By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I’m a divorced 68-year-old childless cat lady and have been thinking a lot lately about who will
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Representative Payees Help You Manage Your Social Security
Some people who receive monthly Social Security benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments may need help managing their money. When we receive information
Hospice Enables Families to Share a Meaningful Experience
By Marguerite Janto and Jessica Kelly When a loved one is nearing the end of life, it can seem like the whole world
Volunteering Brings Healthy Rewards
By Colleen Holcomb When we hear the word “volunteering,” we think of helping others. That’s certainly true, and it’s the primary reason people
You May Be Eligible for SSI and Social Security Benefits
By Warren Beck You may be able to get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you already receive Social Security benefits. About 2.5
Primary Care Shortage
The number of primary care providers continues to drop By George W. Chapman Lacking an organized approach to healthcare delivery in the U.S.,
Facing a Crisis Alone: What You Can Do
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers I remember the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, as if
Why Eat Basmati Rice Over White Rice?
By Anne Palumbo Basmati rice is my go-to rice, and here’s why: it’s healthier than popular white rice; it boasts a subtle, nutty
Are You at Risk for Kidney Disease?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What are the risk factors for kidney disease? My mother died from kidney failure a few years
Vaccines For All
By Eva Briggs, MD As I am writing this article, the availability of many vaccines might be in jeopardy in this country. In