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Social Security COLA could be 3.2% in 2024
Thanks to a jump in August’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), the estimated 2024 cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security recipients rose slightly,…
Daily internet use may reduce dementia risk in seniors
We’ve reported recently on possible links between some medications and dementia. But there are also some activities that may help seniors keep their minds…
Here's what seniors should do to protect their finances
Fraud or theft of money, property, or valuable personal information affects millions of senior citizens every year. On average, senior citizens get fleeced…
More possible links between medication and dementia
When a side effect is only something like a headache or a mild skin reaction, we don’t think much of it. But what ConsumerAffairs found out about the conne…
Planning a funeral? Here are some questions to ask.
Back in the day, final farewells were pretty simple affairs. When someone passed, the family had a go-to funeral home that they trusted could – and would –…
Past Articles
June, 2023
Can you really take years off your biological age? A recent study says you can
May, 2023
Despite 2023’s big COLA, Social Security recipients still struggle to keep up
If there’s no agreement on the debt ceiling, what happens to Social Security?
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
August, 2022
Seniors could receive a 9.6% increase in Social Security benefits next year
July, 2022
Seniors could soon see more money in their Social Security checks
June, 2022
Older adults with vision problems may be at a higher risk of dementia, study finds
May, 2022
Bigger families may negatively affect consumers' cognitive function in later life, study finds
Social Security benefits predicted to rise by 8.6% in 2023, but it may not be enough
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
Consumers' personalities may affect their cognitive function in later life, study finds
March, 2022
Regular exercise helps keep our brains sharp as we age, study finds
January, 2022
Exercise in later life may slow the effects of aging, study finds
October, 2021
September, 2021
Social Security recipients projected to receive 6% increase next year
August, 2021
Detecting illnesses early in nursing homes helps prevent hospitalizations, study finds
July, 2021
Keeping your brain active may delay the onset of Alzheimer's, study finds
June, 2021
Following healthy habits later in life can improve cognition, study finds
March, 2021
Exercise helps reduce cognitive decline in older consumers, study finds
January, 2021
Experts name their top U.S. retirement destinations for 2021
Older women benefit just as much from resistance training as older men, study finds
December, 2020
Older consumers have major concerns when it comes to seeking emergency medical care
Abandoned mall sites are starting to be flipped for affordable senior housing
November, 2020
Age doesn't affect consumers' ability to lose weight, study finds
Exercise classes can help older consumers beat loneliness, study finds
October, 2020
Exercise intensity doesn't affect mortality risk for older adults, study finds
August, 2020
Taking certain supplements can help seniors reduce risk of severe illnesses, study finds
May, 2020
Medical alert systems to become more popular due to aging U.S. population
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
Older consumers can stay mentally sharp by playing board games
High-intensity workouts could boost memory for older consumers
August, 2019
Playing online brain games can boost seniors' cognitive skills
Senior financial abuse is more common from family members than scammers
March, 2019
Older adults with health complications can often feel isolated
January, 2018
October, 2017
Why advance care planning is important for you and your loved ones
August, 2017
July, 2017
June, 2017
May, 2017
For increasing number of elderly, there's no place like home
February, 2017
October, 2016
Should seniors delay getting a flu shot?
Hasbro's robotic pets may provide needed companionship for the elderly
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"
January, 2015
Far out! The boomers have turned conservative in their senior years
December, 2013
Portable adult bed rails can be a good idea, but they can also be dangerous
August, 2013
June, 2013
Seniors bombarded with direct mail often write many checks
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
March, 2013
February, 2013
October, 2010
July, 2010
May, 2010
March, 2010
November, 2009
June, 2009
Harvard Study: 60% of Bankruptcies Caused by Health Problems
February, 2009
December, 2008
November, 2008
May, 2008
April, 2008
December, 2007
November, 2007
July, 2004
January, 2004
National Health Plan Could Save Billions in Paperwork: Study
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