Boomer Women and Long-Term Care

Voices

Elinor Ginzler

Home Safe Home

By Elinor Ginzler

Most of us want to grow old in the homes and neighborhoods we love. Independent living and aging expert Elinor Ginzler tells you more about an innovative community model that can help you do just that.

Jonathan Pond

Your First Step

By Jonathan Pond

Jonathan Pond, AARP's Financial Ambassador, explains how to take the first step in making your solid long-term care plan.

Gail Sheehy

Caring for a Loved One?

Author Gail Sheehy shares her experiences as a caregiver and recounts stories of others who are caring for adult loved ones.

New Poll! Calling Boomer Women!

Tools

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Longevity Calculator

Answer easy questions and receive customized suggestions for living a healthier and longer life.

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Home Health Agency Search

Search for home health agencies in your area, and compare their quality of service.

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Why Women? Why Now?

Women are more likely than men to experience the need for long-term care. Planning early for retirement—and any long-term care you may need—is one of the smartest decisions you can make. Learn why women in particular have much to gain from being prepared.

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Planning an Affordable Future

Knowing how much long-term care costs and whether or not you're covered can give you peace of mind as you plan for your future. Get the facts about some familiar resources and what they do—and do not—cover.

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Looking Forward to the Comfort of Home

Thinking about downsizing or moving? Love your community and want to stay there forever? You can make changes now that can help you live comfortably and safely. Start thinking about how you can stay put longer!

From the Online Community

Group: Retiring Single Women

Group: Single and Retiring?

Meet single women who are thinking about retiring. You don’t have to go it alone.

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Group: Staying Fit after 50

Group: Fit After 50

Meet other women who want to make their health a priority. Share ideas for staying fit and eating right.

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Get Healthy: It's Never Too Late

Each healthy choice you make today increases your odds of living the retirement lifestyle you want. Following these tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle is an important part of a thorough long-term-care plan.

Mapping Your Future

It’s the most important wish list you’ll ever write. A living will allows you to convey your medical wishes when you’re otherwise unable to do so.

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Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.

Benefits QuickLINK
Find out what public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.

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It's November! Make sure your loved ones travel safely this holiday season.

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Seasonal Savings

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Here's how to save dollars on your drive over the river and through the woods.

Health Action Now!

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Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care— NOW!

Solo Travelers

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Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.

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Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!

Health-Myth Buster

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Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?

Fat 2 Fit

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Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.

Create The Good

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Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.

South Carolina News

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Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.

Go Fish

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Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.