That is especially the case for couples over 50 — for whom living together may seem the easier option if they have already had long-term marriages.
An analysis of federal data by the Pew Research Center found that in 2016, couples over 50 represented roughly a quarter of adults living together.
But while some concerns may be more urgent for older couples, here are some key questions couples of any age should consider when deciding to live together:1.
Also discuss who you want to be your health care proxies.
And if your partner is not your chosen health care proxy, include a medical release form in your health care directive naming them as someone who you, essentially, want by your side during a health crisis.
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