In And Out Of Love: Relationship Consequences As You Get Older
September 4, 2019
For some, that old adage, “can’t live with them, can’t live without them” captures the dilemma of a long marriage. While years of marriage may bring comfort and intimacy, for many, the decades together can lead to pain and misery. So much so that “gray divorce” continues to be on…
After The Hearse, Don’t Be A Purse Or A Nurse! By Kathleen Rehl
July 16, 2019
When I was widowed at age 60, another woman gave me great advice. She told me that after her husband died, she was careful not to get serious about anybody who “wanted me to be a purse for them or their nurse!” She was right! When I…
Dollar For Dollar: Determining Your Financial Strategy As A New Widow
May 1, 2019
Ladies, you probably need no reminders that due to longer life spans, women are more likely than men to lose a spouse. Experiencing loss is heartbreaking and traumatic. On top of grieving, it can be overwhelming to deal with such new “life logistics” as investments and other money matters. Because…
Rough Waters: The Impact Of Dementia On Marriages
January 30, 2019
It’s common enough these days for older couples to find themselves divorcing. In fact, the rate of divorce among those over 50 doubled between 1990 and 2010. Divorce at this stage of life can have a profound impact on each spouse, as well as on the extended family of adult…
Love And Loss: Facing Finances When A Spouse Dies
January 9, 2019
You may not realize it but 1.4 million women become widows each year. For most, it’s likely the most tumultuous and devastating occurrence in their lives. And for many older women, it’s also the first time in their lives that they truly need to grapple with the family finances. In…
Speed Dial: Dating As An Older Person
December 12, 2018
For many of us, dating was never a fun experience. But for those who have reached “a certain age,” the question may become, why even bother? Statistics show that being single may be the new normal for those who have reached their 50s, 60s or beyond without a spouse or…