The New York Times has several suggestions for what to call older adults who start their own businesses: Silver entrepreneurs. Senior entrepreneurs. Third-age entrepreneurs. No matter the label. The important fact is that more adults are taking a stab at self employment deep into their twilight years. A recent Times article headlined “In Life’s Second Act, Some […]

Already up to speed on your Volunteering 101? Here are some leads for getting started:
Health
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
What They Do: Run fundraising events to raise money for cystic fibrosis research
How You Can Help: Assist with the planning and execution of fundraising events
Skills and Training: None
Time Commitment: Varies
1-800-FightCF
National MS Society
What They Do: Fundraise to support […]

The amazing Studs Terkel, now age 94, has just published his 16th book in paperback. Its subhead Adventures of an Eclectic Disc Jockey (The New Press; $16.95), is certainly the right word for a man whose enthusiasms run the gamut from Ravi Shankar’s sitar to Louis Armstrong’s coronet. But “disc jockey” is far too […]

Moving a parent into the house isn’t just an emotional decision, it’s a financial one, too. After her mother moved in, one woman spent so much time providing care that she couldn’t take big high-paying consulting contracts anymore. Her annual revenue hit: $70,000. And even though she feels she’s doing the right thing, she admits […]

The dating game can be pretty intimidating at any age–especially if you’ve had your share of challenging life experiences (like divorce or death of a spouse). But that’s no reason to sit on the sidelines, say psychologist Judith Sills and Dennie Hughes, author of Dateworthy. The two dating experts were recent guests on the Today […]

It seems all too common these days that we are in search of a new career, either by choice, or by circumstances beyond our control (layoffs, business closures, etc.)
UsNews.com’s Money section offers tips on finding a new career. Here are some highlights:

Tailor your search. Look for employers that value workers over age 50. If a […]

I just finished reading a troubling report The New York Times published this past summer about men–and some women–who have dropped out of the workforce in midlife by choice. The article focuses on people who have taken enough hard knocks in the workplace that they’ve become discouraged and given up on participating in the mainstream […]

The best way to beat the fall blues? Heading to a place where it’s still warm and sunny. And here’s an added perk: On October 6-7, Lionel Ritchie and Styx will perform at the 5th annual Aruba Music Festival. If you book now, Travelocity is offering round trip airfare and hotel packages starting at $779 […]