June is Elderly Awareness Month. Research has shown that for older adults, volunteering can be an important mechanism for meeting new people, extending connections and ensuring long-term mental health and agility. The Doing Good Is Good For You survey found that those who give their time to a cause reported a greater sense of […]
Read MoreMany South African over-60s, who are still in their homes, are exploring alternative options for accommodation in retirement. There are several big questions around retirement when it comes to housing/accommodation: Should we be downsizing? Where are we going to live? Where will I live if my health deteriorates? Signs that it could be […]
Read MoreIn the first part of the series “The unique challenges of Retirement”, You’ve Earned It looked at the retirement age. In this article, the second part of this series, YEI looks at working in retirement. Challenge #2 – Working in retirement With 94% of South Africans having to look at ways in […]
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Much as we may be looking forward to the third stage of our lives, retirement brings with it several challenges. Over the next few weeks, You’ve Earned It will look at the key challenges and important issues facing retirees in South Africa today. We will also tackle possible solutions to these challenges. Many wannabe […]
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