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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital launches new “Official Sponsor” Advertising Campaign

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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in White Plains, NY is pleased to announced the launch of its newest advertising campaign, which showcases the instrumental work Burke does in helping patients get back to living the life they love.

For over 100 years, Burke has had one singular goal: to help patients achieve their highest level of independence following a life-changing illness, injury or surgery. To the physicians, therapists, nurses and staff at Burke, a patient is a unique individual not simply a diagnosis.

Over the years, Burke has helped tens of thousands of patients—from a young man who suffered a traumatic brain injury, to a grandmother who experienced a stroke, to a father who recently underwent lifesaving cardiac surgery.

You could say that Burke has been the "Official Sponsor" of many of life's special moments for the past century.

"Our new ‘Official Sponsor’ advertising campaign captures Burke's mission of ensuring every patient makes the fullest possible recovery from illness, injury or surgery.

The new ads illustrate our goal to help patients return to the activities they enjoy following a serious medical condition," says Mary Beth Walsh, M.D., Burke Rehabilitation Hospital's CEO and Executive Medical Director.

“Each Burke patient has a unique story. Prior to experiencing a major medical issue, they enjoyed hiking, coaching little league, cooking for their families and other activities. Our new advertising campaign illustrates how Burke's' intensive rehabilitation programs help get patients back to the lives they love,” says Richard Sgaglio, Burke’s Senior Administrator, Marketing, Communications & Development.

The campaign, which features television commercials, radio spots and print ads, was created by OneCreative in conjunction with Sound Communications, Burke’s advertising agency, both of which are based in Manhattan.

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To view the full “Official Sponsor” advertising campaign, please go to www.burke.org/officialsponsor.

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Wartburg Home Care Your mom loves living in her home, but she can’t care for herself the way she used to…and you can’t always be there.

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At Wartburg, we are committed to ensure those entrusted to our care, and their loved ones, live their best life.

For more information call our Home Care office at 914-278-9131 or visit www.wartburg.org

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Boomers & Beyond would like to wish all of our readers a Happy Father’s Day! For daughters, fathers are the first men they adore and fall in love with.

While for sons, their fathers are the strongest person they know and someone they aspire to emulate.

Even for adult fathers, their dads are someone who they look up to for the most experienced and honest advice that is always in the best of their interest.

Boomers & Beyond would also like to wish all of the grandfathers out there a Happy Father’s Day! We all appreciate you. Thank you for your wisdom and love.

You may have silver in your hair, but you have gold in your heart. You are certainly special, one of a kind.

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at Boomers & Beyond: Have a great day with your family!

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NYP/Hudson Valley Hospital again recognized for highest level of geriatric care Boomers & Beyond - Westchester

The prestigious Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing at New York University College of Nursing has once again given NewYork-Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital its top rating for the care of hospitalized older adults.

Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) recently awarded NYP/Hudson Valley Hospital “Exemplar status” for nursing programs that provide quality care of older adult patients. NYP/HVH was the only hospital in the region to receive this honor.

First designated as a NICHE hospital in February 2011, NYP/Hudson Valley Hospital became one of only nine in the country to earn the Exemplar status distinction in March 2014.

Recently, the hospital received its re-designation as a NICHE Exemplar hospital.

“We are very proud to earn this coveted NICHE rating and be recognized as an organization that cares deeply about our elders,” said John C. Federspiel, the Hospital’s President.

“A nurse-driven program, our NICHE Exemplar status is also the result of the interdisciplinary collaboration of our boardcertified physicians, Magnet nurses, and a highly trained staff, all of whom incorporate best practices, to ensure exemplary geriatric care and treatment,” added A. Bonnie Corbett, Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services.

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by NICHE. Achieving the Exemplar designation indicates a hospital has demonstrated ongoing, high-level dedication to geriatric care and preeminence in the implementation and quality of system-wide interventions and initiatives.

Adults over 65 are the fastest growing age group in the nation, making up 12.9 percent of the population or about 1 in 8 people in the United States. By 2030, estimates are that there will be about 72.1 million older adults, according to U.S. Census data.

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Wartburg honors over 820 years of service at their Annual Years of Service Luncheon PAGE 8

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Wartburg, a leading provider of senior care services in Westchester County, honored 71 employees for their service and dedication at the annual Years of Service Luncheon held recently on their beautiful 34-acre campus.

“We celebrated 71 employees who together represented 820 years of service. What a great testimony to our employees and the value that Wartburg brings as an employer of choice in Westchester County and the Mount Vernon community,” said Dorothea Bell, Executive Vice President of Human Resources at Wartburg.

