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Posted on April 3, 2025 - Picking the right person to take care of your affairs after you’re gone is one of the most important decisions in estate planning. This person, called an executor, makes sure your will is followed, pays off any remaining debts from your remaining assets, and distributes your remaining assets according to your instructions. Because this is such a big responsibility, you’ll want to choose someone who is trustworthy, organized, and up for the job. Here’s what you should consider when deciding who to name as your executor.

Posted on April 1, 2025 - ‘Grandpas’ got together to help kids. Scientists say it boosts the elders’ health, too.

Posted on March 27, 2025 - It sure seems like a lot more things require us to enter our phone numbers—ordering a pizza, making a doctor’s appointment, or even signing up for a yoga class. So it’s not surprising when our phone numbers end up being used in fraudulent schemes. If you’ve noticed an increase in strange text messages claiming you’ve won a prize, owe money, or need to verify personal information—you’re not alone. Text message scams, also known as smishing (a combination of “SMS” and “phishing”), are on the rise, and scammers are getting more sophisticated. These messages can be dangerous, often leading to fraud, identity theft, or financial loss.

Posted on March 25, 2025 - I’m 90 and I interviewed 150 people in old age—here are 5 ‘unexpected’ truths about getting older

Posted on March 20, 2025 - Aging means accepting changes in our bodies. Sometimes changes happen quickly, due to an illness or accident. People can become disabled at any age, for a variety of reasons. But sometimes these changes happen gradually, making it difficult to recognize when extra support could improve daily life by assisting mobility and decreasing chronic pain.