Remodel Your Current Home With Retirement in Mind

Upgrade with universal-design features that will help you as you age. It's all about convenience now, and saving money and safety later.

Preventing the Crime of the 21st Century

A group of national organizations is coming together November 10 to provide information and advice to callers about financial abuse of the elderly.

The Sandwich Generation: Caught in the Middle

Today’s sandwich generation is squeezed between grown kids who can’t find work and elderly parents who need care.

4 Ways for the Sandwich Generation to Help Their Parents

Anatomy of a Financial Scam on the Elderly

A client of Kiplinger columnist Steve Goldberg was conned out of $1.3 million.

Fundamental Advice for Weathering Market Volatility

Financial advice that sounds simple is often difficult to execute because of our mental baggage.

5 Ways to Age in Place

Communities nationwide are experimenting with housing options and services to help seniors live independently and stay in their own homes.

New Reverse Mortgage Hits the Market

Senior homeowners will get less money from the new federally backed loan product, but they will also pay less in fees.

Tax-Friendly Places to Retire

The financial climate is more pleasant in some states than in others.

The Long-Distance Caregiver

Hire a care manager or assemble a network of helpers if your parent lives far away.

Where to Find Local Resources for Senior Care

Keep Your Eye on Mom From Afar

Monitoring technology provides peace of mind.

Hiring a Caregiver Can Be Taxing

When you hire a care provider, you take on the role of employer -- taxes, insurance and all.

Care for the Caregiver

Serving as a family caregiver is stressful, and it's easy to forget to take care of yourself.

Finding the Right Caregiver Takes Work

Locating the right caregiver can be daunting.

Finding a Home Aide Can Be a Challenge

Locating a competent home health aide can be a daunting exercise. Here's how to do it.