By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer Scammers are targeting Americans receiving Social Security payments related to the annual cost of living adjustments, according to the Social Security Administration. The scammers are spreading
Gloria Cassidy enjoys creating mixed-media-style artwork filled with vibrant colors that tell a story. She submitted her piece titled “Heartbeat” to the 34th annual Art Classic Gala, a three-decade-long tradition
Dear Savvy Senior, I recently turned 65 and would like to know if am supposed to get the pneumonia vaccine? And if so, which type of vaccine do I
By Bill Pan Contributing Writer Some people with Medicare will pay less out-of-pocket for prescription medications for the fourth quarter of this year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to arrange a simple cremation that doesn’t cost me, or my family, a lot of money. Can you offer any tips that can
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer Multiple Social Security Administration policy updates, including rental and food calculations, which were designed to increase people’s access to federal benefits, took effect on Tuesday. From
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me some tips on choosing an appropriate walker for my elderly father? He has some balance issues along with arthritis in his hips and
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is set to welcome back Jim Curry for an evening of the music of John Denver on Saturday, Oct. 5, at
Dear Savvy Senior, I’m going to retire in a few months and need to get some temporary health insurance until I can enroll in Medicare at age 65. What are
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Social Security beneficiaries may see a modest increase in their benefits next year, with The Senior Citizens League forecasting that the cost-of-living adjustment for 2025 will
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any programs or organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to seniors? I believe I need some professional legal help but have
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer The Social Security numbers of nearly one million Medicare beneficiaries may have been exposed in a data breach linked to a vulnerability in software used by
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape, but was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What
Commentary by Jeff Minick Grandpa and Grandma, Pop-Pop and Nana, Granddaddy and Gran, Abuelito and Abuela, and in parts of the South, Papaw and Mamaw — these titles are badges
Dear Savvy Senior, How does Medicare cover cataract surgery? My eye doctor recently told me I’ve developed cataracts and should consider making plans for surgery in the next year or
Dear Savvy Senior, Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to get in and out of. What
Dear Savvy Senior, If my mother needs to move into a nursing home, what are the eligibility requirements to get Medicaid coverage? – Caretaking Son Dear Caretaking,
Dear Savvy Senior, I recently received an email that I needed to update my online Social Security account. Is this legit or is it a scam? – Suspicious Susan Dear
Dear Savvy Senior, I work for a county health department and every summer we’re seeing more and more seniors get sick and even die from heat-related illiness. Can you write
Dear Savvy Senior, My 77-year-old mother, who loves to cook, has had several kitchen-related accidents over the past year. What tips can you recommend for making a kitchen safer and
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