This week's announcements

Welcome to our weekly newsletter for Hively’s “Transition into Retirement Together” Meetup group! This is where you’ll find announcements on upcoming events and resources to navigate retirement and discover what’s next, together.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

🗳 Have questions on navigating estate planning? Please vote here on topics you’d be interested in exploring during an upcoming discussion with an estate planning expert - stay tuned for event details!

🧡 Interested in gathering with a smaller, consistent group for peer support and discussing topics around navigating retirement? Sign-up for our small-group cohort program to connect every other week with 8-12 members. We’re having so much fun with our current cohorts and will be kicking-off our next ones, as soon as we have enough interest for a specific time slot!

🙏 As we often have folks on event waitlists, friendly reminder to update your RSVP if you're no longer able to join - thank you!

WHAT WE’RE CONSUMING

🗞 Confronting the Challenges of Solo Aging by Sara Zeff Geber
A collection of articles in the recent Generations Journal issue provides a deeper look into the lives of “Solo Agers” in many different circumstances and a variety of locations.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tomorrow 7/18 at 1-2pm EST: Panel discussion on “Post-career work opportunities” (virtual)
Many of you have expressed interest in finding flexible or part-time work opportunities after retirement. We’re revisiting this topic, this time in a panel discussion format; join us to hear and discuss with 4 individuals who have retired and discovered new roles - some in a similar field, others in a completely different role from their prior career. Learn about the panelists and RSVP here.

Tomorrow 7/18 at 6:30-7:30pm EST & Sunday 7/23 at 11:30am EST: Walk with a Doc walking group around the Brookline Reservoir (in-person)
One of our wonderful members Donna, a physician, is leading a new walking group around the Brookline Reservoir. The walks will include a short health talk at the beginning. Join a group of us to attend together! RSVP here.

Friday 7/21 at 1-2pm EST: Guest Discussion with Susan Zwerling on “Incorporating fitness in retirement” (virtual)
We all know the importance of staying active, but how do we actually incorporate fitness into our regular routine in retirement? Join us for a discussion with our guest host, Susan Zwerling, PhD, a Certified Personal Trainer and Senior Fitness Specialist. RSVP here.

Tuesday 7/25 at 11am-noon EST: Panel discussion on “Volunteering opportunities in retirement” (virtual)
Looking to volunteer and give back in retirement? Don't know where to start or what you may want to try? How do you find clarity on your volunteering goals? Join a panel discussion with 3 members who have pursued opportunities across environment, education, and even cooking. They'll begin by sharing their experiences, followed by an interactive discussion. Learn about the panelists and RSVP here.

Friday 7/28 at 1-2pm EST: Guest discussion with Glenn Frank on “Key financial considerations in retirement” (virtual)
How much can I afford to spend in retirement? How should I think about whether or not to get a financial advisor? Join us for a discussion with our guest host, Glenn Frank, Director of Education at Lexington Wealth Management, to discuss what (and how) to consider regarding our finances in retirement. RSVP here.

As always, feel free to reach out with any questions and suggestions.

Warmly,
Angela + Jenn

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