ERIC_NO:
ED400370
TITLE:
Focus Your Future: A Woman's Guide to Retirement Planning.
PUBLICATION_DATE:
1991
ABSTRACT:
This guidebook addresses retirement planning for midlife women. Section 1 presents the woman an opportunity to assess herself today in terms of
the roles she plays in various aspects of her life and in her relationships
with others. It asks her to consider some of her plans, dreams, and things
she would like to do in an ideal retirement situation. It also discusses
her opportunities to work, travel, continue her education, and volunteer
in her community. Section 2 discusses common health concerns of midlife
women and wellness strategies to pursue now that will work toward good
health later. Section 3 discusses various aspects of financial planning.
It presents the "three-legged stool" of a secure retirement: savings and
investments, Social Security, and pension benefits. The section concludes
with a review of the different kinds of insurance midlife women should
consider. Section 4 examines legal concerns including estate planning,
divorce or marriage, and discrimination in the workplace. Section 5 discusses
housing options for older women, including home ownership, apartment tenancy,
and lifetime care communities. Section 6 describes the issues and concerns
associated with caring for an aging spouse or parent. A comprehensive
questionnaire about one's retirement plans is provided at the end. Appendixes
include a 24-item bibliography, a list of 32 recommended resources, names
and addresses of 10 organizations, and a list of other resources. (YLB)
MAJOR_DESCRIPTORS:
Females; Middle Aged Adults; Preretirement Education; Retirement;
MINOR DESCRIPTORS:
Age Discrimination; Fringe Benefits; Life Events; Long Range Planning; Midlife Transitions; Money Management; Physical Health; Retirement Benefits;
PUBLICATION_TYPE:
055