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Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) are opportunities to make changes to your Medicare coverage outside the normal enrollment windows. Learn what they are and how to qualify.

Dec 19, 2023

What Are the Medicare Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs)?

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Loneliness can cause depression and other mental health declines. Use these 4 tips for staying connected with loved ones during this holiday season.

Dec 19, 2023

Your Mental Health This Holiday and Beyond: 4 Steps to Combat Loneliness in Seniors

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Dec 19, 2023

When Is the Medicare General Enrollment Period?

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Dec 18, 2023

What Is Medicare Advantage?

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Dec 18, 2023

Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors

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Medigap is supplemental insurance purchased from private insurance companies to help cover the “gaps” in Medicare coverage.

Dec 18, 2023

How Medigap Works: A Guide for Older Adults

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Timing is critically important when it comes to enrolling in Medicare. Here's what you need to know.

Dec 13, 2023

When Is the Best Time to Enroll in Medicare?

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Original Medicare does not cover 20% of your medical costs or prescription drugs. To bridge the cost gap, people with Medicare can choose Medicare Supplement (Medigap) or Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) coverage.

Dec 13, 2023

How to Cover the Medical Costs Medicare Doesn't Cover

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Choosing a Medicare plan is an important decision, but it’s not necessarily an easy one. Here’s where to turn for unbiased support and guidance.

Dec 12, 2023

Who Is the Best Person to Talk to About Medicare?

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September is National Preparedness Month and a perfect time to revisit your own preparedness and post-disaster plans.

Dec 12, 2023

Emergency Preparedness 101: What to Do Before, During, and After Disaster

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The pandemic has underscored the essential work that caregivers do to keep our families safe and power an economy that is still struggling to rebound.

Dec 11, 2023

What Is the Social Security Compassionate Allowances Program and Am I Eligible?

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Learn more about disability and retirement benefits (SSDI and Social Security) and the financial assistance you may qualify for.

Dec 11, 2023

Can You Get Both Supplemental Security Disability Income (SSDI) and Social Security?

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Social Security Disability Insurance pays monthly benefits to permanently disabled adults age 18-64 who are unable to return to work. Learn more.

Dec 11, 2023

A Guide to Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits

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You don’t have to live solo to get SSI. It’s how and what you pay for your living arrangements that help determine your monthly benefit.

Dec 11, 2023

What Counts as In-Kind Support for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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Find out if your medical condition is considered a disability that may qualify you for payments from Social Security, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, or both.

Dec 11, 2023

What Is Considered a Disability by Social Security?

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Federal and state cash payments are helping older adults make ends meet. Find out how much Supplemental Security Income (SSI) pays and what to do if you think you’re eligible.

Dec 11, 2023

How Much Does Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Pay?

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Can I apply for SSI online? What documents will I need for my SSI application? Learn how to get ready to apply for SSI.

Dec 11, 2023

How Do I Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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You might assume you can’t get Supplemental Security Income because you already get Social Security. Learn how you may still qualify for SSI.

Dec 11, 2023

Can You Get Both Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security?

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Want to know more about Supplemental Security Income? Learn how the SSI program provides financial support to older adults with limited income and see if you qualify.

Dec 11, 2023

What Is Supplemental Security Income?

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If you become disabled, you may qualify for monthly Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments. Find out who is eligible.

Dec 11, 2023

Who Is Eligible for SSDI?

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Dec 11, 2023

SSI vs. SSDI: The Differences, Benefits, and How to Apply

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Assistive technology and adaptive equipment, like screen readers and voice assistants, can help people living with vision loss. Learn more.

Dec 8, 2023

How Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment Help People Living with Vision Loss

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A Caucasian senior man is sitting in the dark with his head bent over on his cane, seemingly depressed.

Dec 8, 2023

Suicide and Older Adults: What You Should Know

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Dec 8, 2023

The Top 5 Financial Scams Targeting Older Adults

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If you have Medicare and get SNAP, you may wonder how that affects your eligibility for the Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS). Here's what you need to know.

Dec 7, 2023

Does Getting SNAP Affect My Eligibility for Part D LIS/Extra Help?

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New policy changes in 2024 will increase the number of Medicare-approved mental health providers and help more older adults get the care they need.

Dec 1, 2023

Expanded Mental Health Care Access for People With Medicare

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Dec 1, 2023

Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programs

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Dec 1, 2023

Exercise Programs That Promote Senior Fitness

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Dec 1, 2023

Programs for Advance Care Planning, Care Transitions, and Caregiver Support

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Dec 1, 2023

Evidence-Based Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Programs

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Addressing mental health is an integral part of managing ongoing health conditions. These evidence-based programs help support behavioral health of older adults.

Dec 1, 2023

Advancing Behavioral Health Programs for Older Adults

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You may be eligible for Social Security payments based on a spouse’s work history. Find out how to qualify for this monthly retirement benefit.

Nov 30, 2023

What Is the Social Security Spousal Benefit?

