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Unless you’re living under a rock you know that next Tuesday will be one of the most contentious mid-term elections in recent history. And while you may be getting confused about what issues are of most concern to voters- no, it’s not the “caravan”- you probably won’t be surprised to…

Anyone who is approaching, or has reached, retirement age knows that paying for medical care during retirement can be a major concern. It’s hard to predict what may happen to you in the future, but the data concerning rising health care costs for older people are not in dispute. As Axios…

They say that money can’t buy you love- but what about a longer life? Those with significant financial resources may be able to obtain the health care and supports needed to increase life expectancy, and thus create the latest arena of inequality. According to Bloomberg, longevity inequality is the successor to…

Given the recent computer hacking of the Equifax credit monitoring system, all of us need to be at heightened alert over identity theft or financial fraud perpetrated on us. For seniors, this is especially true, as confirmed in a recent survey done by the Cooperative Credit Union Association. In this…

If you receive Medicare, or help a loved one who does, you know there are choices to consider each year when Fall Open Enrollment season begins. Starting October 15, Medicare recipients can determine whether they want traditional Medicare, or a Medicare Advantage Plan, as well as what type of prescription…

Most seniors rely on Medicare to pay for their medical care. But for some 10 million low income seniors, help for medical costs also comes from Medicaid. With Medicaid coverage, such seniors receive assistance with not only small, out-of-pocket medical expenses but also the major costs of long-term nursing home…