Boomer Health Issues- Scary Future

But a person's health, attitude, genetics and situation can make a big difference. "You can't assume everyone's average," says Fronstin. "Because they're not."

Carolyn McClanahan, who is both a Certified Financial Planner and a medical doctor, agrees. Regular exercise, a good diet and healthy habits not only can prevent, but reverse a host of health problems. And that gives consumers a financial advantage, too. McClanahan tells her clients, "The best way to take care of your health care costs is to take care of your health."

Read more: Health care a huge retirement factor

  • A healthy couple at age 65 in 2018 will need $511,000 for health care. And you thought the National Debt was bad.
  • The best way to control health care costs is to take care of your health.
  • One-third of people will need some type of long-term care. Where is my alert button?  Can’t remember where I put it.

    For some, those health care bills (and rising costs in general), are forcing them to rethink plans and retire later or look at part-time employment during retirement. Or like this boomer, find an iceberg and set sailSad smile

    "We're hearing that people are working longer because they can't afford not to work," says Matheis. "Or they're retiring and going back to work." You know these are not boomers writing this piece. If you are one of the fortunate to keep working (God Bless You-I think) Going back to work!!Surprised smile  Haa HAAA Hooo – just to hilarious

    Health care for retirees

    By Dana Dratch • Bankrate.com


     

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