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Sun., Jan. 27, 2019
Millennials to overtake boomers in 2019 as largest U.S. population group
Sometime this year, the millennial generation – those born from 1981 to 1996 – will overtake baby boomers as the largest adult population group in the United States, according to …
UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 6, 2017
Baby boomers, not millennials, have influenced auto industry and still do
With advanced technology and designs catering to this demographic, boomers will influence our rides long past when they hang up their key chains.
Mon., Jan. 30, 2017
Steve Brown: Homebuilders are betting on baby boomers to be big buyers
The U.S. housing industry is ready to sell it to baby boomers.
Sun., Jan. 22, 2017
How to prevent back pain as you grow older
As people get into their 50s, their backs often start to hurt.
Mon., Jan. 9, 2017
54-year-old medical student living her dream
Suzanne Watson couldn’t help but laugh when she received her AARP card and her acceptance letter from Wake Forest School of Medicine in the same week at the age of …
Sun., Jan. 1, 2017
Couple celebrates 35th anniversary with unusual gift: His-and-hers hearing aids
Couple gets His and Hers hearing aids for 35th anniversary.
Sat., Sept. 10, 2016
75 percent of Americans plan to work in retirement
When it comes to retirement, a whopping 75 percent of Americans say they plan to work “as long as possible” in retirement, according to a new report from Bankrate.com.
Tue., Dec. 1, 2015
Robert J. Samuelson: Patient millennials optimistic about future
Boomers were raised in a much healthier economy, and won’t let go of their benefits.
Sat., Nov. 14, 2015
Harrop: Don’t blame boomers for all woes
Belonging to a single generation does not mean single-mindedness.
Mon., March 31, 2014
Caregivers receive honors for compassion, skills, dedication
Arlene Carver didn’t know she loved taking care of people until her mom needed her attention and assistance. Yet she needed a job to pay the bills, so she became …
Mon., March 24, 2014
Cyclists promote active lifestyles by embarking on cross-country trip
It’s a race for all time as dozens of elderly Spokane assisted living residents keep pace with three baby boomer women pedaling 4,305 miles across the United States – all …
Mon., March 24, 2014
Counselor gives seniors mental health attention they need
For many seniors who lived through the Depression, two world wars and the volatile 20th century, talking about their problems isn’t popular. These generations don’t blab every little detail on …
Mon., March 24, 2014
Free classes offer help for nonpaid caregivers
Family members who are caring for loved ones are invited to attend a six-week class on how to deal with stress, prioritization, family communication and planning. Participants must register for …
Mon., March 10, 2014
Adventure-loving boomers give boost to motorcycle industry
Motorcyclists have their own gang: baby boomers. On a nice, sunny day this spring, when you hear a bike rev, it’s more likely to be an older white man who …
Mon., March 3, 2014
Buyers beware of long-term care insurance
Vera Gunnarson sat in her Seattle-area home recently, pouring through a neat file of long-term-care insurance papers. The oldest was signed in 1994, when Gunnarson was 61. “I probably should …
Mon., Feb. 10, 2014
Turning 50: Keith Erickson hits birthday in stride
When the AARP membership application appeared in Keith Erickson’s Coeur d’Alene mailbox, he threw it in the trash. Another application arrived the next week, then another in the days before …
Mon., Jan. 27, 2014
Common bonds
As many men age, they realize something is missing in life. Often this epiphany is sparked by a collapsing marriage, unfulfilling career or shortage of friends. Perhaps the children are …
Mon., Jan. 20, 2014
Phased retirement programs soften landing
MUSCATINE, Iowa – There is an oft-told story about what happens when a worker at the Stanley Consultants engineering firm decides to retire. “They say you have the retirement party …
Thu., Jan. 16, 2014
Annie’s Mailbox: Work on clutter hour at a time
Dear Annie: In the past five years, my parents, in-laws and an uncle passed away. My uncle lived in the same house for 40 years and kept everything. I took …
Mon., Jan. 13, 2014
Boomers reap the rewards of senior discounts
Russ Nobbs and his wife enjoyed some of their most memorable dinner dates thanks to a local senior discount. Sometimes they dined on baked salmon or opted for a nice …
Mon., Jan. 6, 2014
Prime Timers ski groups get together for fun, fitness
Every Monday in the winter, Suzie Ferguson and her girlfriends spend the day skiing at Lookout Pass. They grab lunch and a beer — or two — with their other …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Options don’t have to drop off after 50
Soon after Bill Yeardley (his name has been changed to protect his identity) turned 55, he was fired by the contractor company for which he had worked the past eight …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Patrick O’Conner, 73, weight loss/life rejuvenation
Think of Patrick O’Conner as an older brother with a message for the baby boomers who are resolved to getting old and harbor a malaise for life and relationships: change …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Patti Godwin, 60, epic river paddle
Patti Godwin wanted a monumental celebration for her 60th birthday. So she paddled her heavy red kayak 400 miles down the middle third of the Columbia River, from the Canadian …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Meal programs help seniors feed pets, too
LOS ANGELES – If Meals on Wheels didn’t deliver donated dog food, Sherry Scott of San Diego says her golden retriever Tootie would be eating the pasta, riblets and veggie …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Three individuals who embraced big changes offer inspiration for bold resolutions
Here’s a look at how a few area baby boomers defied the concept of “old age” and went big and bold in 2013 with adventures of a lifetime. Their advice …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Walking in place good for strength, endurance
We all slow down as we get older, but that certainly doesn’t mean we should let ourselves waste away. If you’ve hit the midcentury mark, there’s a way you can …
Mon., Dec. 30, 2013
Calories from extra holiday treats far from harmless
This is for all of you over the age of 50 – especially the men. If you don’t want your belly to balloon over the winter, especially during the holidays, …
Sun., Dec. 29, 2013
Crisis looms in developed world as workers age
A global retirement crisis is bearing down on workers of all ages. Spawned years before the Great Recession and the 2008 financial meltdown, the crisis was significantly worsened by those …
Sun., Dec. 29, 2013
Retirement and pensions: A look back
Work until you die – or until you can’t work anymore. Until the late 19th century, that was the old-age plan for the bulk of the world’s workers.