Retirement News
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Classic Car Show Brings Birches Residents Back in Time
On June 24, Birches Assisted Living residents had the opportunity to reminisce about the cars of their youth during The Birches’ car show. - July 01, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches Embraces a New Summer Tradition: "Lemonade & Laughs"
On June 11, Birches residents joined together on The Birches’ front porch for the first ever “Lemonade & Laughs” gathering, where residents not only shared refreshing glasses of lemonade and good company but also their favorite jokes and riddles. - June 18, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Luxurious Senior Living Project Underway
Construction to begin this fall on $62M retirement community nestled in north Florida. - June 12, 2015 - Senior Premier Living
Chicago Area Senior Regains Strength Through Personal Training
With the help of personal trainer Rich Jeka, Birches Assisted Living resident Virginia Pierce regained her strength and ability to walk. - May 28, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Atlantic Shores Spring Home & Garden Tour to Spotlight Art, Music and Cuisine
Free Annual Event Features Victory Garden Tour, and Lakeside Gazebo Party with Top Local Jazz Band - May 14, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
New Jersey’s First Reading Glasses Alternative! New FDA Approved KAMRA Inlay to Correct Presbyopia
Even if you never had vision problems, you cannot escape presbyopia; an age-related process that affects more than a billion people worldwide. Until this month, refractive surgeons had very little to offer their presbyopic patients. Today Clarity Refractive Services is pleased to announce a new... - May 13, 2015 - Omni Eye Services
Nationally Renowned Seniors Real Estate Advocate, Author and Educator, Returns to Oklahoma City Roots
Mature Moves Oklahoma City Real Estate Group Demonstrates a Distinct Focus on the Transition Needs and Aging in Place Goals of Older Adults - April 28, 2015 - Seniors Real Estate Institute
Karcinolys Announces the Formation of Pancrealys, Its New Pancreatic Cancer Division
Pancreatic cancer selected as first indication for Targeted HSV-1 derived oncolytic virus Myb34.5. - April 17, 2015 - Karcinolys
Dallas Limb Restoration Center Develops "New Joint Today, Home Tomorrow Program"
A significant concern for many patients considering hip or knee replacement is how soon can they return to normal activities. Many patients consider hip or knee replacement but do not want the downtime and long recovery traditionally associated with these procedures. The Dallas Limb Restoration Center has developed a program allowing most patients to minimize their hospital stay and recovery. - April 15, 2015 - The Dallas Limb Restoration Center
Volunteer Training for Those Interested in Hospice
Become a Hospice Volunteer! Join Fidelis Hospice's next training class. - April 05, 2015 - Fidelis Hospice
Worth Avenue Yachts to Exhibit Eleven Luxury Yachts at the 2015 Palm Beach International Boat Show This Week
Worth Avenue Yachts - the renowned yacht brokerage company famous for their successful team-based approach to yacht sales and yacht charter - will be attending the 2015 Palm Beach International Boat Show this week, Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 March 2015, exhibiting eleven luxury yachts. - March 25, 2015 - Worth Avenue Yachts
State of Nevada Signs Agreement to Protect Historic Horses of the Virginia Range
Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund announces the signing of a landmark agreement between the State of Nevada Department of Agriculture and wild horse advocates to humanely manage the historic horses of the Virginia Range. - March 24, 2015 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
Chris Hobart Receives Charlotte Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Award
Hobart Financial Group announces today that its founder and CEO, Chris Hobart, has been recognized by Charlotte Business Journal as one of Charlotte’s 40 under 40. The award recipients are 40 individuals under the age of 40 who are making major strides in their careers and having a positive... - March 13, 2015 - Hobart Financial Group
Mississippi Gulf Coast Businesses Band Together Towards One Goal, Curing Childhood Cancer
The 2015 St. Jude Dream Home in Elliott Homes' exclusive Malpass West community in Biloxi, MS is coming to a close. The gorgeous 3,500 square foot home includes four bedrooms, three and a half baths and a huge bonus room. Luxury features includes a gas fireplace, outdoor kitchen, covered porches, butler's pantry, wet bar, gourmet kitchen, full-tiled walk-in shower, separate Jacuzzi tub and much more. The home will be given to one lucky winner on April 12th. - February 16, 2015 - Elliott Homes LLC