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What happens if your claim for SSI benefits is denied? Learn about the SSI denial appeal process and your right to challenge a decision.

Nov 29, 2023

How Do I Appeal a Supplemental Security Income Denial?

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People with limited vision can live a rewarding life using alternative strategies and assistive devices.

Nov 27, 2023

Common Eye Conditions and the Impact of Vision Loss as You Age

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Each state sets eligibility requirements for low-income residents. See whether and how rent and utility subsidies may affect your LIHEAP benefits.

Nov 21, 2023

LIHEAP for Public Housing Residents: What Older Adults Need to Know

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Senior Friendship Centers in Sarasota County, Florida, will harness their trusted community partners and their long-standing belief in people helping people to increase COVID-19 and influenza vaccine uptake among older adults.

Nov 21, 2023

Share Your Senior Center Story

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Nov 20, 2023

Government Imposter Scams: What They Are and How to Spot Them

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A senior Hispanic man is sneezing into a tissue, indicating that he has the common cold.

Nov 20, 2023

A Common-Sense Guide to the Common Cold for Older Adults

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Nov 20, 2023

What Is a SHIP and How Can It Help Me?

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Nov 20, 2023

What Is Original Medicare (Parts A and B)?

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The Medicare Part B Diabetes Self-Management Training (DSMT) benefit helps eligible beneficiaries learn to manage their diabetes. A Medigap plan offers benefits to pay for costs not covered by Medicare Parts A and B.

Nov 20, 2023

How to Pay Your Medicare Premiums

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Dive into what the expansion of telehealth and other changes in the market means for Medicare reimbursement of evidence-based programs.

Nov 17, 2023

Understanding Your Medicare Card: A Quick Guide

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RSV is a common respiratory virus that can cause severe illness in some older adults. Find out if you're at high risk and if the RSV vaccine is right for you.

Nov 16, 2023

What Older Adults Need to Know About RSV

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Learn more about step therapy for Part B-covered drugs and how enrollees can request an exception to CMS rules. 

Nov 14, 2023

Part B Step Therapy in Medicare Advantage

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If you’re enrolled in Medicare Part D, there are certain times and situations when you have the ability to switch plans. Here’s what you need to know.

Nov 8, 2023

How To Change Medicare Part D Plans

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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps people with low income eat healthier. But it offers several financial benefits as well. Learn why it makes financial sense.

Nov 8, 2023

How to Apply for Medicare: A Guide for Older Adults

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Will Medicare pay for assisted living? Learn about Medicare’s coverage limitations and various options for funding this type of long-term care.

Nov 7, 2023

Does Medicare Pay for Assisted Living?

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A senior man is looking up, where many question marks surround him - indicating that he's trying to make a decision.

Nov 7, 2023

How to Choose a Medicare Plan During Open Enrollment

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Learn how vision rehabilitation can help strengthen key skills for adults living with blindness or low vision, including communication, personal care, finances and money management, and meal prep/food safety.

Nov 6, 2023

What Independent Living Skills Help People Living With Vision Loss?

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With rising costs, it’s natural to be worried about affording your insulin. Learn what Medicare covers and how you can save on your diabetes medication.

Nov 6, 2023

Diabetes and Insulin: A Guide to Paying with Medicare

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Find out who's eligible and how to apply for the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), the national program to help low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55+ find work.

Nov 6, 2023

About the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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People who enroll in Medicare Part D outside of specific periods may face a late enrollment penalty.

Oct 31, 2023

What Is the Penalty for Enrolling Late in Medicare Part D?

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Sponsored by state Medicaid agencies, Medicare Savings Programs relieve some out-of-pocket Medicare expenses for people with low income.

Oct 31, 2023

What Are Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs)?

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As the holidays approach, people who are grieving may have conflicting feelings, but  the holidays can still be a time of connection and meaning. Intentional self care, planning ahead, being flexible with traditions, and incorporating rituals to honor loved ones can help.

Oct 31, 2023

7 Tips for Navigating Grief During the Holidays

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Oct 31, 2023

Medicare Part D: How to Get "Extra Help" Paying for Prescriptions

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Get answers to your questions and stay on top of updates and support for working with the Healthy Aging Programs Integrated Database (HAPI-D).

Oct 31, 2023

Explore Your Medicare Coverage Options

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Oct 31, 2023

Understanding Your Medicare Choices

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Do you have a living will? What about a medical power of attorney? Learn the types of advance directives and why you should create them both now.

Oct 30, 2023

Advance Directives: What Are They and When Should You Create One?

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Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada takes its vaccination outreach on the road to every county in the state, also offering much-needed support for other issues from food insecurity to diabetes care.

Oct 30, 2023

How a Nevada Nonprofit Is Reaching Rural Older Adults With Vaccinations

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Medical debt affects millions of older adults and can have a major impact on your financial security. Here’s what to do if those medical bills are piling up.