Awards are given every year to employees for service in increments of five years. One employee received recognition for 40 years of dedicated care to our residents and registrants and the same for 25 years of service.

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Sixteen employees received a gift for 20 years of employment at Wartburg, 12 employees for 15 years and 10 caregivers for 10 years. Wartburg was also honored to recognize 31 employees for five years of care.

Mr. Frank Sciarpelletti, Head Cook in Wartburg’s Dietary Department, celebrated his 40 year anniversary at Wartburg at our Years of Service luncheon. In the past four decades, he has prepared over 6 million meals for residents, registrants, Fall Festival attendees and Wartburg’s participation in the Meals on Wheels program!

“For 40 years Wartburg has been very good to me, I wouldn’t change a thing,” said Mr. Sciarpelletti.

Wartburg also presented the Edgar J. Myers Leadership Award, named for the longtime beloved President of the

(L to R) Chuck Fox, Senior Director of Food Services for Morrison Senior Living, Frank Sciarpelletti, Wartburg Head Cook and David J. Gentner, Wartburg President and CEO, pose with honorary apron presented to Mr. Sciarpelletti for 40 years of dedicated service to Wartburg. provided

Wartburg Foundation and former board member, to Juliet Malcolm, Meadowview Assisted Living’s Wellness Supervisor. Ms. Malcolm, part of the Wartburg family since 2011, was chosen by her peers to receive this prestigious award for her dedication to patients and embodying Wartburg’s mission to nurture body, mind and spirit to those entrusted to our care.

“Wartburg is a service organization, known for generations of caring and dedication to vulnerable populations,” said David J. Gentner, President and CEO of Wartburg. “We’re only as good as our people, and our people are what make Wartburg so special. We’re happy to invest in our employees, and are always grateful when they honor us back with their longtime service.”

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5 great reasons to move to Five Star Premier Residences of Yonkers

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At Five Star Premier Residences of Yonkers, seniors not only live well, they thrive! Your rewarding lifestyle includes all the exceptional amenities you’d want and expect along with entertainment and activities to fill a busy social calendar. Take a peek at 5 reasons you should consider our community for your next move:

1) The Priceless View & Gardens: The Hudson River stretches out from nearly every angle of Five Star’s elegant highrise apartments giving residents an extraordinary view. This is only matched by the beautifully landscaped walkways in the garden which provide a perfect spot to visit with family and friends or to simply relax on a bench and read a book.

2) Chef-Prepared Meals: Our community is known for its restaurant style dining and and exceptional cuisine. One reason is Rocco Capetola, our renowned pastry chef. Born and raised in Abruzzo, Italy, Chef Capetola discovered his passion for baking at the early age of 17. He’s worked at exclusive clubs and bakeries in the New York area for more than 30 years but now shares his delicious creations with Five Star residents.

3) Social Life: Life is a celebration and we like to enjoy it to the fullest here at Five Star.

From museum and theater outings, to movies and mixers, club activities, music lectures and exercise classes, we offer something for every resident to consider.

4) Lifestyle 360: Our comprehensive wellness program, Lifestyle 360, is designed to bring out the very best in our seniors so they live healthier, happier lives. Through this holistic approach to active community living, residents are presented with activities to challenge their minds, build their strength, engage with new friends and enrich them emotionally and spiritually.

The program is personalized for each new resident upon arrival.

5) The Five Star Difference: Every staff member at Five Star – from the concierge at the front entrance to the housekeeping staff behind the scenes, is dedicated to providing residents with the care, comfort and companionship of home. Through our compassionate and attentive team, residents can find peace of mind and a quality of life that is unsurpassed.

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3. Wanting to Leave an Inheritance Another consideration as to whether or not to purchase LTC insurance is leaving an inheritance to your heirs. This might be a spouse, children, other relatives or perhaps a charity.

Long-term care insurance is a means to mitigate the costs of your care needs and preserve your wealth for the next generation.

Much has been written about the Baby Boomers and the waves of us who reach age 65 every day. One of the decisions we all need to make is how will we provide for our own long-term care needs as we age and in the event we are unable to care for ourselves.

The cost of long-term care assistance is high, whether in a facility such as a nursing home or via some sort of in-home care. These costs will vary widely by the area of the country in which you are located as well.

According to the Department of Health and Human Services, about 70 percent of the people currently aged 65 can expect to need some sort of long-term care services at some point.

The Factors in Buying Long-Term Care Insurance 1. Your Net Worth There are no hard-and-fast rules saying that if your net worth is above or below a certain level you should or should not consider buying longterm care (LTC) insurance. Consider these guidelines: • If your net worth is less than $500,000, then forgo LTC insurance, as you will likely qualify for Medicaid or some other sort of assistance.

