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Weekly Roundup: Top News for Older Adults – December 16, 2023
Are you aging well? Here are the 7 signs geriatricians look for in older adults:

More Americans over 65 are working — here's why:
Last year, the typical 65+ worker earned $22 an hour, up from $13 (in 2022 dollars) in 1987. That's about $3 less than the average for those ages 25-64, and the number includes wages of full- and part-time workers. The 65+ age group is a fast-growing one — by 2032 all the baby boomers will be in this category.
A Dentist Reveals What Happens to Your Teeth as You Get Older:
A healthy smile helps us live long, well, and happy lives. But just like our bodies, our teeth succumb to age-related changes. So, what happens to teeth as you age? And what can you do to ensure your smile lasts the distance? Discover More by Clicking HERE.
Are you aging well? Here are the 7 signs geriatricians look for in older adults:
Aging well consists of three different components. Those components are physical well-being, emotional connection, and mental support. When all those elements are in place, a healthy, happy, rewarding life is the result. And the following seven factors are an indication that you’re taking all the right steps.
How to Make Your Business Outlive You:
Losing the founder or long-time owner of an enterprise can leave the business adrift and shatter family relationships, but it doesn’t have to be that way. A common misconception among small business owners is that succession planning is only necessary for larger corporations. Smaller enterprises are more vulnerable to sudden changes in leadership. Having a succession plan in place safeguards the business against unforeseen circumstances and provides a clear roadmap for the future.
These pros help keep ailing, aging loved ones safe — but it's a costly service:
Caring for an older person can be tough, especially if they have complex conditions and you're an adult child living hours away. Private care management is a word-of-mouth business that's been growing over the past few decades to meet some of the challenges of modern caregiving. None of this is cheap, care managers charge anywhere from $100 to $300 an hour, depending on their location and experience.
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