Understanding Travel Insurance and MASA Assist Emergency Transportation Coverage Can Help Eliminate Travel Woes
Elderly travel has increased. So has the number of accidents and medical emergencies on the road. Seniors, who travel, should assess their insurance coverage. One misconception that many seniors or elderly travelers have is that their premium credit card program provides medical evacuation. Learn the differences between the travel insurance and MASA Assist emergency transportation coverage services available. - February 10, 2015 - MASA Assist
New Study Shows Charlotte Couples Agree on Retirement Lifestyle
Financial Expert Outlines a Plan for Achieving that Vision - February 04, 2015 - Hobart Financial Group
Financial Life Planning Workshop for Women
Integrating Life Planning with Financial Planning - January 10, 2015 - Suncoast Advisory Group
Atlantic Shores Retirement Community Wraps Up Award-Winning 2014
Known for its commitment to excellence, Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach expanded its reputation throughout the region and state with several impressive awards in 2014. The upscale retirement community was recognized among the top in the industry for its facilities, cuisine,... - January 09, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Win Free Home Health Care Products Every Month in 2015
The CareGiver Partnership, a national retailer of incontinence products and other home health care supplies, is giving away valuable prizes every month in 2015. Contest participants are only required to submit a short statement explaining how they or a loved one would benefit from the product highlighted that month. - January 04, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
The Book by Manfred Popp About Weight Loss and Good Fitness Can Improve Your Health
The author explains, on the basis of his own experiences, how it is possible to lose weight, to realize fitness and get good health. - December 23, 2014 - Manfred Popp
New Study Shows Personal Budget a Key New Year's Resolution for Charlotteans
Local Financial Expert Offers Tips for Conquering Resolution in 2015. - December 18, 2014 - Hobart Financial Group
Lombardia Properties Releases New Inventory of Turn-Key Income Properties with Immediate Cash Flow for Investors
Lombardia Properties, a leader in Turn-key Income Properties and Strategic Fix & Flip Investment Opportunities, announced today the release of the New Inventory of Turn-Key Income Properties. The properties provide immediate cash flow for investors seeking to benefit from Lombardia’s industry leading, proven-track record of success of providing better yields, more diversity, and less risk rental property investment opportunities. - December 06, 2014 - Lombardia
Dementia Epidemic Drives Growth
Dementia Society of America Announces New Members to Board of Directors. - December 01, 2014 - Dementia Society of America
"Status Quo" May Cost Bergen County / NJ Residents on Medicare More Out of Their Pocket for 2015
PAAD - Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled Income limit: less than $26,130 (single), less than $32,037 (married); Senior Gold - Income limit: between $26,130 and $36,130 (single), between $32,037 and $42,037 (married); Patient Assistance Program Eligibility Criteria and Medicare Part D http://www.rxassist.org/docx/medicare-and-paps - November 28, 2014 - Absolute Insurance Management, LLC
Hobart Financial Group Adds Jobs, Experiences Growth
Local financial advisory firm, Hobart Financial Group, announced today the addition of several new roles to its firm headquartered in Ballantyne. Corey Sunstrom and Melissa Colley have joined as associate advisors and Karen Holland has entered into a strategic partnership with Hobart. “With... - November 26, 2014 - Hobart Financial Group
Study Shows Financial Health Ranks High on Charlotteans' "Thankful" List
Local Financial Advisor Provides Checklist to Help Identify Risk Areas & Maintain That Security - November 26, 2014 - Hobart Financial Group
Need-a-Speech.com, the Online Irish Speech Web Site Announces a New Range of Retirement Speeches for 2015
Announcing the availability of the new retirement speeches, Irish speechwriter, Robert Hayes-McCoy says that "At this time of the year both retirement speeches and after-dinner speeches are in popular demand in the US market. Therefore, the new retirement speech selection available to download... - November 23, 2014 - need-a-speech.com
Saving the Goldfish Tavern is a True Community Project
