Have several IRAs and 401(k)s? Consolidate them for easier monitoring, says financial planner Carolyn McClanahan of Life Planning Partners in Jacksonville. Replace individual stocks and bonds with a handful of mutual funds or exchange-traded funds, which need less attention.
Keep only two credit cards, says McClanahan—one for everyday purchases, the other for automatic bill payments. Even mild impairment can make managing bills difficult; automation can head off late fees and service interruptions.