Category Archives: Retirement/Senior Services
How One Community in Massachusetts Is Preparing for a “Major Demographic Shift”
From a local newspaper article entitled, Gray Days: Brockton area prepares for an aging population: “David Stevens, executive director of the Massachusetts Association of Councils on Aging, estimates that by December, the number of adults age 60 and older will be … Continue reading
Common Scams and Frauds That Target Older People
Older people are often targeted by con artists who try to scam them using a variety of approaches, from hard-selling fake investment opportunities to posing as representatives from the IRS in order to get personal identity information like a Social … Continue reading
Stories for Change: The Gift of Caring – Live Seminar and Workshop
Experience Talks host Dr. Connie Corley will be co-hosting this event: STORIES FOR CHANGE: “The Gift of Caring” Live Seminar and Workshop Event WHEN: Saturday June 11th from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM WHERE: MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund), … Continue reading
The Hatton Garden Heist
This is not a retirement plan that we advocate! London, 2015: “The police and public gasped at the audacity of the Great Hatton Garden heist of 2015, where millions in cash and jewels were taken from an underground vault in … Continue reading
Staying Informed about Medicare and Social Security
Have you been affected by the rising costs of prescription drugs? That is just one of many issues affecting older people that are being discussed during this election year. If you are concerned about how the candidates plan to … Continue reading
Burbank Senior Artists Colony: Presentations from City Reps
Semiannual law enforcement updates are an important way for residents to stay safe and aware. Office Turpin of the Burbank Police Department spoke with residents about the need for vigilant senior pedestrian safety practices. “Do not step out, push your … Continue reading
It’s Time Again to Compare Medicare Plans
Compare plans yourself using a short assessment questionnaire created by the non-profit National Council on Aging—a trusted resource for Medicare information for 50 years. It can help you: Connect to resources online to research and compare plans. Talk to a benefits … Continue reading