Health & Wellness
Why health matters to your financial plan
Healthcare costs are one of the fastest-growing expenses in retirement. Analysis highlighted by Fidelity’s 24th Annual Retiree Healthcare Cost Estimate shows that a 65-year-old today could spend more than $170,000 on healthcare over a 30-year retirement, excluding most long-term care expenses. We believe proactive health and wellness decisions can play an important role in managing long-term financial outcomes.
*Source: Fidelity Investments, “2025 Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate,” July 30, 2025.
Elizabeth Colen is a Client Service Liaison at Blackbridge Financial. In addition to her client service responsibilities, she brings a holistic perspective that connects financial planning with mental and physical well-being.
Having lost more than 115 pounds and maintained her transformation for over 15 years, Elizabeth understands firsthand how health choices impact quality of life over time. With a background in integrative health and life coaching, she supports clients by emphasizing balance, stress management, and healthy aging so they can confidently enjoy the wealth they have worked hard to build.