Oct 30, 2023

How Does Medical Debt Affect Older Adults?

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Credit card debt affects millions of older adults. Debt consolidation can help you simplify your payments and get out of debt faster. Here’s what you should know.

Oct 30, 2023

How to Consolidate Credit Card Debt: 4 Options

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DoorDash accepts EBT cards for online grocery delivery and pickup orders. Learn where you can use your SNAP benefits and how to get started.

Oct 30, 2023

How to Use Your EBT Card on DoorDash

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Medicare scams are common and come in all different forms. Learn about the warning signs of a scam—and smart ways to keep your information safe.

Oct 30, 2023

5 Warning Signs of a Medicare Scam—and How to Protect Yourself

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There is a lot riding on your choice of a Medicare plan. Here are six questions to consider before deciding on your coverage options.

Oct 30, 2023

Top 6 Questions to Ask Before Enrolling in a Medicare Plan

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The major difference between Medicare and Medicaid is that Medicare depends on age and Medicaid depends on income. Some older adults qualify for both.

Oct 30, 2023

What Is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?

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If you can’t pay your out-of-pocket Medicare costs, a Medicare Savings Program (MSP) can help. See who qualifies and where to get an application.

Oct 30, 2023

Medicare Savings Programs: Who Qualifies and How to Apply

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Food costs are soaring, and older adults are feeling the pinch. Discover federal benefits programs that help seniors better afford their groceries.

Oct 30, 2023

6 Benefits That Could Help Older Adults Pay For Food

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Plant-based foods that are high in protein make a great heart-healthy substitute for meat in many recipes. Here are five of our favorites to try.

Oct 30, 2023

Cooking With Plant-Based Protein: 5 Tasty Options to Try

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Worried about your heart health? See which conditions qualify as heart disease and what services, like cardiovascular screenings, that Medicare will cover.

Oct 30, 2023

Does Medicare Cover Heart Disease?

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Get inspired with some new fall recipes, each of which uses affordable ingredients that older adults can purchase using their SNAP benefits.

Oct 30, 2023

Cooking Is a SNAP: Fall-Inspired Recipes to Enjoy Now—and Later

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Learn how you can save more money, leverage your assets, and stretch the dollars you have with these 10 practical money budgeting tips for seniors.

Oct 30, 2023

Money Matters: Top 10 Budgeting Tips for Older Adults

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Most SNAP applicants, caseworkers, and retailers adhere to program rules. Discover a few situations where that may not be the case and what you can do about it.

Oct 30, 2023

How Do I File a SNAP Complaint? A Guide for Recipients and Caregivers

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How hard is the SNAP interview? It doesn’t have to be hard at all. When you know exactly what to expect, you can go into yours prepared.

Oct 30, 2023

Your SNAP Interview: 5 Tips for Success

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Worried about rising food costs? A finance calendar can help older adults budget for unexpected expenses and stretch their grocery dollars further.

Oct 30, 2023

What Is a Budget Calendar? And Why Should I Use One?

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Age and disability status can limit employment and lead to income-related hardships, yet many veterans aren’t aware they qualify for food stamps.

Oct 30, 2023

SNAP Assistance: Are Veterans Entitled to Benefits?

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If you’re an older adult that's hungry, the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) can help—whether you receive SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) or not.

Oct 30, 2023

The Emergency Food Assistance Program: A Guide for Older Adults

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The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program helps older adults obtain fresh food from local farms, roadside stands, and CSAs at no cost.

Oct 30, 2023

The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program: Key Facts for Older Adults

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A senior Asian woman is looking at produce in the grocery store.

Oct 30, 2023

How Can You Stretch Your SNAP Benefits Further?

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Oct 30, 2023

Key Congressional Committees for Aging Services

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Oct 27, 2023

What Is Medicare Part D?

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Learn how the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps many older Americans afford healthy food every month.

Oct 27, 2023

What Is SNAP and How Do I Apply?

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Prescription drug costs can add up and not everyone qualifies for Medicare’s Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS/Extra Help) program. There are other ways to get help with prescription drug costs such as taking generic drugs and finding a Patient Assistance Program.

Oct 27, 2023

How to Get Help With Your Prescription Drug Costs

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Oct 26, 2023

When Is the Medigap Open Enrollment Period?

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Oct 26, 2023

8 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Medigap Policy

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Can you cancel a Medigap policy at any time? There are rules that impact when you can buy or switch Medigap policies. Here's what you need to know.

Oct 26, 2023

How to Change Your Medigap Policy: A Guide

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Learn what you may pay for Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage.

Oct 25, 2023

What Are Medicare Part D Costs in 2024?

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Oct 25, 2023

Medicaid and Medicare Savings Programs

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Learn the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage and how to sign up for coverage.

Oct 23, 2023

Weighing the Pros and Cons of Medicare Advantage

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Wondering if long-term insurance pays for independent living? Learn all about this type of policy, what it covers, and what to consider when buying one.

