Friday, 5 June, 2026
At some point in life—especially after entering our mid-50s, 60s, and beyond—we begin facing difficult questions: If one day we are no longer mentally capable of expressing our wishes, who will make decisions on our behalf? And what will those decisions be based on? Many older adults in the United […]
Each second Sunday in May, the world slows down a little to say “Thank you, Mom.” We send flowers, write heartfelt notes, book brunches, and post sentimental tributes online. But beyond the chocolates and greeting cards lies a history rooted in grief, peace, and a daughter’s deep devotion to her […]
More than 51 years ago, many Vietnamese families paid dozens of taels of gold for a chance to escape Vietnam by boat through what was once called the “official departure” program. Many were cheated, robbed, separated from loved ones, or disappeared at sea. No one truly knows how many eventually […]
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has sent shockwaves across the travel industry, leaving thousands of passengers stranded overnight, many of them retirees heading to long-planned vacations, cruises, or family visits. For Hưu Trí readers, this situation highlights a growing risk in retirement travel: when low-cost carriers fail, the safety […]
Hair loss is something many people notice as they move into midlife and retirement. For some, it is a natural part of aging. But in many cases, increased hair shedding can reflect stress, nutritional deficiency, hormonal imbalance, poor sleep, rapid weight loss, or an underlying medical condition that deserves attention. […]
Hollywood has long been a symbol of the American entertainment industry. But in 2026, it is no longer just a land of movies, red carpets, and dreams of fame. Today’s Hollywood also reflects major shifts in technology, politics, economics, and social life in California and across the United States. For […]
For many Americans nearing or living in retirement, financial peace of mind remains difficult to achieve. Even after years of work, rising prices, health care costs, housing expenses, and uncertainty about Social Security continue to weigh heavily on older households. Recent surveys show that concern is not fading. Many adults […]
For many retirees, a home is more than a place to live. It holds memories, routines, familiarity, and peace of mind. That is why the desire to age at home—to remain in one’s own home for as long as possible—is so natural. But aging at home does not mean staying […]
For many Vietnamese Americans who came to the United States later in life—or who built a new life here after years of sacrifice—faith is more than a Sunday habit. It can be a source of identity, resilience, family continuity, and emotional strength. In later years, religion often becomes even more […]
Within the Vietnamese-American community, there is a quiet but important reality: Many older adults do not fully understand—or have never prepared—a living will. It’s not because they don’t care. It’s often because, in Asian culture—especially Vietnamese—topics like serious illness, death, or funerals are avoided, seen as uncomfortable or even “unlucky.” […]