Category Archives: Retirement/Senior Services
News from LBSAC: Residents Featured in NPR “All Things Considered” Story
(Photos by Morgan Baker for NPR) Long Beach Senior Arts Colony residents Veronica Bryant (left) and Kyle Cohen are featured in this NPR blog post and on Ina Jaffe’s “All Things Considered” show on NPR. The report is one in … Continue reading
News from Buckingham/Metro Compton/Vermont: Technology and Social Services
EngAGE is committed to assisting our residents with practical learning opportunities and important social services. Technology Computer/Tech Class promotes a friendly atmosphere into which residents can bring their computers, tablets, and cell phones to receive help operating them. Residents appreciate … Continue reading
Posted in Buckingham, Community News, Metro Compton, Retirement/Senior Services, Technology, Vermont
Tagged changing aging, creative aging
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Were You Born in 1952? A Complete Guide to Enrolling in Medicare
My Medicare Matters from the National Council on Aging offers this helpful guide to Medicare enrollment. Visit their website for more useful information.
Posted in Finances, FYI, Health, Retirement/Senior Services
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Senior Hunger and the National Council on Aging SNAP Fact Sheet
Over 4 million low-income adults over age 60 rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to stay healthy and make ends meet. On average, they receive $108 per month to help put food on the table. Click here to … Continue reading
Posted in Food Assistance, FYI, Health, Retirement/Senior Services
Tagged changing aging
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It’s Time Again to Compare Medicare Plans
Each year, you have a chance to make changes to your Medicare/Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug coverage for the following year. There are 2 separate enrollment periods: Open Enrollment Period for Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug coverage: October 15–December … Continue reading
Continuing Education at a Reduced Cost for Seniors
Have you ever want to continue — or begin — a program of higher education? Many colleges and universities offer reduced tuition for older people. Here is a wonderful opportunity, presented thanks to a tip from “Experience Talks” host/producer, Dr. Connie … Continue reading
Get Your Benefits Check Up
Many adults over 55 need help paying for prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other basic needs. There are over 2,500 federal, state, and private benefits programs available to help. But many people don’t know these programs exist or how … Continue reading
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