Oct 20, 2023

Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Independent Living? A Comprehensive Guide

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There’s Medicare Open Enrollment, 10/5-12/7, and Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment, 1/1-3/31. Find out how they differ and how to make the most of these options.

Oct 20, 2023

What's the Difference Between Medicare's Open Enrollment Period and Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment?

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Here’s what you should expect to pay out-of-pocket throughout the year if you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage/Part C plan.

Oct 20, 2023

How Much Does Medicare Part C Cost?

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Oct 20, 2023

Get the Facts on Healthy Aging

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Wondering if long-term insurance pays for nursing home care? Learn all about this type of policy, what it covers, and what to consider when buying one.

Oct 19, 2023

Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Nursing Homes? A Comprehensive Guide

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Veterans age 65 or older can enroll in Medicare while maintaining their VA or TRICARE for Life benefits. Learn how it works.

Oct 19, 2023

How Does Medicare Work with VA Benefits and TRICARE for Life?

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Oct 19, 2023

COVID Vaccines: What Older Adults Need to Know

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Oct 19, 2023

How to Avoid the Medicare Part D Donut Hole

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If you receive both Medicare and Medicaid, you may qualify for a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP), which combines all your benefits into one plan. Here’s what older adults need to know.

Oct 18, 2023

What Is a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP)?

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Does Medicare cover you anywhere you go? From Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, find out how portable your benefits are.

Oct 18, 2023

Does Medicare Cover You Anywhere?

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The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is a great time to consider whether a Medicare Advantage plan is right for you. Here’s what you should know.

Oct 18, 2023

3 Things You Should Know About Medicare Advantage Plans

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When should you apply for SSDI? What information will you need for your application? Find out how to get started applying for SSDI benefits.

Oct 18, 2023

How Do You Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

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Oct 18, 2023

What Are the Costs of Medicare Advantage?

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A senior Black woman is receiving medical treatment in the hospital.

Oct 16, 2023

What Is the Medicare Deductible?

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Oct 16, 2023

How Much Does it Cost for Medicare Parts A and B?

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Before choosing a plan, it’s important to have a good understanding of what your Medicare out-of-pocket costs might be for the year.

Oct 13, 2023

What You'll Pay in Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs in 2024

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Use this handy checklist from NCOA and Aetna if you’re considering making changes to your current Medicare Advantage plan or enrolling in a new one during the Annual Enrollment Period.

Oct 13, 2023

A 7-Point Checklist for Choosing a Medicare Advantage Plan

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If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, you’re subject to a periodic review of your eligibility status. This is called SSI redetermination.

Oct 13, 2023

SSI Redetermination: What It Is and How It Can Affect Your Benefits

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Medicare nursing home coverage is strictly limited. Learn how long Medicare will pay for nursing home care and other ways to manage the expense.

Oct 11, 2023

Does Medicare Cover Nursing Homes? What Older Adults and Caregivers Should Know

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Your FICO score plays a big role in your financial borrowing power—and your financial health. See why this credit score still matters for older adults.

Oct 5, 2023

What Is a FICO Score? A Guide for Older Adults

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Seven years in the making, the documentary Unconditional shows the mental health impact of caregiving and reminds us that mental health is health. When minds hurt, love heals.

Oct 5, 2023

Unconditional: Mental Health of Caregivers Subject of Powerful Documentary

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A senior Caucasian woman is at home during the pandemic, staring outside of her window.

Sep 29, 2023

Mental Illness Is Not a Normal Part of Aging

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Your location, health, age at retirement, lifestyle, and longevity all influence your overall health care costs in retirement. Learn why you should plan for health care in retirement.

Sep 28, 2023

Why Retirement Planning Should Include Medicare and Health Care Costs

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Learn what long-term insurance insurance covers when it comes to memory care, how much it costs, and how to choose a policy wisely in this guide from NCOA.

Sep 27, 2023

Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Memory Care? A Comprehensive Guide

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Vision loss is not a normal part of aging. But with age comes increased risk of certain eye conditions. Here's what to know about signs and treatment options.

Sep 26, 2023

Common Age-Related Eye Diseases: What to Know and What You Can Do

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Prevent Cancer Foundation offers Spanish-language resources about cancer prevention and early detection to help address some of the barriers to routine cancer screenings for Hispanics/Latinos may include racism in the health care system, language, lack of paid sick leave and insurance, and education levels.

Sep 26, 2023

How to Improve Cancer Screening Rates for Hispanic Americans

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Medicare may pay for some memory care costs for eligible enrollees with dementia. Understand what’s covered and other ways to pay for long term Alzheimer’s care.

Sep 25, 2023

Does Medicare Cover Memory Care? A Comprehensive Guide

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While Medicare does not cover independent living costs, there are other ways to pay. See how and whether this housing choice is right for you.

Sep 22, 2023

Does Medicare Cover Independent Living? A Comprehensive Guide

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Will long-term care insurance cover assisted living expenses? Learn what these policies cover, what they cost, and what to consider when buying one.

