at the University of Massachusetts Boston
Gerontology Institute estimates cited: How much money baby boomers actually need to save for retirement
Professor Jan Mutchler presents study on how the city's Dept. of Elder Services can better serve its aging population
to the Editorial Board of the Journal of Transport and Health, an international journal from the UK.
Osher Foundation notes "Standards of Excellence"
Article on challenges faced by senior centers seeing an influx of senior citizens cites a Gerontology Institute report
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Lacking pensions. Professor Frank Porell co-authored study showing dire financial situation for seniors without pensions
Professor Maxi Szinovacz comments on couples spending more time together in retirement
Associate Professor Elizabeth Dugan comments on rules that could define unsafe drivers
Article on study coauthored by Assistant Professor Pamela Nadash
Professor Frank Porell is quoted in this article on how seniors decide when to retire, which references a study he conducted
With more older drivers hitting America's roads every day, loved ones and lawmakers alike face the dilemma of whether -- or when
The odds are your spouse won't feel the same way you do about when to retire. A recent study by Fidelity Investments found that
The Elder Index is a measure of the income that older adults need to meet their basic needs and age in place independently.
ABC Online News, June 22, 2011
Rate setting for nursing homes is enormously complex. See our website for information to promote consumer involvement.
Christian Weller authored this article on the potential economic fate of retirees.
People generally don’t like risk, but they tolerate it. They often try to protect themselves from economic risk.
Citizenship status associated with home ownership among older Mexican-Americans
Professor Jan Mutchler comments on CNN.com
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