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Senate OKs big changes to how Americans save for retirement
The Idaho Statesman recently reported on a bill that will soon likely be signed into law. The Secure Act is aimed to help people save more for retirement, and removes some of the barriers to saving. Read the article here!
Biogen’s potentially game-changing Alzheimer’s drug faces an uphill battle with the FDA
CNBC recently reported a story on Biogen’s new Alzheimer’s drug. Advances like these are exciting, but it is still early in the process. Read more here!
America’s Elderly are Twice as Likely to Work Now Than in 1985
Bloomberg recently published bad news for retirement age people in the United States. According to the article, 20% of those age 65 and up have not retired. Many of those cannot afford to. Read the article here.
If long term care is a concern in your retirement plan, […]
The cities designing playgrounds for the elderly
BBC recently published a story on senior playgrounds. The ‘playgrounds’ are in parks and include colorful exercise machines for the elderly. These are common in China, and have begun to pop up around the world to promote a more active lifestyle.
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Stop Me if You’ve Heard This One: A Robot and a Team of Irish Scientists Walk Into a Senior Living Home
Time recently published an interesting story on the role of robots in long term care facilities. This story follows a robot named Stevie and his team of Irish scientists […]
Madison resident establishes musical nonprofit to assist Madison’s elderly
The Daily Cardinal recently reported that a Madison resident established a musical nonprofit to assist the elderly. In collaboration with local hospitals, the non profit plays music from the elderly’s youth to promote nostalgia, and greater connection with the volunteer.
Read the article here.