If you know someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, it can feel challenging at times to connect with your loved one. Whether they ask difficult questions you’re not sure how to answer or focus on events from long ago, it may seem at times like they’re in their own world.

A JCPenney employee who patrols the store after work, memorizing the location of items so that she can better assist customers the next day. A loving caregiver for a paraplegic cousin. A recent high school graduate with big dreams for the future.

The myths and misconceptions about older adults are too numerous to count. They range from false ideas about seniors and technology to the stereotype that older adults are lonely and grumpy. Spend time at a senior center or a retirement community, and you’ll see otherwise.

Most of us have a vision of what our retirement years will look like. That vision might include plans to travel, tackle new hobbies, or spend time spoiling the grandchildren. As you finalize your plans to live your best life during retirement, it’s important to remember that where you live matters.

Scams that target older adults are on the rise, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Fraudsters believe seniors are more trusting than younger adults and are more likely to have significant financial resources. It’s a combination that makes them an irresistible target for criminals looking for victims.