• IIf your net worth is over $2 million, the conventional wisdom is to self-insure your long-term care needs.

So this then leaves the folks with assets between $500,000 and $2 million as the key market for LTC insurance.

2. Spouse’s Financial Security A key reason that many people purchase long-term care insurance is to provide financial security for a spouse in the event that they find themselves in need of long-term care. The costs mentioned above are significant and can leave your spouse in financial straits if you are not prepared financially. Long-term care insurance can be one way to mitigate the impact on your spouse. source: investorjunkie.com

4. Getting the Care You Need A consideration in determining whether LTC insurance is the right solution for your needs is whether or not you would seek the proper care and support that you need if you had to pay these costs out-ofpocket.

It’s easy to say that you will self-insure against these costs or that a spouse, a child or another friend or relative will provide

the care that you need. The reality of actually writing the check is another matter; this type of care is expensive.

Putting a loved one in the position of being your caregiver is tough as well.

They may or may not be qualified to do this. You are also asking them to put their life on hold. Even if they are willing and able, this is a big responsibility for anyone to assume.

5. The Cost of Long-Term Care in Your Area As mentioned at the outset, long-term care costs vary widely by the region of the country, whether you are in an urban or more rural area and other factors. Do some research to determine what these costs are in your area. If you think you might relocate in retirement, research the location that you are considering moving to.

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Celebrate the role of Nursing Assistants on National Nursing Assistants Week 9-16 June 2016

National Nursing Assistants Week takes place from 9-16 June 2016 in the USA. Now in its 39th year, this annual event is a special time to show our local communities how residents and carers can work together to provide care for those who need it.

There will be a number of fun, educational events held throughout the week, all aimed at showing us the amazing work carers do and inspiring us to get involved! In 2016 carers can look forward to recognition events rewarding the unsung heroes who care every day, as well as events in the press to help raise awareness.

On 9 June 2016 at the start of this special week it is National Career Nursing Assistants Day. This is also an important time to recognize the work of carers who have dedicated their lives to caring for others and to learn from the skills they have gained in that time.

There are lots of ways to get involved, whether you are already a carer or would like to learn more about how to become one.

To find out more visit the National Nursing Assistants Week

What Does a CNA Do? Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide intimate, hands-on healthcare to patients in medical settings, helping with bathing, dressing and the basic activities of life. Duties of a CNA might include: • Turning or repositioning bedridden patients • Taking patients' temperature, blood pressure and vital signs • Answering patient calls • Documenting patients' health issues and report to nurses • Feeding patients, measuring, recording food/liquid intake • Cleaning rooms and bed linens • Helping with medical procedures • Dressing wounds While CNAs can be found in hospitals, the majority of them work in nursing and residential care facilities, where CNAs interact with patients on a regular basis and get to know them personally. If you're interested in joining the booming health care field, becoming a CNA—can be a good place to start.

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Perfect Father’s Day gift ideas for your Baby Boomer dad

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For the sportsman If your dad plays golf, what better gift than tee-times? Many public clubs offer gift certificates. Even if you are a duffer, why not line up a tee-time or two with dear old dad?

If he belongs to a private club, consider purchasing cart rentals or other extras that don’t come with membership.

For the avid spectator sportsman, check out special sports packages. Most cable companies offer individual games or game packages. If your dad can’t afford such premium sports channels, wouldn’t that be a great gift?

On the road again Older adults have time to travel. Send your Dad on a trip to his hometown. Better yet, go with him, or send the grandchildren. You might be able to use your own hotel points for lodging and airline points for travel.

If your parent lives in a major city, a subway or bus card is a great gift.

Why not send your dad on a tour to someplace he’s always dreamed of seeing?

Didn’t he pack you and your siblings up in the Chevy and drive to the Grand Canyon?

Tech savvy BlackBerry, iPhone and Android all offer gift certificates for apps.

Maybe Dad is dying to play retro “Frogger” or the hot new “Angry Birds,” both available as apps.

Make sure Dad has good anti-virus and security software. Check with your own computer experts for the right system. Enhance the gift by overseeing the installation and cleaning up Dad’s system. Make it a malware free Father’s Day!

Bring back memories Digitize family pictures and put them on Dad’s computer. Help him set up email and social networking with family members.

Man of Hobbies Give a gift that ties in with Dad's hobbies. If he likes fishing, don't just surprise him with a new rod or lure. Give him the gift but tell him that you have made plans to spend a day or a weekend fishing with him. He will appreciate your wanting to spend time with him just as much as the gift.

