Don’t fall for the debt collector scam
Sometimes scammers try to get you to pay for debts you don’t owe or don’t exist at all. That’s a debt collection scam — but you can and should check on…
Author: Allyson Good
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.
Credit scores still affect seniors
As people approach retirement, they often enjoy the best credit scores of their lives, given their long credit histories, and lower debt as they ready…
How to start a book club tailored to your interests
Calling all book lovers! As the pages of life continue to turn, a book club offers a delightful way to embrace the joy of reading while fostering…
Ask the Medicare expert
Can Medicare help me choose a nursing home for my mother? While there is no substitute for visiting a facility, Medicare does have an online tool to help…
Get your groove on with line dancing
Line dancing just looks like so much fun, but it can be baffling on your first try. But there are some secrets to the art and when you understand them,…
Do you miss good old home-grown tomatoes?
You can get yourself a tomato at the grocery store any day in any month throughout the year, if you can even call them tomatoes. Those who grew up on real…
How should you dress your feet for dancing?
Going line dancing? Wear whatever is comfortable on your body, but pay attention to how you dress your feet! You want to choose a shoe (or, if you are a…
Ask the Medicare Expert
Does Medicare cover CPAP devices? If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (and that may require a sleep study), Medicare may cover a…
Ask the Medicare expert: Does Medicare cover dentures or dental care?
No. Traditional Medicare doesn’t cover dentures and it doesn’t cover other dental devices, such as partial plates. In fact, it doesn’t cover any routine…
Going fishing? Here are some new fishing aids
If you love fishing, summer is a great time to socialize at a lake and soak in the good vibes of nature. Of course, casting, reeling, and even holding the…