Sep 22, 2023

Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Assisted Living? A Comprehensive Guide

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Sep 21, 2023

Medicare and COVID-19 Tests: A Guide for Older Adults

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Medicare Advantage plans may cover certain things that original Medicare cannot, like dental care, vision care, hearing aids, transportation, or gym memberships. Here's what to know and what to ask.

Sep 20, 2023

What Are Medicare Advantage Supplemental Benefits?

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An up close shot of a nurse is giving a senior Black woman a flu shot.

Sep 20, 2023

What Older Adults Need to Know During Flu Season

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Medicare can now negotiate drug prices with drug companies as part of the Inflation Reduction Act. Find out what this means for Medicare beneficiaries.

Sep 14, 2023

Can Medicare Negotiate the Cost of Prescription Drugs?

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As the U.S. enters the fourth year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s a safe and effective COVID booster shot and other tools to help older adults stay healthy.

Sep 13, 2023

COVID-19 Has Not Gone Away: Here’s How Older Adults Can Stay Safe

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The coronavirus is here to stay, public health experts say, but vaccines, medications, and taking protective measures can help older adults safeguard their health.

Sep 13, 2023

COVID Boosters, Variants, and Treatments: What You Need to Know and Do Now

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As with other transitions in life, becoming eligible for Medicare can bring up a lot of questions and concerns. Here’s some advice to make your shift to Medicare a bit smoother and simpler.

Sep 7, 2023

Your First Medicare Plan: Options to Consider as You Approach 65

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Extreme heat is dangerous to your health. If you don’t have air conditioning, or can’t afford to run it, LIHEAP and other cooling programs can help.

Sep 7, 2023

Can You Buy An A/C Unit With LIHEAP?

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If you're living with a chronic condition, planning and support can lay the groundwork for your next hospital stay. Here are five ways you can be more prepared for a hospitalization.

Sep 7, 2023

5 Tips to Be Prepared and Banish Fear of Hospitals While Living with Chronic Illness

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Changing what’s in your glass can make a difference to your health. Try these drinks to lower your blood pressure today.

Sep 7, 2023

What to Drink When You Have High Blood Pressure

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These tips, including watching out for fake product reviews and using a credit card for purchases, can help ensure a safe online shopping experience.

Sep 6, 2023

10 Tips for Safe and Secure Online Shopping

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Learn when to talk to your health care provider and what you can do to reduce your risk of prostate cancer and have the best chance of survival if you are diagnosed.

Sep 6, 2023

Prostate Cancer: Early Signs, Symptoms, and What to Do When Diagnosed

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Fresh fruit and healthy food, rest on the outside of a wooden cutting board in the shape of a heart.

Aug 31, 2023

The Top 10 Most Common Chronic Conditions in Older Adults

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Back-to-school time is a reminder to make sure you and your grandkids are up to date on essential immunizations. Here’s what you need to know.

Aug 30, 2023

What Vaccinations Should Grandparents Get?

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Are you eligible to receive a monthly SSI benefit payment? If your income is extremely limited, you just may be. Learn about the criteria you must meet to qualify.

Aug 29, 2023

Who Is Eligible for Supplemental Security Income?

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Home improvement scams often target older adults. Learn the telltale warning signs as well as what you can do to ensure a contractor is trustworthy.

Aug 23, 2023

What Is a Home Improvement Scam? Learn 8 Warning Signs

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For qualifying beneficiaries, Medicaid typically pays 100% of nursing home costs. Learn more about Medicaid nursing home coverage and how it works.

Aug 22, 2023

Does Medicaid Pay for Nursing Homes? A Comprehensive Guide

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Does Medicaid cover memory care? The answer isn’t so straightforward. Learn about the types of services Medicaid covers for people with dementia.

Aug 22, 2023

Does Medicaid Cover Memory Care?

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Two bags of groceries filled with fresh produce sit atop a kitchen counter. Thousands of farmers markets across the U.S. now accept SNAP EBT cards for payment. Find out what this means for you.

Aug 11, 2023

An Older Adult's Guide to Using SNAP at Farmers Markets

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If trips to the grocery store are a challenge, many retailers and stores allow you to use your SNAP EBT card for grocery delivery and pickup. Find out which ones.

Aug 11, 2023

What Stores Accept EBT for Online Grocery Delivery and Pickup?

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A corgi sits in front its food bowl, ready to eat. SNAP benefits only cover food for human household members and cannot be used to purchase pet food.

Aug 11, 2023

Can You Buy Pet Food with SNAP?

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Are you at risk for osteopenia? Learn what it is, what triggers it, and what you should do if you have it—so you can better protect your bone health.

Aug 10, 2023

What Is Osteopenia and How Does it Affect Older Adults?

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Being contacted by a debt collector can be stressful, but understanding the process can help you take back control. Here’s what older adults should know.