Into Gadgets Think about gadgets that will help make everyday living easier when you are looking for Father's Day gifts for seniors. Consider items like lighted magnifiers for people who have trouble making out the fine print on labels, or large-face watches or clocks.

Foody If you want to send something that is good to eat as a gift, consider a gift basket of fruit, chocolate, jams or preserves. You can place your order online or by phone and have it delivered on the day you choose. Or surprise him with one you put together.

Book Lover If he likes to read, pick up the latest bestseller in the genre that he likes. You can also order a gift subscription to his favorite magazine or arrange to pick up the tab for home delivery of the daily newspaper.

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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital announces new ACGME Residency Program in Physical Medical and Rehabilitation PAGE 13

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About Burke Rehabilitation Hospital Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute rehabilitation hospital in White Plains, NY. Founded in 1915 through an endowment from philanthropist John Masterson Burke, it is the only hospital in Westchester County dedicated solely to adult rehabilitation medicine. As of 2016, the hospital is now a part of the Montefiore Health system, Inc. Burke offers both inpatient and outpatient programs for those who have experienced a disabling illness, traumatic injury or surgery. Burke serves patients from around the metropolitan New York area and throughout the world. The hospital’s renowned physicians, clinical researchers and therapists provide state-of-theart treatment and all share the Burke mission to ensure that every patient makes the fullest possible recovery from illness or injury. For additional information on Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, please visit burke.org.

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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital's ACGME Residency Program team consists of, from right to left, Dr. Barry D. Jordan, Burke's Assistant Medical Director, Dr. Karen Pechman, Medical Director of Burke’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Anne-Felicia Ambrose, Burke's Residency Program Director and Michelle Kenny, GME/Program Administrator

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is pleased to announce approval of its new Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program. Burke has been a longstanding leader in clinical care, research and innovation in the field of medical rehabilitation. This new residency program marks the first time Burke will welcome its own residents. Approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the Physical Medical and Rehabilitation residency program will begin in July 2016.

“Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is well known for its excellence in clinical care. The newly approved ACGME residency program expands Burke’s reach as an academic institution and adds a formalized dimension in medical education,” says Anne Felicia Ambrose, M.D., Burke’s Residency Program Director.

Burke’s goal is to train the next generation of healthcare leaders known for innovation in all branches of physiatry and to produce residents that will utilize their training to improve patient care, advance the field of Physical Medical and Rehabilitation and enhance the communities they serve. This will be accomplished through a rigorous training program designed to develop highly skilled clinical and academic physiatrists.

The Burke residency program aims to be the future benchmark for all Physical Medical and Rehabilitation residency programs in the country.

“This new residency program brings us to the forefront of physical medicine and rehabilitation training for physicians,” says Mary Beth Walsh, MD, Burke’s CEO and Executive Medical Director. “We are very grateful for the leadership of Burke’s medical staff in attaining this prestigious program—specifically, Dr. Barry D. Jordan, Assistant Medical Director, Dr. Karen Pechman, Medical Director of Burke’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Dr. Anne-Felicia Ambrose, Residency Program Director. Their guidance and vision has helped create this wonderful educational opportunity for young physicians who wish to dedicate their careers to the field of rehabilitation medicine.

This fully accredited, three-year residency program in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) begins at the PGY-2 level. Applications for PGY-2 positions starting in July 2016 will be accepted by directly contacting the GME/Program Administrator, Michelle Kenny at mkenny@burke.org. For additional information about the new residency program, please visit burke.org/residents

BURKE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL may be able to help.

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Be absolutely sure that you are properly diagnosed as actually having a hernia.

If you do decide to have an operation after a decisive diagnosis, opt for the Shouldice technique if you are under 50. Only agree to a mesh repair if you are over 50 or even 60. Don't agree to keyhole surgery until there is more evidence that it can be performed safely. Not all hernias need an operation.

Canada performs twice as many hernia operations as the UK, largely because your run-of-the-mill medic can get reimbursed for them, indicating that finances, not need, often are the deciding factor. If a surgeon decides not to operate, he can either do nothing or give the patient a truss, a supportive garment which pushes the hernia back into the abdomen by applying steady pressure. Some patients given a truss (particularly elderly ones) don't understand how to fit it properly and aren't given instructions. If you do get one, make sure it is fitted when you are standing.

Don't be afraid to grill the surgeon on his track record. How senior is he? How many Shouldice operations has he done? What is his recurrence/complications rate? If his answers don't satisfy you, get yourself another doctor. Remember: if your operation needs to be redone, the risks of complications multiply.

