Next Chapter Insights Article Series

Next Chapter Insights is a series of brief articles providing insights and guidance for life in retirement. The articles are written by Director, Cary Sweeney, informed by knowledge and expertise gained through support provided to retirees at the Retirement Center.We hope you find these insights helpful, no matter what stage you are at in your "Next Chapter."

Life in Retirement Can Take Adjustment

2021

Cary Sweeney
November 2021

Life in retirement can take some adjustment. Prior to retirement, most eagerly count down the days and once retired feel a blissful release from the intense pressure of the forty (or more) hour work week. Most people are happy at the beginning. Then...Read more about Life in Retirement Can Take Adjustment

Adopting Día de los Muertos into My Family Tradition

2021

Cary Sweeney
October 2021

My family lost several loved ones unexpectedly within a short amount of time - a sister at 42, a brother at 50, and both mothers in their early seventies. Grief is difficult and none of us had experienced so much at one time in our lives....Read more about Adopting Día de los Muertos into My Family Tradition

The Importance of Making New Connections in Retirement

2021

Cary Sweeney
September 2021

One of the best parts of traveling is the people you meet along the way. I find this especially true with motorcycle traveling. On my last stop before heading home from a 3,600 mile round trip solo motorcycle ride from San Francisco to Baja Mexico, I found...Read more about The Importance of Making New Connections in Retirement