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What Do Low Interest Rates Mean for Retirement?
When interest rates are low, you may have questions about how this affects your financial strategy. Low interest rates often make investors worry about lagging returns. Investors might consider adding income annuities to their retirement portfolio. How to compare income-generating solutions when interest rates are low. When looking at ways to achieve financial security in retirement, individuals need to compare a range of available income-generating options . At any interes

Portland Elder Care Council
Nov 213 min read


A Message from Nora King, Medicare Health Plan Specialist and Broker
Who I am and how can I help you. I am a licensed insurance agent in Oregon, Washington, and California and can help people who are on...

Portland Elder Care Council
Sep 162 min read



Portland Elder Care Council
Jun 53 min read


Healthspan Is the New Lifespan: A Caregiver’s Perspective
It's not just about living longer — it's about living well, for as long as possible.

Portland Elder Care Council
May 23 min read


Create a Home Recycling Station in 5 Easy Steps♻️
Let’s set up a simple, effective home recycling station in just five steps.

Portland Elder Care Council
Mar 133 min read


Selling Your Home in a Rapidly Changing Market: Why Staging Matters
The real estate market is constantly evolving, and selling a home today requires a well-thought-out, tailored plan. While pricing your home

Portland Elder Care Council
Feb 182 min read


Understanding the Differences Between: Healthcare Representative, Power of Attorney, Guardianship, and Conservatorship .
Attempting to understand the terminology in legal documents for ourselves or our loved ones can often be perplexing. Here are some...

Portland Elder Care Council
Jan 162 min read


Your End-of-Year Financial Planning Checklist
The end of the year is always a busy time, and it can feel overwhelming to think about adding more to your to-do list. However, checking...
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Bess Lindahl
Nov 29, 20244 min read


Embrace New Connections: Building Community and Staying Socially Active for Single and Married Older Adults in August and September
As summer slowly turns into fall, August and September offer a unique opportunity to rejuvenate our social lives and build new...
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Bess Lindahl
Aug 18, 20244 min read


A Guide on How to Protect Yourself from Scams
In the digital age, where technology facilitates seamless transactions and interactions, the risk of falling victim to scams has...
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Bess Lindahl
Jun 23, 20242 min read


Choice at End of Life
In looking up words that describe American values, nearly all of the results showed “independence” and “individualism” high on the list....
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Bess Lindahl
May 17, 20244 min read


How to Start Swedish Death Cleaning
We all have to go sometime. So does our stuff. Whoever coined the phrase “Swedish death cleaning” really needs a new marketing person....
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Bess Lindahl
Mar 25, 20245 min read


Aging Transitions- How to decide when a different setting is needed for your aging loved one
Deciding when to transition out of one’s home is a personal and individualized choice that depends on various factors. Here are some...
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Bess Lindahl
Feb 20, 20241 min read


PECC Plans for 2024 and updates for Medicaid and Aid & Attendance Benefits
Everyone always has big plans for the year: resolutions, goals and milestones. The Portland Elder Care Council has been busy planning our...
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Bess Lindahl
Jan 19, 20241 min read


Stay Socially Engaged: How Older Adults Can Thrive During the Winter Months
As the winter months approach, it's easy for older adults to find themselves retreating indoors and becoming less socially active. Cold...

Portland Elder Care Council
Dec 18, 20233 min read


What do you want to see in 2024?
Twenty twenty three has flown by, and whether we like it or not, twenty twenty four is right around the corner. The Portland Elder Care...
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Bess Lindahl
Nov 7, 20231 min read


PECC July Blog | Designating a Beneficiary
Designating a beneficiary is a simple and easy thing to do, but it can have a big impact on the distribution of your assets after your...

Portland Elder Care Council
Jul 11, 20234 min read


PECC June Blog | World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). The purpose of WEAAD is to raise awareness of elder abuse and to encourage people to...

Portland Elder Care Council
Jun 15, 20232 min read


PECC May Blog
Caregiving for an elderly family member can be a challenging but rewarding experience.

Portland Elder Care Council
May 8, 20233 min read


PECC April Blog
This month Whitney from Big Rocks Organizing is giving us her tips, tricks, and timelines to make moving easier and less overwhelming!...

Portland Elder Care Council
Mar 31, 20236 min read
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