Understanding how Medicare prescription drugs plans work can save seniors a lot of money & grief
Q: Can you help me figure out how to choose a Medicare prescription drug plan?
Read moreIn a win for seniors, Georgia lawmakers allocate new funds to Alzheimer's patients
Seniors living with Alzheimer’s gained the attention this year of state lawmakers, who provided more than $5 million of new funding for early detection and home care for those who have the illness. Experts have also acknowledged a growing problem of elder abuse.
Read moreGeorgia listening sessions focus on senior hunger. 1 in 4 seniors in the state are food insecure
ALBANY — The SOWEGA Council on Aging served host on Tuesday to one of 12 listening sessions taking place throughout Georgia concerning senior hunger. At the same time, recognition was given to the community’s senior volunteers.
Read moreAvoiding these costly tax mistakes can help seniors save money in retirement
Many retirees struggle to make ends meet after they stop working, and the rising cost of healthcare can make it even harder for them to stay afloat. The last thing they want to do is make mistakes that will cost them dearly come tax time. Retirees can keep more of their money out of Uncle Sam's hands by avoiding the following pitfalls.
Read moreIt's never too early to plan for senior living
No matter if we like it or not, people get old. When they do, they sometimes can no longer live on their own. That’s why planning ahead for senior living accommodations can ease the process.
Read moreMany caregiving expenses are tax-deductible, using these tips can help maximize deductions
Caregiving-related tax deductions can help lower your taxes and maximize your refund. If you’ve been caring for an older adult, use Shannon Listman’s 7 smart tax tips for caregivers to find as many deductions as possible.
Read moreSaving enough to cover future medical bills is vital to retirement planning
As you get older, your need for healthcare will increase -- and your costs will rise along with your demand for services. While you may assume Medicare will cover your healthcare expenditures, the truth is that Medicare isn't as comprehensive as most people think it is.
Read moreHeartbreaking story about 75 year old getting scammed out of $1 million
The call came the day before Thanksgiving 2015.
In between prepping the turkey and picking up last-minute necessities for the annual family feast—the first without her husband of 47 years—a widow in Kingston, N.Y., picked up the phone. On the other end was a fraud analyst for TD Bank.
Read moreRule designed to protect elderly investors from financial exploitation will go into effect next year
The U.S. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority announced a new rule on Thursday that allows brokers to pause disbursements from client accounts if they suspect a client is suffering from dementia or being influenced by caregivers or scam artists.
Read moreSelf defense classes are helping Florida seniors protect themselves
SARASOTA, Fla. - It could be the equivalent of a fight scene with the hero just a few decades older than most.
"Use your pokes for distance. The cane makes distance," said Derrick Clark.
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