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Access to an employer-based retirement plan is critical for building financial security later in life. That 47 percent includes workers at all levels of earnings, education, and backgrounds. This fact sheet offers key figures about Americans access to workplace retirement savings programs. In addition: Individual fact sheets detail numbers for every state and the District of Columbia. What is driving these losses, and what can be done to mitigate them?...

Fun dishes for mealtime Getting toddlers to eat can be an adventure. Melli Suction Plates, $12.99,meliibaby.com. Ahimsa Mindful Mealtime Set, $68,ahimsa.com. Age 12 months+ Picky eaters meet your match! This fun plate turns mealtime into a game. It also features a treasure box where you’re free to pop in a dessert. Genuine Fred DINNER WINNER Kids' Dinner Tray, Pirate, $12.99,amazon.com. Age 3+ 2. Something fun to ride around on This unicorn bouncy toy will provide hours of entertainment....

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Come back each Wednesday for the latest piece, exclusively onAARP Members Edition. And they like it! let alone imagine the 60-plus version of yourself doing it. At this age, theres deeper intimacy without the worry of pregnancy or pesky menopausal hot flashes. Bonus: There also are fewer distractions between kids and work, so more opportunities to hit the sheets. Not having a regular partner can still be a gateway to fun, too....

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More than 13.9 million people are enrolled in both Medicare and their state Medicaid program. Most of themover 12.2 millionare age 50 or older. The dually eligible population is diverse with many often costly health needs. Often, enrollees have little or no assistance with these challenges. PACE, FAI, and D-SNPs each aim to integrate Medicare and Medicaid. Current federal and state efforts are focused on expanding PACE and encouraging enrollment in D-SNPs....

As we age, our bones naturally lose density and strength. Two million older Americans break a bone every year because of osteoporosis. Nearly half of those who break a hip never fully regain their mobility. Heres how to keep your bones strong and healthy as the years go by. WHERE TO START 1. Aim for three to four servings of calcium-rich foods per day, Wein says. Theyre also not recommended if you take acid-reducing heartburn medication, because their absorption requires an acidic stomach environment....

You are wondering how you will pay your bills, maybe even have enough money to buy food. And then a bill arrives from the IRS you owe taxes on the stolen money. My mind was just spinning every day. I was just trying to hold it together. You know, I just go in, I can’t express how sick my stomach felt doing this. Am I going to jail? (MUSIC SEGUE)...

Dont forget to clean under the appliances too. An all-purpose cleaner and microfiber cloth are perfect for cleaning the floor under appliances, Barton adds. Refrigerator water dispensers After you clean beneath the fridge, tackle the water dispenser. “These areas can get incredibly dirty without proper cleaning.” Your refrigerator manual will offer step-by-step instructions for cleaning the water dispenser. Prefer a gentler alternative? Barton suggests using a mixture of dish soap and water to treat minor stains....

This Spotlight report details the financial impact of caregiving on 48 million Americans. It includes data and findings from a range of sources, including survey research with caregivers themselves. A wide spectrum of state and federal solutions is available to begin better supporting this growing group of Americans. Generally, caregivers give providers high marks.

The Medicare program has long tested various approaches to paying for Medicare services through demonstrations and other initiatives. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) has led these efforts since its creation in 2010. These models seek to improve patients experiences as well as the quality and cost-effectiveness of care. Successful models may become permanent parts of the Medicare program. Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs)are a significant example of payment and delivery innovation in traditional Medicare....

The maple syrup and sweet potato combo makes it way too hard to resist. Preheat the oven to 350F. Spray an 8-by-8-inch square metal baking pan with cooking spray. Line the bottom and up all four sides with parchment paper, leaving 1-inch overhangs. Seinfeld shared two recipes fromNot Too Sweetwith AARP members. The maple syrup and sweet potato combo makes this snacking cake hard to resist. Not Too Chocolate Brownies...

Navigating pain at 50-plus 1 in 5 Older Adults Use Cannabis Many turn to THC to help with sleep, pain and other health issues Do You Have a Pinched Nerve? Symptoms, causes and treatments for the common condition Why Your Joints Ache After 50 and What you’re able to Do About It Arthritis is more common with age, but there are ways to keep the pain to a minimum Do Injections for Knee Pain Work?...