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The 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that Washington ranks 13th in the nation for new lung cancer cases
November 14, 2023 at 9:29 a.m.
How Seniors Can Get Help Paying for Everyday Needs
There are dozens of different financial assistance programs and government benefits that may be able to help you with your everyday costs
How an Incentive Trust Can Influence Your Heirs
"I want to put some type of requirements in place that they will need to follow in order to receive their portion of my estate"
Top 10 Webpages for Social Security in 2024
The Social Security Administration website is designed to make it easy for you to find what you need
VA Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance
VA Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits provide monthly payments added to the amount of a monthly VA pension for qualified Veterans and survivors
Senior Discounts
"As I did research for this article, I found myself constantly amazed at the sheer number of senior discounts available"
Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Look Out For
Be very leery of the Medicare Advantage ads -- they aren’t always what they claim to be
The Right to Vote and Cognitive Impairment
Having dementia doesn’t mean you can’t vote
Thinking Ahead during Long-Term Care Awareness Month
During retirement planning, many people overlook common – and costly – expenses like medical and long-term care services
Top TV Remotes for Elderly Seniors
Most modern TV remotes can be confusing for anyone to operate but can be especially challenging for elderly seniors
How to Find a Medical Escort After a Procedure
Finding “door-through-door” medical escort services for outpatient screenings and procedures that involve anesthesia can be challenging for older patients without nearby family or friends to rely on
Any Time is a Good Time for Fall Prevention Awareness
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths for seniors
Do You Need Life Insurance After You Retire?
I’ve been thinking about dropping my policy to escape the premiums. Is this a good idea?
Social Security Benefits Lose 36% Of Buying Power Since 2000
Why would failing to come to an agreement on the debt limit affect the payment of Social Security benefits?