Aug 10, 2023

Debt Collection: What Older Adults Need to Know

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Scammers continue to impersonate the Social Security Administration (SSA) to obtain personal information or money. Learn how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

Aug 9, 2023

What Are Common Social Security Scams? A Guide for Older Adults

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VisionServe Alliance President and CEO Lee Nasehi explains the difference between visual impairment, low vision, and blindness to help link you with the right prevention, treatment, and rehab options.

Aug 7, 2023

Living Well with Blindness, Low Vision, and Vision Impairment

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Aging in place provides a wealth of benefits for older adults, but it’s not an easy decision. Here are some of the factors you need to consider first.

Aug 4, 2023

Can You Afford to Age in Place?

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Get the facts about modern senior centers and NCOA’s National Institute of Senior Centers, which supports a national network of senior center professionals.

Aug 3, 2023

Get the Facts on Senior Centers

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Worried about keeping your home or apartment comfortable when it’s hot? These programs help low-income older adults pay for air conditioners and more.

Aug 1, 2023

Programs to Help Pay for Air Conditioners and More: A Guide for Older Adults

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The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a new mandatory safety standard for adult portable bed rails to prevent deadly entrapments.

Aug 1, 2023

Deadly Adult Portable Bed Rail Hazards Target of New Mandatory Safety Standard

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The FDA fully approved Leqembi® for early-stage Alzheimer’s treatment and Medicare Part B covers it. Here’s what to know about access, cost, and more.

Jul 27, 2023

Alzheimer's Medication Leqembi Now Covered by Medicare—But Access and Effectiveness Questions Remain

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The Section 8 housing program helps older adults, people with disabilities, and families with low income find affordable, decent private housing. Learn how it works.

Jul 26, 2023

What Is Section 8 Housing? An Overview for Older Adults

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MiGen's "The Hottest Bodies on the Beach Are Vaccinated" campaign is inspiring LGBTQ+ older adults to stay healthy and age out loud.

Jul 26, 2023

How a Michigan Nonprofit Is Empowering LGBTQ+ Older Adults to Stay Healthy and Age Out Loud

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Seventy-nine-year-old Mary thought she knew the main cause of osteoporosis. But a bone density scan revealed that calcium only goes so far. So she changed her approach.

Jul 24, 2023

How 79-Year-Old Mary Turned Her Osteoporosis Diagnosis Into a Falls-Prevention Strategy

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The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program provides subsidized housing for older adults with low income. Learn how it works.

Jul 21, 2023

A Guide to Section 202 Supportive Housing for Older Adults

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Men typically don’t get osteoporosis. Thankfully, 73-year-old Ed’s doctor suspected otherwise—and a DXA scan proved it. Learn how a bone density scan can help older adults.

Jul 20, 2023

DXA Bone Density Screening for Osteoporosis: Ed Doyle’s Story

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Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) are opportunities to make changes to your Medicare coverage outside the normal enrollment windows. Learn what they are and how to qualify.

Jul 17, 2023

How Long Do SNAP Benefits Last?

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Wondering how to save money grocery shopping? Smart habits can add up to significant savings with every trip to the store, including learning more about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Jul 17, 2023

Top Tips Older Adults Can Use to Save Money at the Grocery Store

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Older adults with low income may struggle to afford Medicare’s out-of-pocket costs. Medicare Savings Programs can help—learn what they’re all about.

Jul 14, 2023

5 Steps to Getting Started With Medicare Savings Programs

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The growing popularity of text messaging has provided new opportunities for scammers. Here’s what you need to know to keep your personal data safe.

Jul 12, 2023

Text Message Scams: How to Identify, Report, and Help Protect Yourself

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Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment platforms offer a fast, convenient way to send money online. Learn five tips for doing it safely and securely.

Jul 11, 2023

Sending Money Digitally: 5 Safety Tips for Older Adults

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Through a health clinic co-located with a barbershop, the Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association has discovered a unique way to help Black men in the community protect their health. Read their story now.

Jul 7, 2023

Wellness at the Barbershop: How One Nonprofit Is Meeting Black Older Adults Where They Are

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Try these sleep tips for older adults to improve your slumber and feel better during your waking hours.

Jul 7, 2023

6 Sensible Sleep Tips for Older Adults

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Lecanemab, a new drug for early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, could potentially slow the progression of dementia. Learn more about this anti-amyloid treatment.

Jul 7, 2023

Leqembi and Alzheimer's Disease: the Benefits, Side Effects, and What It Costs

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Sleep apnea affects millions of Americans—and it’s more common among older adults. Learn about the different types of treatment options that can help.

Jul 6, 2023

Sleep Apnea in Older Adults: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

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Your EBT card can be used to purchase eligible food items at Walmart, grocery stores, and other retailers that accept SNAP.

Jul 6, 2023

How Does an EBT Card Work? A Guide for Older Adults

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A senior couple is sitting on their patio looking at a tablet together, while smiling.

