An estimated 25% of Americans aged 65 and up are long-term users of opioids.* And not too long ago the number of opioid-related hospitalizations of seniors has jumped 34%.** We are the under-recognized demographic of the opioid crisis. For some, taking opioids is essential to living with pain.
What the Scary Statistics Don’t Tell You
Lions and Tigers and Bears! The statistics on seniors’ health issues are frightening! In the US, it’s estimated that every second of every day an older adult falls, leading to disability and even death. BUT the numbers aren’t the whole story. In fact, there’s good news to share, new strategies
How in the World Did I End Up Here?
The milestones in our lives--such as anniversaries--are great times to reflect on "How In The World Did I End Up Here?" After marking 2 years of producing podcasts, Carol Larson looks back at the revelations in her life and retirement that helped bring about the birth of RetireeRebels.com
The Big Leap: Retirement’s First Year
The Big Leap New retirees have high expectations. Free from work and the daily grind, many believe life will immediately be wonderful! But often, it's not. In today's podcast, Carol talks about how those high expectations can sometimes clash with the reality of this huge life transition.
Ageism and Health: What do you believe?
If there is one thing the majority of seniors could do to live longer and healthier lives, it is this: Stop Believing You’re OLD. A slew of studies show how acceptance of ageist stereotypes from the culture and our individual belief systems can shorten and sour our later years. Want more
What? Not Again!
Retirees learn early that reinventing yourself is part of this new stage of life, transitioning from what you once were to who you are now, incorporating all the latest changes. But over and over again? Unfortunately, yes. As Carol Larson recently found out much to her disappointment.
Boredom can kill you
Bored to Death? You spent all this time and effort getting to retirement, just to take it easy for a change. Suddenly you realize you're bored. How'd that happen? Maybe the old model of retirement doesn't suit you because it's BORING. Worse yet, that old model can make you sick, even kill
Can You See Me Now?
One of the reasons retirees feel "invisible" in the world is because the commercial marketplace ignores us. Product ads and media programs reflect American values, and people of age are (generally) not valued. Which is illogical to the max! In this essay Carol Larson talks about the enormous