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Senior Companion Program

What is the Senior Companion Program?

Celebrating a Decade of "my Social Security"

"my Social Security" provides secure and convenient self-service options

New Statement Fact Sheet for People with Limited Earnings

Learn if you and your family members qualify for extra benefits

When to Expect Your Social Security Checks

The day of the month you receive your benefit payment will depend on your birthdate

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Do You Qualify for Social Security Spouse’s Benefits?

If you don’t have enough Social Security credits to qualify for benefits on your own record, you may be able to receive benefits on your spouse’s record

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How to Find Educational Trips for Retirees Who Love to Learn

Educational travel, which combines travel with in-depth learning opportunities has become a very popular way of travel among retirees

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Growing Old is Expensive

“Such care isn’t cheap"

Social Security Administration to Resume In-Person Services at Local Social Security Offices

...local Social Security offices will restore in-person services

How to Get Help as an Elder Orphan

I’m a 67-year-old recent widow with no children and one sibling I rarely talk to

Don’t Let Taxes Dim Your Retirement

...too often, people think about taxes only on a one-year-at-a-time basis, forgetting or putting off the need to adjust their strategy for future years – most importantly, their retirement

43% of Older Households Face Higher Debt Costs

“Credit card debt in retirement can quickly get out of hand, and this is especially true during periods when interest rates climb”

Does Medicare Cover Power Lift Chairs?

COVID & Shingles

Mistakes Retirees Make and How to Avoid Them

MarketWatch recently published an article on avoiding income mistakes in retirement

Use These Scam Tools to Spot Fraud

Learn more about National Slam the Scam Day