😊 RetireHub Daily 05/19/2024 😊

It is Sunday, May 19th, 2024

Dear RetireHub Daily Readers, we hope you’re waking up to a restful and enjoyable Sunday morning. Enjoy a focus on Community and Connection, plus the usual deals, tips, and trivia. Everything a good Sunday needs! 

On this day in 2018, the British public was treated to a Royal Wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Do you know which NYC-based TV series Meghan used to appear on? Check our trivia at the end to test your knowledge!

Deal of the Day

BLINDS.COM MEMORIAL DAY SALE!

Are you looking for an indoor refresher? A new set of blinds can change the whole feeling of a room. Use coupon code "EARLYACCESS" at checkout to take off as much as an extra 45%!

• Shop the sale

RETIREHUB POLL

An Active Retirement Community is usually a gated, age-restricted (often 55+) retirement community, managed by a company.

Things to think about when choosing an Active Retirement Community

Do you enjoy living where you do? Or are you dreaming of an Active Retirement Community? They aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, but can offer safety, routine, and community for senior folks.

Here’s a quick list of tips to do when choosing an Active Retirement Community:

• Consider Costs—Many retirement communities will have large upfront costs to enter, even if you will be renting rather than owning. Decide on what costs you’re comfortable with first, so you aren’t disappointed.

• Look up neighborhood statistics—you or a family member can research the area online. Even a google search of “[area] crime statistics” can give you valuable information.

• Visit and speak to staff and residents—you can learn a lot about a place by speaking to those who experience it every day. Don’t just take the manager’s word for it, speak to everyone you can.

• Make sure the amenities match your interests—just because a place has great reviews doesn’t mean it’s right for you. Make sure the available activities will bring you your kind of enjoyment in your golden years.

• Ask about future plans—do you want to spend years in a construction site? While improvements and repairs are welcome, make sure you know what you’re in for.

We hope these tips are helpful for you or a loved when when planning your future. Please let us know any other topics that could be useful for your retirement.

Yesterday’s Poll Results - Have you ever tried journaling?

✍️ Almost half (49%) of RetireHub Daily readers are not interested in journaling. That’s fair, it’s not for everyone. For the remaining 51% who either journal or are curious about journaling, we hope yesterday’s tips inspired you!

Thanks to everyone who voted and commented!

Our Favorite Comments:

We love hearing and sharing comments from our polls! While we can’t publish them all, we do read and appreciate every comment.

• “As an adult I have always regretted not keeping journals throughout my life. I have had so many things happen, good and bad, that I just don’t remember anymore. I guess it’s never too late to start.”

• “Never like journaling because I’m a horrible speller.”

• “[Journaling] Doesn’t interest me in the least!!!!!”

WHAT WE’RE READING

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SENIOR LIVING NEWS

Lasting Relationships With Family, Friends, Acquaintances, and Colleagues

In the fast-paced, ever-changing world we live in, lasting relationships have become increasingly precious and vital.

Here’s how different relationships can provide a sense of belonging, security, and personal fulfillment.

• Read the Article

Building Your Full Retirement Decumulation Budget

Decumulation is complicated. No one knows how long they’re going to live. You need a strategy that plans for the longest horizon.

Key Takeaways

•Decumulation planning requires determining your income needs every year through retirement.

•The process is difficult to navigate because there are so many unknowns to plan around.

•Understanding what kind of lifestyle you want, and can afford, in retirement is a great starting point.

• Read the Guide

Longevity Tip of the Day

Replace chip bowls with pepper plates—everyone loves a snack. But those chips we’re used to munching on aren’t good for us (plus, they get stuck in your teeth!). Try replacing chips bowls with washed, sliced, sweet peppers. They taste sweet and refreshing, with a satisfying crunch. Unlike chips, they contain fibre and whole range of longevity-boosting vitamins.

Slang Word of the Day

Slang: Lewks

Meaning: Refers to a person’s or group’s fashion or particular outfit (think “looks” but said in a funny voice).

In a sentence: “I love the lewks at this retirement community!”

GOOD NEWS OF THE DAY

Young Man Helps the Elderly Stay Fit by Giving Them Boxing Lessons–And the Results Are Pure Gold (includes video!)

A 21-year-old is helping the elderly in senior homes stay fit with his boxing lessons that elevate focus and fun.

Bailey-Greetham Clark now travels around Lincolnshire, England, making fitness and sports accessible to schools, hospitals, community centers and senior care homes.

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Herd of Bison Reintroduced in Europe, Helping Climate Change

A recent study that looked at the effects of European bison on the ability of forests in Romania to store carbon found that these large animals have a ‘heroic’ effect.

Bison help forests store more carbon, with conservationists estimating that the herd of 170 bison will help store carbon emissions equal to 54,000 US cars.

• …Read More

RETIREHUB TRIVIA

Our goal is to grow RetireHub to over 1 million members — with this, we’ll have the leverage to get even better discounts from the likes of Netflix, Amazon, and others.

To help incentivize referrals, we’re giving away 12 months of your favorite streaming service for free! Simply forward this email to a friend (and cc [email protected]) and you’ll be entered into the drawing on June 12th! (Maximum $20/month streaming service).

Each additional friend you send the email to will count as an additional entry (25 person max).