Community Service for Seniors
Libraries are one of many places that offer volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer opportunities in the area provide retirees with many ways to give back.
You may have left the working world, but that doesn’t mean you have to sever your ties with the community. Many retirees fi nd volunteering is a rewarding experience that not only keeps them physically active, but involved in wonderful causes as well. Read more
Retirement Planning 101
Whether you’re a 20-something just starting a career or a 60-something on the brink of retirement, it’s essential to understand the basics of saving and planning for life beyond the working world.
Planning for retirement involves so much more than deciding at what age you want to take the leap. Money, investments, wills, healthcare options and other factors play a huge role in your future intentions. If you’re not sure where – or when – to begin, financial advisors, estate planners, accountants and attorneys are more than willing to lend a hand. Read more
Warm Hearth Village
Community Spotlight
Residents of WoodsEdge, an active adult community within Warm Hearth, have a home of their own without the hassle of lawn care. The community provides landscape maintenance.
With a 100-year plan in place, drawn up by founder Wybe Kroontje in the 1970s, Warm Hearth Village in Blacksburg constantly looks toward the future, all while taking care of current residents. Read more
Funeral Pre-Planning
Sharing Final Wishes
People of all ages need to add funeral pre-planning to their to-do list.
Death is a tough subject, but people of all ages – not just retirees – need to add funeral pre-planning to their to-do list. It’s the best way to make your wishes known and take care of many funeral expenses. Read more
Comforts of Home
The MedCottage, a portable and modular medical home, contains three rooms: a bedroom, bathroom and kitchen.
Aging is not always an easy aspect of life to face. It can lead to the need for extra assistance or nursing care. But that doesn’t always mean people have to leave their homes. Read more
Semi-Retirement
Semi-retirement has become more than just a buzzword in recent years because more and more semi-retirees are choosing this promising option over retirement. Read more
Travel Smart
Now that you’re approaching or have reached your retirement years, what better time to plan that trip you’ve always wanted to take? Read more
Take Care
Worried about burdening loved ones with caring for you both physically and financially as you age? Home health providers welcome the opportunity to lend a hand in performing daily activities, and long-term care insurance helps you stay covered no matter your life span. Read more
The Role of Medicare
A big part of financial planning involves factoring in health insurance rates. As costs of doctor visits and other procedures continue to rise, a combination of a private insurance through your former employer and Medicare still may not be enough to cover all of your healthcare needs. Read more
Rethinking Retirement
Given the current economy, it’s understandable if you’re anxious about taking the leap into retirement years. Many of the savings in the 401Ks or IRAs you’ve worked so hard for may have taken a hit. Read more
Smart Planning
Get in-the-know on how to save for retirement, ways to preserve your hard-earned dollar and ideal estate planning procedures.
According to Erin Dooley, a financial advisor for Edward Jones in Moneta, seven out of 10 people are not adequately saving for retirement. Read more
Fit For Life
Retirement isn’t just about rest and relaxation. It’s important to remain active, helping both mind and body stay in tip-top shape during your later years. These six tips will guide you in the right direction: Read more