The group trying to re-open Tacoma’s iconic 1933 tavern in Pt Defiance has turned to the local community using social media to map out its future. The Defiant Goldfish is letting them choose everything from the new name and layout of the bar stools, to what kind of games it will have and where to put the bar. - November 15, 2014 - The Defiant Goldfish
Torrid Tech Explains Why New Gov’t Policy is a Green Light for Advisors to Increase Annuity Options in Retirement Plans
Torrid Technologies, a retirement planning software company, breaks down the government financial technobabble and explains to advisors how new U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service policy changes allow them to increase their client’s annuities and why consumers should consider this option. - November 08, 2014 - Torrid Technologies
Safety in Mission, Texas? It’s Safer Than Most Large Metropolitan Cities
Safety in Mission, Texas is a concern that many visitors have in mind. Well, safer than Honolulu, The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Mission, Texas as the 13th safest city in America! - October 30, 2014 - The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce
Torrid Technologies Top Retirement Planning FYI for Generation Millennial
Torrid Technologies, a retirement planning Software Company, provides alternative millennial generation retirement planning approach; countering popular Pogo-Stick article. - October 29, 2014 - Torrid Technologies
Aging American Population Raises Expectations for Health Services and Surgeries by 2020, According to Arizona Orthopedic Surgeons
With more than 60 million Americans over the age of 55 today and 3.5 million more turning 55 each year, the need for age-related health services and surgeries will increase dramatically by 2020. Bone and joint-related treatments will be at the forefront of that increased need. In the United... - October 28, 2014 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Atlantic Beach Country Club is Nearing Completion
You can feel the excitement in Atlantic Beach Country Club, as this unique coastal community nears completion. Residents, members and buyers have been keeping a steady eye on the progress as this beautiful and rare community comes to life. Atlantic Beach Country Club is currently the only 18-hole golf course under construction near an ocean in the United States. - October 28, 2014 - Atlantic Beach Country Club
Gulf Coast Resident Comes Out of Retirement to Help with the 2015 St. Jude Dream Home
80 year old Andy Vitali from Andy’s Iron works in Long Beach, Mississippi, retired as a true craftsman in the ironworks business. In hopes of helping raise one million dollars for the St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Andy came out of retirement to work on a special project for the 2015 Dream Home. - October 23, 2014 - Elliott Homes LLC
Torrid Technologies Lists Top Three Most Common Mistakes When Planning for Retirement
Torrid Technologies, a retirement planning Software Company, reveals its top three commonly observed consumer mistakes when attempting to comprehensively plan for retirement and how to avoid them. - October 12, 2014 - Torrid Technologies
Torrid Technologies Unveils New Report for Consumers; Cautioning Them to Beware of Legislative IRA Taxation Talks
Torrid Technologies, retirement planning Software Company, unveils report on recent Senate Finance Committee hearing, where Committee Chair pushed to have IRA taxation on reform agenda. - September 26, 2014 - Torrid Technologies
Senior Expo at Fullerton YMCA in October
California Seniors Expo coming to Fullerton YMCA on October 11. Free Admission, health screenings, drug collection, Document shredding and much more. - September 12, 2014 - California Seniors Expo
Computers for Boomers More Popular Than Ever
A Plus Senior Computer, the oldest and largest producer of computers for seniors, announced their biggest quarter ever. With over a decade of experience working with seniors on the computer, A Plus continues to grow with the ever increasing retirement of boomers. With ten thousand boomers retiring... - August 06, 2014 - Computer Tutor Plus, Inc
Institute of Business & Finance Announces a New CIS™ Designee - Joyce Blonskij
Joyce Blonskij - Certified Income Specialist provides the knowledge needed to create a plan designated to provide a steady stream of income to clients on a regular basis, using conventional as well as unconventional methods. To obtain this designation the following requirements must be met: 2,000 hours or more work experience in the financial services industry or a bachelor’s degree for an accredited college or university. Candidate must complete a self-study program of six modules in 15 weeks. - August 05, 2014 - Blonskij Financial Services, Inc.
