The Best Kept Secret in Town Did you know that September is Senior Center month all across America? And, that your local Council on Aging is part of a Federal program to provide important services to those 60 and older in your community? Even more, did you know that over 80% of the users of Senior Centers are women? And in many communities, it’s 90% or more? Women … [Read more...] about Your Local Council on Aging (aka Senior Centers)
Headline: Your Local Council on Aging (aka Senior Centers)
The Best Kept Secret in Town Featured in Retirement Weekly, a MarketWatch premium newsletter published by Dow Jones & Co, Marcia explores the wide-range of offerings for seniors in local communities’ Councils on Aging. Read the full article on Marcia’s blog: Boomer Retirement Briefs … [Read more...] about Headline: Your Local Council on Aging (aka Senior Centers)
Risky Recipes: Trying to Time the Market
Food for Thought from Marcia’s Retirement Kitchen I gave a presentation about getting ready to retire and how to create income throughout retirement. Afterwards, a gentleman raised his hand and asked an interesting question. “The market just hit an all-time high again today. How much longer will the rise continue and when will the next recession hit? When … [Read more...] about Risky Recipes: Trying to Time the Market
Overcoming “Ladies’ Liabilities” in Retirement Planning
For many women, planning for the financial side of retirement falls to the very bottom of their priority list. Not even ironing or cleaning up after a big Thanksgiving dinner is lower on the list. But ignoring the realities of planning for retirement doesn’t make the problem go away, and can often make it so much worse. But, it's time to take charge! Recognizing … [Read more...] about Overcoming “Ladies’ Liabilities” in Retirement Planning
“I’m Not Making Dinner…I’m Looking For Polar Bears!”
One of the fun things about traveling is that you meet such interesting people who are doing fun things in retirement. While in Tennessee, I by chance went to one of the trendier restaurants, called etc. The chef is a regional gastronomic guru and she has a loyal following. Her larger restaurant, Etch, is a culinary success, and this newer location was … [Read more...] about “I’m Not Making Dinner…I’m Looking For Polar Bears!”
