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Dear Savvy Senior, What kinds of legal documents do I need to help my family take care of me in my elder years? I would like to get my affairs in order but could use some help. — Approaching 80 Dear Approaching, All adults, especially an older adult like yourself, should have at least five legal documents to
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer The vast majority of U.S. citizens are concerned about their future Social Security receipts, with such anxieties popping up amid the projected depletion of Social Security
Dear Savvy Senior, Can a person in their early fifties have osteoporosis? When I fell and broke my wrist last winter the doctor that treated me told me I might
Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to go about writing a living will? I’m approaching age 73 and in poor health and would like to get this done
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good pill boxes and medication reminding devices? I’ve recently started taking several new prescription medications along with some vitamins I normally take
Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and have been trying to use a CPAP device for the past six months but can’t tolerate it. Are there any
By Autumn Spredemann Contributing Writer As a record number of Americans turn 65 this year, retiring abroad is becoming an increasingly attractive option for many. Former U.S. residents — or “expats”
News release The nonprofit Santa Clarita Valley Quilt Guild is scheduled Saturday to host its quilt show, “Where Quilts and Friendships Bloom.” The show is set to be held 10
Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the easiest way to compare Medicare Part D prescription drug plans? My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the SSI program and what are the eligibility requirements for seniors? I’m trying to help my elderly aunt who is
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
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