Friendsgiving dinners offer taste of fun
What makes Thanksgiving one of the greatest holidays is that you don’t really need much. All you need are some friends, some food, and a free afternoon….
Category: Seniors
Ask the Medicare expert
I’m recently retired and very confused about Medicare and how it works. Can you help? It can be confusing! Here are the basic parts of Medicare and what…
Fall foliage by train: 5 unforgettable trips
Each autumn, nature paints the U.S. with a fantastic riot of colors, and one of the best places to take it all in is on a leisurely train trip. Instead of…
Plan ahead to wear the right coat for winter
Dressing for outdoor walking requires two things: The right coat and the right layering accessories. For casual walking for more than 10 minutes, you need…
Avoid age-related macular degeneration
Although age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in people age 65 and over, ophthalmologists have found that the first…
Ask the Medicare expert
What is Medicare Open Enrollment and when is it? The Medicare Open Enrollment Period runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. During this time, you can review your…
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…
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…
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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…