Fraud Alert: The Newest Scams Using The IRS, Census And Social Security
February 26, 2020
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know it’s both tax prep season and the start of the upcoming 2020 US census. Given that both of these activities involve you handing over personal data to 3rd parties, it’s also a perfect opportunity for scammers to fraudulently take advantage of…
Tongue-Tied: Hard Conversations With Aging Parents
February 19, 2020
For anyone with an older parent, hard conversations may be in your future: about money, housing options, caregiving responsibilities and even about relationships. These conversations are difficult enough when everyone agrees. But they can become heated and fraught with tension if there’s disagreement or if your parent has diminished decision-making…
The Newest agebuzz Post On Lustre: Should Your Looks Define Successful Aging?
February 5, 2020
In case you’re not aware, Lustre is a wonderful new platform for modern women creating a modern retirement experience. Sign up to receive the latest news from Lustre here. And what follows is the latest post written by agebuzz founder and editor Connie Zuckerman for Lustre. Want to know…
Getting By With A Little Help From Your Friends
February 5, 2020
By agebuzz contributing editor Julie Buyon Asking for Help EVERYBODY needs a little help now and then, even a Powerhouse Patient. Sometimes it can be small things, like making chicken soup, changing the linens, walking the dog or sometimes larger things, like note-taking at a doctor’s appointment,…
Senior Snub: Fashion Companies Ignore Older Shoppers At Their Peril
January 15, 2020
The fashion industry has always been a younger person’s arena, to the point where controversy has surfaced about how young (and skinny) fashion models have become. Even though there are always women who break the ceiling on the “acceptable” age and look of fashion trendsetters, the industry as a whole…
“That’s A Great Question!” – Get the Most Out of Your Doctor’s Appointment by Julie Buyon
January 7, 2020
By agebuzz Contributing Editor Julie Buyon Like much of everything in life, a little preparation goes a long way when going to the doctor. You wouldn’t go to a job interview, take a test, or host a party without preparation, and the same certainly holds true for getting the most out…