Jul 6, 2023

How Older Adults Can Improve Their Personal Cyber Security

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A senior father and his son are discussing his financial troubles and trying to figure out a budget.

Jun 30, 2023

Get the Facts on Senior Debt

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There are special rules around when you need to stop contributing to a health savings Account (HSA) before joining Medicare. Here's what to know.

Jun 29, 2023

What Older Adults Need to Know About Health Savings Accounts and Medicare

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If you’re 65 or getting close to it, enrolling in Medicare may be on your mind. This 5-step checklist can help you get started with confidence.

Jun 28, 2023

5 Steps to Getting Started With Medicare

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One way to measure your fitness: calculate your Physical Activity Vital Sign. Here's how to do that.

Jun 28, 2023

The Physical Activity Vital Sign: What Older Adults Should Know

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Social isolation impacts 1 in 4 U.S. older adults, and its effects on mental health are significant. Group therapy and peer support programs can help.

Jun 28, 2023

Online Therapy for Social Isolation: A Guide for Older Adults

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Can Medicaid help cover the costs of assisted living? Learn about Medicaid waiver programs and how they can make long-term care more affordable.

Jun 22, 2023

Does Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living?

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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many community-based organizations to alter or cancel health promotion programs. Keep track of the updates coming from individual programs, including whether it's feasible to continue implementation or if telehealth options have been put in place.

Jun 20, 2023

How to Improve Mental Health for Older Adults Living in Rural Areas

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A "We Accept Supplemental Nutrition Assitance Program (SNAP)" sign appears on the window of a grocery retailer.

Jun 16, 2023

Where to Get Food Help Now

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Medicare Part B covers durable medical equipment (DME) like wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen equipment, and some medical supplies, but you must have it prescribed by your doctor. Learn more about how to ensure coverage for this type of support.

Jun 15, 2023

Durable Medical Equipment: What's Covered by Medicare?

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Scammers use certain tricks to engage and manipulate older adults. Learn more about their techniques and how you and your loved ones can stay safe.

Jun 14, 2023

3 Ways to Stop Scammers in Their Tracks

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Older Hispanic woman with gray sweater looking sad while gazing out a window

Jun 8, 2023

Get the Facts on Economic Security for Seniors

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Download and customize these sample documentation materials to bill Medicare for a Diabetes Self-Management Training program.

Jun 7, 2023

What are Vision Rehabilitation Services and How Can They Help Older Adults?

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Studies show that exercise slows the aging process and actually decreases pain. Learn why and how to get stronger and healthier as you age.

Jun 6, 2023

Staying Fit With Age-Related Pain: Top 5 Tips for Older Adults

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Scammers use psychological tricks to engage and manipulate older adults. Learn about some common schemes—and how you can protect yourself.

Jun 6, 2023

How to Avoid a Payment Scam: 4 Ways to Protect Yourself

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Physical therapists can help improve your bladder control and reduce your risk of falling. Here's how.

Jun 6, 2023

How Physical Therapy Can Improve Bladder Control and Reduce Falls Risk

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These strength and balance exercises can be done anywhere and help protect against falls.

Jun 2, 2023

What Exercises Can Help You Prevent a Fall?

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More than half of people living with HIV in the U.S. are older than 50. They live with unique challenges and also offer tremendous value to our communities.

Jun 2, 2023

Aging With HIV: Recognizing Unique Needs and Challenges

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Older adults are frequent targets of payment scams. Learn what red flags to look out for, so you can keep yourself or a senior you know safe.

May 31, 2023

What Are the Top 3 Payment Scams Targeting Older Adults?

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A group of seniors is practicing Tai Chi outside. NISC Photo Contest (image by Tara Purtell)

May 30, 2023

Video: 6 Steps to Prevent a Fall

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A group of older adults is walking outside, enjoying nature and laughing/smiling.

May 26, 2023

6 Steps to Help Prevent Falls in Older Adults

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Proper medication management is important to manage your overall health, monitor chronic conditions, and reduce your risk for a fall.

May 25, 2023

Maintaining Your Medication Record Form

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Help make your home safer and prevent falls by following these tips.

May 25, 2023

Make Your Home Safe: 5 Easy Ways to Avoid Falls at Home

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Here's how to help keep your eyes and ears in good shape and help lower your risk of falls.

May 25, 2023

Care for Your Vision and Hearing: 5 Ways to Lower Falls Risk

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These tips can help you find a balance and strength exercise program to help reduce your risk of falling.

May 25, 2023

Find an Exercise or Balance Program: 5 Ways to Protect Yourself from a Fall

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Talking to the people closest to you can help prevent falls. Here's how.

May 25, 2023

Talk to Your Family and Friends: 5 Ways to Prevent Falls Together

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Talking to your doctor and asking the right questions can help prevent falls. Here's how.

