Senior living satisfaction rises despite fast-rising costs, J.D. Power finds
Satisfaction climbs even as assisted living and memory care costs rise about 10% and independent living rents rise 7%–9% year over year Independent…
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Senior advocates warn Medicare hikes will wipe out most of the Social Security COLA
The National Council on Aging says the 2026 Social Security COLA of 2.8% falls short of covering rising Medicare costs. Older Americans face increa…
Dreaming of retiring in Midland, Michigan? Maybe you should be
• Midland, Michigan, takes the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Places to Retire rankings• Expanded analysis covers more than 850 cities,…
Social Security recipients will get a 2.8% boost in 2026
Social Security benefits to rise 2.8% in 2026, matching inflation trends Average retiree will see about $56 more per month beginning in January…
Past Articles
October, 2025
Government shutdown may delay 2026 Social Security COLA announcement
September, 2025
Hitting age 100 might not be the norm anymore
Social Security recipients could get a 2.8% benefit increase in 2026
August, 2025
Social Security hits 90 and it's feeling its age
Trump rule could slash SSI benefits for hundreds of thousands
July, 2025
Want to age better? Just walk a little faster, study suggests
Continuing-care retirement home failures leave seniors and their families bereft
U.S. retirement age rising again as Social Security faces funding pressures
June, 2025
Millions face Social Security cuts as agency claws back billions in overpayments
FTC orders Care.com to pay over $8 million in refunds
Aging in place is popular, but what's the best place to do it?
May, 2025
No tax on Social Security? Don't be too sure
Medicaid work requirement could spell trouble for vulnerable groups
House advances spending bill: Here’s how it affects seniors
UnitedHealth secretly paid nursing homes to cut hospital care, Guardian reports
Hip resurfacing rather than replacement can keep aging adults active
April, 2025
Regular physical activity boosts brain health in later life, study finds
Boomerang kids may be threatening parents’ retirement, survey concludes
Major companies join forces to launch National Elder Fraud Coordination Center
New Social Security claims rules took effect today
What you don’t know about Social Security could be costly
March, 2025
Social Security backs off most Draconian identity proofing requirements
Social Security says it's open and operating normally
Spring cleaning for seniors living at home should include decluttering
AI-powered robots may be in-home caregivers in the near future
February, 2025
January, 2025
America faces a growing doctor shortage
Financial fraud is often an inside job
Here are five changes affecting Social Security recipients in 2025
December, 2024
November, 2024
A daily walk could add years to your life, study concludes
Senior living facilities may have recovered from pandemic challenges
Thousands of bed rails recalled after one death
Nursing homes aggressively pursue family members over unpaid bills, report finds
October, 2024
Most Americans worry about retirement and think lawmakers should make it a priority
Peerless, Safety First, Delta Multi-Grip Tub Safety bars recalled
Social Security benefits will increase by 2.5% in 2025
Justice Department sues LA Fitness for discriminating against disabled clients
September, 2024
Medicare’s cost of living adjustment predicted to be 2.5% in 2025
August, 2024
Care.com settles charges it deceived caregivers, clients
Getting remarried? Do you know how that affects your Social Security check?
Aging in place: Navigating the decisions you have to make
The United States of Disability: 1 in 4 Americans identify as disabled
When should your aging parent wear a medical alert device?
What arrangements do you have for your passwords when you die?
July, 2024
June, 2024
Could new audio technology lower the frustration of loneliness? It’s possible.
Wearing hearing aids on an airline flight can present issues
Over-the-Counter hearing aids: A two-year review.
At-home care costs for the elderly have hit record highs. Here's why.
April, 2024
Could your job increase your risk of dementia? A study says it might.
February, 2024
Here are the 10 most dangerous things in your home
There are simple steps to mitigate current dementia symptoms
January, 2024
There may be a simple way to reduce dementia risks
Are you eligible for Supplemental Security Income?
Living alone with a pet in later life may reduce dementia risks
December, 2023
November, 2023
Senior living and 55+ active adult communities: What’s the difference?
October, 2023
September, 2023
ConsumerAffairs ranks the best cities for retirement
Social Security COLA could be 3.2% in 2024
Daily internet use may reduce dementia risk in seniors
August, 2023
May, 2023
Despite 2023’s big COLA, Social Security recipients still struggle to keep up
November, 2022
Here’s how families can help aging parents stay independent and in their homes
October, 2022
FTC wants to overhaul the Funeral Rule to include an online pricing requirement
April, 2022
FTC sues funeral provider for allegedly failing to provide accurate price and service information
Most older adults want to grow old in their current homes, study finds
October, 2021
August, 2021
Detecting illnesses early in nursing homes helps prevent hospitalizations, study finds
March, 2021
January, 2021
Older women benefit just as much from resistance training as older men, study finds
December, 2020
Abandoned mall sites are starting to be flipped for affordable senior housing
March, 2020
Cognitive decline in old age could be a warning sign for issues with motor skills
December, 2019
AARP report claims age discrimination still widespread in the workplace
November, 2019
High-intensity workouts could boost memory for older consumers
August, 2019
Playing online brain games can boost seniors' cognitive skills
March, 2019
Older adults with health complications can often feel isolated
January, 2018
February, 2017
January, 2017
Maryland sues nursing home operator for inhumane and illegal practices
August, 2016
March, 2016
February, 2016
Seniors taking prescription sleeping aids may be highway risk
July, 2015
Experiencing nature is shown to improve quality of life for the elderly
May, 2015
Free-living Baby Boomers at risk of becoming "elderly orphans"
June, 2013
Senior advocates promoting more ways to prevent financial abuse
April, 2013
How social media can benefit seniors
'Chained CPI,' and what it means to you
Keep in touch with your parents. It's great for their health
July, 2010
May, 2010
March, 2010
June, 2009
Harvard Study: 60% of Bankruptcies Caused by Health Problems