Baby Boomers and Addictions
My Baby Boomer friends drink. All of them. But it’s beer and wine, typically for dinner or occasions like the “19th hole.” I honestly don’t know anyone who…
Health
Tips and discussion about Baby Boomer health issues and expenses.
Every Boomer Needs a Disaster Kit
In 1989, my girlfriend (now my wife) and I resided in Silicon Valley when the Loma Prieta earthquake (a 6.9!) hit. The initial quake was strong and over the next few days, there…
Flu Season Hitting Baby Boomers Hard!
Baby Boomers are being hit particularly hard by the flu this year. The CDC reports: In fact, the highest rate of hospitalization was among those over 65, but people aged 50 to 64…
Baby Boomers and Our Pets
I would guess that most Baby Boomers have a pet or two. Pets make good companions for empty nesters. They become our surrogate children. Whether it’s evening walks with the…
Death with Dignity Option is Popular Among Baby Boomers
Among the Baby Boomer generation, an informal poll indicates that “Death with Dignity” is a popular option. That doesn’t mean that all Boomers would elect to…
Long-Term Care is a Ticking Time Bomb for Baby Boomers
Baby Boomers are living longer and enjoying more good health than their parents. But sooner or later, most of us will likely need long-term care. And let’s face it –…
For Boomers, Good Health is Everything!
Upon entering their sixties, having good health starts to dominate Baby Boomer thinking. Enjoyable retirement depends on being able to perform activities, such as travel,…
Baby Boomer Wellness, Aging and Beauty
The Basics of Aging Well As we age, it is important to our well-being to feel good about ourselves. That means taking care of one’s self, both physically and mentally. Diet,…