Retirement

Survey: Nurses report high sense of job security, low confidence in ability to retire

September 16, 2011

A majority of nurses are satisfied with their job security and finances, but worry about their retirement plans, according to a new survey.

Senators act to save retirement savings funds

May 19, 2011

Sen. Herb Kohl (D-WI) and Sen. Mike Enzi (R-WY) announced legislation Wednesday that aims to protect Americans' retirement savings.

Retirees' long-term care risk management plans may not be realistic, actuaries find

March 25, 2011

Planning for long-term care continues to be a major concern for many facing retirement, but their risk-management plans need some improvement, according to a new report from the Society of Actuaries.

Study ranks Americans' readiness for retirement

December 14, 2010

Who's ready for retirement? Try those living in Minneapolis, Raleigh-Durham, NC, and Nashville. Who's not? Denizens of Orlando, Indianapolis and Los Angeles.

Nursing home association looking for 'powerful' leader, as search to replace retiring CEO Yarwood heats up

May 11, 2010

The nation's largest nursing home organization is stepping up its efforts to find a new leader. A committee of about 15 people has been named to assist search firm Russell Reynolds Associates. Their goal is to find a suitable replacement for Bruce Yarwood, who will retire later this year as the president and CEO of the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living.

Retirees face average of $250,000 in medical bills during retirement

March 26, 2010

Married seniors planning to retire this year may face $250,000 in medical bill over the course of their retirement. That does not include long-term care or nursing home costs, according to a study by Fidelity Investments.

Study: Positive outlook, sociability decrease dementia risk

January 26, 2009

A life filled with a carefree attitude and social activity could help reduce the risk of developing dementia in old age, new research suggests.

Housing crisis hitting seniors, assisted living providers

November 25, 2008

Seniors who can't sell their homes due to the housing and financial crises are feeling trapped because they cannot afford to move into assisted living or retirement communities, according to a news report.

More U.S. seniors enjoying golden years south of border

November 18, 2008

A burgeoning market for assisted living and senior living facilities in Mexico is drawing retirement-age baby boomers, according to The Dallas Morning News.