May 25, 2023

Talk to Your Doctor: 6 Tips to Help Inform Your Conversation About Falls

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Regularly reviewing the medications you take, both prescription and over-the-counter, with your doctor or pharmacist is key to reducing your falls risk. Follow these tips for success.

May 25, 2023

Review Medications with Your Doctor or Pharmacist: 5 Tips for Falls Prevention Success

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Most falls can be prevented. You have the power to reduce your risk and protect your older loved ones from a serious fall. Stay safe by following these tips.

May 25, 2023

Debunking the Myths of Older Adult Falls

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A senior Caucasian woman is at her mailbox collecting letters, looking straight on at the camera.

May 25, 2023

Did You Receive a Letter from the Social Security Administration? Here’s What You Need to Know

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For the first time, older adults without kids at home who work could get money from the federal government to boost their income through the Earned Income Tax Credit.

May 16, 2023

Who Qualifies for the Earned Income Tax Credit?

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After breaking both elbows in a minor fall, Dr. Rebecca Sorley learned she had osteoporosis. Here’s what she wants you to know about protecting your bones.

May 12, 2023

After Dual Fractures, Dr. Rebecca Sorley Took Charge of Her Bone Health

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The end of the public health emergency (PHE) also means the end of Medicaid coverage for millions of Americans. Here’s how you can prepare.

May 12, 2023

Unwinding of Medicaid Continuous Coverage: What Does It Mean for You?

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A senior woman is sitting in her house, full of boxes that are packed - looking at a photo album and remembering the past.

May 4, 2023

The Widowhood Effect: How to Survive the Loss of a Spouse

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Due to the negative impacts of COVID-19, 71% of older adults now report willingness to seek mental health care. See how online therapy can help meet the need.

May 3, 2023

The Impact of COVID-19 on Older Adults' Mental Health: How Online Therapy Can Help

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Physical therapy can be an important falls prevention tool for older adults. Learn more.

May 3, 2023

How a Physical Therapist Can Help You Reduce Your Risk of Falling

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Is online counseling right for you or a loved one? See how it works, what it costs, where to find it, and how to choose a provider in this handy FAQ.

May 1, 2023

Online Therapy: A Mental Health Guide for Older Adults

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Brain fog and memory loss are common menopause symptoms. Following these tips can help.

May 1, 2023

How to Handle Menopause Brain Fog

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Medicare plans can change every year—that’s why all beneficiaries should check their coverage annually to see if it’s still a good fit. Here’s what you need to know.

Apr 27, 2023

Why Older Adults Should Review Their Medicare Coverage Each Year

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Brain donation is essential to helping researchers unlock the mysteries of dementia, mental illness, and more. Here's what to know.

Apr 19, 2023

How Brain Donation Can Help Scientists Understand Mental Illness, Dementia, and More

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A senior Caucasian couple is sleeping comfortably in bed together.

Apr 19, 2023

How Sleep Affects Your Health

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The Aging Mastery Program offered to older adult refugees from the Middle East and Eastern Africa countries in the Denver area yielded great results.

Apr 14, 2023

How the Aging Mastery Program is Helping Older Adult Immigrants and Refugees Navigate Longer Lives and Age Well

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Learn about the Medicare Special Enrollment Periods for situations including losing Medicaid, being released from incarceration, and living in an area impacted by an emergency or disaster.

Apr 7, 2023

What to Know About New Medicare Special Enrollment Periods for Exceptional Circumstances

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Changes to Medicare in 2023 mean you will get coverage sooner after enrollment. Here's what to know.

Apr 7, 2023

Understanding Changes to Medicare Enrollment Periods in 2023

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There is a widespread lack of support and understanding about menopause in the workplace. These tips can help.

Apr 5, 2023

How Does Menopause Affect Women at Work?

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Qualified Disabled Working Individual (QDWI) is one of four Medicare Savings Programs that can help lower your out-of-pocket Medicare costs. Learn how it works.

Mar 28, 2023

What Is the Qualified Disabled Working Individual Program?

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Take 6 minutes to learn how you or your loved one can live better with Parkinson’s Disease.

Mar 28, 2023

Living Better with Parkinson's Disease: What to Do for Yourself or a Loved One

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A Black senior woman and her granddaughter are sitting outside at a picnic table enjoying a salad together and laughing.

Mar 27, 2023

How to Boost Your Budget with Money-Saving Benefits: A Guide for Older Adults

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The effects of stress on older adults can be greater than in different age groups. Discover common causes, signs and stress reduction strategies.

Mar 24, 2023

Stress and How to Reduce It: A Guide for Older Adults

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Read about low-income older adults who learned they qualify for financial help through local and government benefits programs. See if you’re eligible, too.

Mar 14, 2023

How One 68-Year-Old Found More Than $7,000 in Life-Changing Benefits

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Over one out of four older adults fall each year. Learn about falls prevention and how to help families and caregivers support aging adults by preventing falls.

Mar 13, 2023

Get the Facts on Falls Prevention

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