The past two years have been particularly challenging, with the COVID lockdowns preventing families from gathering to mourn and celebrate their loved ones in a personal and proper manner. Let Stephens Funeral Home Help You Plan Your Story. Continue reading A Life Well-Lived Is a Story Worth Sharing
Now that you’ve settled well into your 50s, life is starting to look very different. Continue reading Things You Should Think About After Turning 50
There are many times in life when we ask ourselves if it is time to turn the page on a chapter of our lives or not. This may include where to go to college, when to take a new job, and in the final stages of life when to move out of your home and into a senior living environment. Continue reading Lehigh Valley Seniors Ask, “Should I Stay or Go?”
Regardless of age, estate planning is important as soon as you acquire property. It becomes even more critical after your 50s because you don’t want the fruits of your labor to go down the drain. Unfortunately, most people are hesitant about discussing this crucial matter. As a result, 60% of Americans do not have estate plans or wills. Moreover, only 53% of those between 50 and 64 have a will. That underscores the urgent need to proactively engage in estate planning to protect your estate and your loved ones’ financial well-being. Here are four estate planning tips for after your 50s. Continue reading 4 Important Estate Planning Tips After Your 50s
Aging is a natural part of life that we all have to embrace. As we get older, we start to shed some of our responsibilities and focus on future concerns and arrangements. One such consideration is senior living arrangements. These can be difficult to think about because they usually involve leaving your home or local community. Nobody wants to say goodbye to the people they’ve grown so accustomed to, but it can be necessary at times due to financial or medical reasons. Continue reading When Is a Good Time To Make Senior Living Arrangements?
Making sure your family and other loved ones are protected financially in the event of your death is an essential priority for many people. One way to do this is through life insurance; however, your policy may not provide enough coverage. Continue reading Life Insurance Riders: What They Are and Why You May Need Them
Bringing our own or a loved one’s life stories, memories, and past to the forefront yields many significant, valuable benefits, both from a health standpoint and for family connectivity purposes. Continue reading The Many Benefits of Telling Our Stories
Elder law and estate planning serve two different—but equally vital—functions. The main
difference is that elder law is focused on preserving your assets during your lifetime, while estate
planning concentrates on what happens to your assets after you die. Continue reading What Is the Difference Between Elder Law and Estate Planning?
Growing older is not a solo journey—traveling companions often include infirmities and other gradual or sudden changes. How you welcome these additional “gifts” is up to you. Continue reading Old Age Doesn’t Come Alone
For many people, retiring at age 50 is a dream characterized by a life full of leisure and adventure. However, this milestone requires careful financial planning to ensure a safe and comfortable future. Continue reading Navigating the Waters: Financial Considerations When Retiring in Your Fifties