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Old 05-18-2015, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by dbussone View Post
Aging baby boomers, childless and unmarried, at risk of becoming 'elder orphans'
To me, this understates the absolute need for social networking and a supportive group of friends and loved ones as we age. Isolation has negative consequences for our health
I absolutely agree --- this is an excellent and timely reminder.
We have a young cousin who is a doctor who has agreed to handle our affairs if we are unable to do so.
But I am now realizing that we should have a back-up in place (with powers of attorney), in case our cousin is traveling or unable to step in.
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