By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, This may seem like a strange question, but can you tell me what steps need to be taken
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Recognizing and Treating Depression in Retirement
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Since retiring a few years ago, my husband has become increasingly irritable and apathetic. I’m concerned that he’s
Assistance Dogs Provide Help and Love
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about assistance dogs for people with disabilities? My sister, who’s 58, has multiple
A Cheap Death: How to Donate Your Body to Science
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about body donation programs? With little to no savings, I’m looking for a
How to Find a Better Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I think I’m paying too much for the medications I take. I have a Medicare Part D prescription
Finding Help for Seniors Addicted to Opioids
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I’m worried about my 72-year-old mother who has been taking the opioid medication Vicodin for her hip and
New Medicare Cards Debut Next Year
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I just received my Medicare card in the mail and was surprised to see that the ID number
How to Hire a Home Helper
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to hire a personal assistant/home helper for my mom to assist with some simple household
Should All Baby Boomers Get Tested for Hepatitis C?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve recently read that all baby boomers should get tested for hepatitis C. Is this really necessary, and
What to Do with Cremated Ashes?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, When my father passed away a few months ago we had him cremated, but are now wondering what