Denver Senior Law Day on July 19 at Denver Mart
The 2014 Annual Denver Senior Law Day offers the public the opportunity to hear from experienced attorneys and other professionals involved in elder care issues, with 33 different workshops. This event is not only for seniors, but for adult children and caregivers who are helping aging parents and relatives. Attendee are also available to meet with an attorney at the “Ask-A-Lawyer” Session, a free 15-minute meeting with an attorney to ask about Elder Law issues. Info at www.seniorlawday.org. - June 26, 2014 - Denver Senior Law Day
Spunky Seniors Club Finds Getting Noticed the Right Way and by the Right People is Essential for Success
In a Catch 22 - June 12, 2014 - Spunky Seniors Club
Venice Shores Realty Wins 2014 Business of the Year in Venice Florida
Venice Shores Realty was awarded the 2014 Business of the Year Award for the medium sized business category by the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented on May 28, 1014 at the Plantation Golf and Country Club in front of a record attendance. According to the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, “a panel of three judges in each category determined the winners based on company goals, community involvement, customer service, and employee improvement.” - June 09, 2014 - Gulf Shores Realty
Pet Partners® Welcomes New President / CEO
Pet Partners, a leader in promoting the health benefits of the human-animal bond, is excited to announce that Catherine “Annie” Magnant is their new President and CEO. A visionary leader, strategic thinker and exceptional communicator, Magnant brings more than 20 years of leadership... - May 27, 2014 - Pet Partners
Come to a Tour of Senior Communities in the Triangle
Announcing three upcoming Guided Tours of Senior Communities in the Triangle Area. Durham, Cary/Apex and Raleigh. All tours will begin at 9:30am and will include 4 communities, breakfast and lunch and door prizes! - May 27, 2014 - Choice Connections of North Carolina
Generation X Focuses on Retirement Planning, But Fears Missing Their Financial Goals
Marketing Financial Services to Generation X provides a detailed look at the issues impacting GenX’s views related to investing and financial services. With 88 charts and 30 tables, the results of the survey are segmented by respondent age, gender, geographic region, household income, household size, presence and age of children, and level of educational attainment, providing marketers and planners with insights into the attitudes and actions of this generation ripe for financial services. - May 19, 2014 - 4K Research & Consulting, LLC
New Assisted Living Facility Opens in Orlando
A new Assisted Living Facility has opened in Orlando. The Grand Opening and Open House will be on Thursday, May 8th, 2014. - May 01, 2014 - Wellsprings Residence
Wealth DNA Radio Show Discusses MyRA’s and GRA’s vs IRA’s and 401(k) plans with Teresa Ghilarducci, PhD on April 28, 2014 at 9:00 AM PDT
The Wealth DNA radio show will have Teresa Ghilarducci, PhD as the featured guest on April 28, 2014 at 9:00 AM PDT (12 noon EDT). The show will focus on MyRA's and GRA's vs. IRA's and 401(k) plans. - April 21, 2014 - Wealth DNA radio
Ohio Department of Aging Survey Ranks Anna Maria of Aurora 3rd Highest in State
Ohio nursing home and assisted living facility residents rated their facilities highly in an Ohio Department of Aging survey released today. Several nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Northeast Ohio made the top 24 list, according to resident opinion of care there. - April 02, 2014 - Anna Maria of Aurora
Senior Survival Source Debuts on “Money 105.5FM” Radio
New Sacramento area radio program designed to help adult children of aging parents. Senior Survival Source officially debuts on Money105.5 FM KSAC Radio at 8:00AM Friday mornings. This is a new senior advocacy “talk-radio” program in which they will interview various guests with expertise in senior care planning and ever changing senior care issues. - March 21, 2014 - Senior Helpers Sacramento - Placer Counties
Elios Financial Group’s Jim Elios Named 2014 Cleveland Five Star Wealth Manager
Elios Financial Group announced today that James T. Elios, MBA, CHFC©, CLU©, was named a recipient of the 2014 Cleveland Five Star Wealth Manager award. Award winners appear in a special section in the March issue of Cleveland Magazine and Inside Business. This is the second year in a row... - March 15, 2014 - Elios Financial Group, Inc.