able to go … Read more