A fun gift for you and your dog
If you are looking for a useful and fun place to go with your dog, try training classes — it can be a great experience for both of you. Dog training…
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.
Medicare Part B premium decreases
The Medicare Part B deductible and premium will be lower in 2023. In 2022, the standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B was $170.10. In 2023, the…
Social Security COLA: Why isn’t it enough?
It probably hasn’t escaped your notice that your money just doesn’t go very far lately. Some experts say the purchasing power of Social Security has…
A great way to enjoy and identify birds
If you enjoy going outside, sitting among the trees and watching the birds, here is a new way to enjoy the experience. It’s also just another reason to…
Medicare Part A deductible increases
If you are hospitalized, the Medicare Part A deductible will be higher in 2023. In 2022, the deductible was $1556. In 2023, the deductible will be $1600…
Why do we say ‘knock on wood’?
Something good is going to happen. Knock on wood. That’s what we say, but why? According to A Dictionary of English Folklore, authors Jacqueline Simpson…
Buy a Medigap policy as soon as you are eligible
Starting from the first month that you have Medicare Part B (medical insurance) and you are 65 or older, you have six months to buy a supplemental…
What is Medicare open enrollment?
In October, you’ll start hearing a lot about the annual Medicare open enrollment period. It is a time when existing Medicare enrollees can make changes to…
Bike without pedals lets you walk with wheels
You want to walk the dog. You might like to browse at a flea market or go to the local fair. Simple pursuits, yet painful, and maybe impossible. When…
Hearing aids: What you should know
If you have hearing aids, you probably remember the price tag. At an average of $4,000 to $6,000 a pair (and no Medicare coverage), who could forget? But…