Think twice about surgery if you are elderly, frail, you've got a direct hernia or you've had a small groin hernia for many years and not realized it or not had any problems. (For many femoral hernias, which carry a much higher risk of strangulation, an operation may be more justified.)

If you decide against surgery, to combat ulcers or heartburn, eat numerous small meals every day rather than a few large ones. Don't lie down after you've eaten and wait a couple of hours before lifting weights and bending. If you really need to lift, bend at the knees, not from the waist.

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Don't eat spicy foods and avoid fried foods which delay digestion and prolong the stomach's emptying time (allergenic foods often magnify the symptoms and prolong the healing process). Avoid coffee, tea, alcohol, colas and smoking. Don't wear tight belts or girdles. Avoid constipation and straining during a bowel movement.

Strengthen the stomach muscles by lying on your back, knees bent, lifting your buttocks and lower back off the floor, 10 times a day.

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There are currently more than 24 million Americans age 40 and older who have cataract, according to the Vision Problems in the U.S. report from Prevent Blindness America. It is the leading cause of blindness worldwide.

Cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens which blocks or changes the passage of light into the eye. Unlike many eye diseases, however, vision loss due to cataract can be restored. Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in the United States and has a 95 percent success rate. And, a new study found that cataract surgery patients had a significantly reduced rate of hip fractures from falls.

To educate the public on cataract, Prevent Blindness America has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month. The national non-profit group provides free information through its dedicated web page at preventblindness.org/cataract, or via phone at (800) 331-2020.

For those interested in conducting discussions or seminars on the subject, PBA offers a free online module on cataract including a PowerPoint presentation with a complete guide as part of its Healthy Eyes Educational Series.

Cataract generally does not cause pain, redness or tears. However, these changes in your vision may be signs of cataract: • Blurred vision, double vision, ghost images, the sense of a "film" over the eyes.

• Lights seem too dim for reading or close-up work, or you are "dazzled" by strong light.

• Changing eyeglass prescriptions often. The change may not seem to help your vision.

• You may sometimes notice the cataract in your eye.

It may look like a milky or yellowish spot in the pupil (the center of your eye is normally black).

“Although getting a cataract is common, it doesn’t have to mean permanent vision loss,” said Hugh R. Parry, president and CEO of Prevent Blindness America. “One way to protect our vision is to make a commitment to take care of our eyes today, including getting a dilated eye exam, so we can help protect our sight for the future not just from cataract, but other eye diseases as well.”

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4. Find new friends. It's easy to get lonely in retirement, especially if you're retired and your partner and friends are still working, or if you've moved away from your longtime hometown.

Some people make a point of meeting old friends from work and getting together for lunch or golf. But as time goes on and your work life recedes into the past, it's a good idea to make new friends, perhaps by traveling, volunteering or taking an exercise class at the fitness club.

5. It's OK to do nothing. Retirement advice often focuses on the importance of staying productive, keeping busy and somehow chalking up more achievements to put on your lifetime resume. But many people feel that they've been doing that for 40 years, and now they just want to kick back and enjoy life. If you can't relax and enjoy yourself in retirement, then when are you going to do it?

What's the point of retiring if all you're going to do is get up early, rush off someplace you might not want to go and then stumble home at night tired, exhausted and stressed out? For some people retirement is their chance, at last, to sit around the kitchen table and read the newspaper, and then lie around in their backyard and watch the clouds drift by. And there's nothing wrong with that.

There's a lot more to retirement than your Social Security benefit and 401(k) plan. For example, what are you going to do when you get up in the morning? You've worked for 30 or 40 years, and now it's finally your turn to decide how to spend your days.

What are you going to do with all that time?

Here are 5 ways to find retirement happiness:

1. Travel.Travel is one of the major goals of people looking forward to retirement. Some retirees say that traveling has helped them enjoy life, improving their mood and lowering their stress levels. However, traveling can be expensive. Sometimes health issues get in the way, and many retirees admit they haven't saved up enough money to do a lot of vacationing. But remember, travel does not have to include a Mediterranean cruise. It can also involve a weekend at the beach or a trip to visit the grandkids.

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3. Try something new. One key to a happy retirement is not just filling your time, but doing things that are meaningful to you. Many people spent a lifetime at a job that provided an income to support themselves and their families, but did not provide a sense of fulfillment and real satisfaction. Retirement is an opportunity to create a life that more closely reflects who you really are, whether it's starting a home-based business, learning how to paint, playing in a rock band or writing the history of your family.

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