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8 Alzheimer's Financial Protection Tips
Tweet Share on Facebook November 3, 2010 Comment (1)Seniors should share financial transactions, decisions, and plans with their spouses, families, and financial advisers. It is well-known that as we get older, we are more apt to make mistakes in our financial decisions. Emotionally, however, it often can be difficult to share or ask for outside help. Being independent is very high among the priorities of most aging seniors. Independence may be associated with continuing to make key financial decisions without consulting others.
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Election Guide Posts Candidates' Stands on Senior Issues
Tweet Share on Facebook November 1, 2010 CommentHistorically, seniors have taken their election voting seriously. And this year's mid-term vote should be no different. If you're going to vote, please spend some time on the AARP website to learn about the candidates' positions on key senior issues.
It's times like these when the resources of the country's dominant seniors' organization are apparent. AARP has developed a powerful interactive voting guide. All you have to do is enter your address and you will see a list of the candidates who will be on your ballot, and their positions on several issues that AARP considers key for the senior community. I usually do not provide my street address in online surveys but do consider AARP a trusted site.
