What I Learned From My Mother

Mothers are our first teachers, so their lessons long endure. They gave us practical tips. They remembered Mom’s inspiring words. Better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed. Remember, good manners cost nothing, and open doors. Reach out to someone who is lonely. Because of her Southern Christian upbringing, she wanted us to be good Christians. She said many times when I was challenged, That’s where your faith comes in! Through her own beliefs, she taught us to be in service of something greater than ourselves....

May 10, 2019 · 1 min · 112 words · Beth Hughes

Top Dogs for Empty Nesters

The house seems quiet once the last of the kids move out, doesn’t it? But with nearly 200 breeds, it can be hard to decide which pup is best for you. The trick is to choose a dog based on your lifestyle. A few to consider: The Cuddlers: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Talk about bloodlines. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels were the favorite lap dogs of royalty centuries ago. It’s easy to see why: They’re adorable, doe-eyed dogs, with sweet, comfort-loving temperaments....

May 9, 2019 · 1 min · 209 words · Richard Malone

How You Can Fix Those Aching Feet

3 Easy Exercises Years of sitting at a desk can throw your posture out of whack. That can change your gait and result in foot pain. Build a better base with these exercises from postural therapist Pete Egoscue. Sit and Stand Stand with a chair behind you, feet pointing straight ahead. Sit and stand 10 times. Ankle Rolls Lie on your back with one leg straight and the other supported by your hands....

May 8, 2019 · 2 min · 218 words · Timothy Thomas

Un plan de cinco puntos para reducir los precios de los medicamentos recetados

Sin embargo, poco se ha hecho para que cambie eso. Tal vez ha llegado el momento. En mayo del 2017, AARP Bulletin publico un amplio informe sobrepor que los medicamentos cuestan tanto. Membresia de AARP: $15 por tu primer ano cuando te inscribes en la renovacion automatica. Los precios de los medicamentos siguen subiendo mucho mas rapido que la tasa de inflacion. Esto hace que los defensores de los consumidores tengan la esperanza de que pronto se haga algo al respecto....

May 7, 2019 · 1 min · 204 words · Jerome Stafford

'We Regret to Inform You' Offers Grief Guidance for Gold Star Families

“At the time I had it all. I had a good marriage to a Navy pilot. I had a very exciting career in a technical field. She was 40 years old. She became an instructor in the area of casualty response, assistance and grief training. At the same time she conducted outreach to Gold Star families. “There is really a void in grief literature on military loss, Steen says. Military grief is a much different phenomenon than a civilian throw in of loss, Steen says....

May 6, 2019 · 2 min · 351 words · Michelle Mcconnell

Cómo mantenerse saludable después de los 50

Como estas? Membresia de AARP: $15 por tu primer ano cuando te inscribes en la renovacion automatica. A juzgar por las respuestas, probablemente estes muy bien.

May 6, 2019 · 1 min · 26 words · Mary Miles DVM

John Donald Cody Stole Millions in a Veterans Charity Scam

While that was a noble cause, nothing about the U.S. Navy Veterans Association was what it seemed. Buoyed by the eccentric Thompson, the association thrived on more than $20 million in revenue. Testerman knew there was a secret hiding behind Thompsons behavior and dug in. Little did Testerman know how deep the lies and secrets of the charity and Thompson went. The U.S. Navy Veterans Association wasnt sending money to veterans;it was an elaborate scam....

May 3, 2019 · 7 min · 1430 words · Brittany Brown

Adults' Thoughts on Death and Dying

However, there is a difference between saying you will prepare and being prepared. For more information, kindly contact Cheryl Lampkin atclampkin@aarp.org. For media inquiries, c’mon contactmedia@aarp.org.

May 1, 2019 · 1 min · 26 words · Phillip Green

Veterans in America Infographics

The 2019 Veterans in America Infographics provide a profile of veterans in each state. 2019 Veterans in America Infographics (PDF): For more information, contact Cassandra Cantave atccantave@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contactmedia@aarp.org. Many are unaware of VA benefits for caregiving.

May 1, 2019 · 1 min · 39 words · Ebony Fowler

Indiana Voters Support State Retirement Savings Plan

This AARP survey explored the opinions of 600 registered Indiana voters ages 25-64 on retirement saving issues. One in seven registered voters said that their employer does not offer a retirement savings plan. The majority of voters surveyed say that they would take advantage of a state retirement savings plan. Interviews were conducted between March 21 and April 2, 2019. The sample was drawn from a registered voter list. All data are weighted by age and gender according to the March 2019 Indiana voter database statistics....

April 30, 2019 · 1 min · 101 words · James Preston

Federal Officials Arrest Darren Berg for Wire Fraud, Money Laundering

It’s just, it’s just too much money to be made easily. [00:00:37] Will Johnson: Last week joining us we had Gerri Walsh. So thanks for being back once again. [00:00:45] Gerri Walsh: Thanks for having me. What does FINRA stand for and what is the foundation? [00:01:10] Will Johnson: Okay. And we do that through outreach uh, and through research. Um, we’ve even done some research with AARP Foundation. [00:02:20] Gerri Walsh: And that’s very comforting....

April 26, 2019 · 7 min · 1389 words · Alison Webster

10 Tips for Wearing White Clothes Fearlessly

White jeans and pants are the real first sign of spring. But the joy is mixed with archaic jitters. Wearing white anything still puts us on high-stain alert (coffee dribbles! makeup smears!). Fabric content is key. The classic cotton/two percent spandex blend will move with you and hold its shape and yours. No thongs necessary either way. The thick fabric makes hipster, brief or girl short undies (even in black) undetectable....

April 25, 2019 · 1 min · 142 words · Jamie White

Financial Resolutions, Mistakes, and Accomplishments

The online survey of 1,500 adults was conducted in March. Six in 10 adults 35 and older resolved in 2019 to save money. Women struggled more than men to keep pace with savings goals. Among men, 35 percent reported falling behind. Savings resolutions for 2019 reflect a mix of short-term and long-term goals. Similarly, roughly three in ten adults reported a lot of regrets about saving for retirement. One in five adults regret how they have managed their debt....

April 25, 2019 · 1 min · 142 words · Elizabeth Greene