Do we stay or do we go?
There are 39 steps from the spot Gerry Goldsholle and his wife, Myra Levenson, park the car at their four-level, wood-frame house in Mill Valley, Calif., to where, at the end of each evening, they park themselves. Read more
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Find noteworthy news, motivational tips, uplifting stories and useful resources to stay young at heart. Updated every Tuesday.
An honest conversation about what to expect as you age
How many of us have wanted a reliable, evidence-based guide to aging that explains how our bodies and minds change as we grow older, and how to adapt to those differences? Read more
3 Medigap shopping surprises to avoid overpaying
Medicare beneficiaries can buy Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, to help cover certain out- of-pocket costs associated with Medicare Part A and/or Part B. (If you’re shopping during open enrollment, through Dec. 7, remember that people with Medicare Advantage can’t buy Medigap plans.) Read more
How to get financial help to pay for everyday needs
Dear Savvy Senior: What types of programs are available to help seniors struggling with their everyday bills, and how do I go about finding them? Since I lost my husband last year, my Social Security survivor benefit is barely enough to get by on. — Searching Senior Read more
Transgender adults worry about finding welcoming spaces to live in their later years
Rajee Narinesingh faced struggles throughout her life as a transgender woman, from workplace discrimination to the lasting effects of black-market injections that scarred her face and caused chronic infections. Read more
Missouri man helps other older adults embrace technology
Like many others of his generation, 64-year-old Charles Davis felt intimidated by the digital world and fearful of putting his trust in technology. Read more
How to spot misleading Medicare Advantage ads
Dear Savvy Senior: I’m currently enrolled in original Medicare but have been thinking about switching to a Medicare Advantage plan during the open enrollment period. Many of the Medicare Advantage ads I’ve seen offer lots of extra benefits beyond what traditional Medicare offers and no monthly premiums. What are your thoughts? — Considering a Switch Read more
It’s open enrollment season
Consumers know it’s fall when stores start offering Halloween candy and flu shots — and airwaves and mailboxes are filled with advertisements for Medicare options. Read more
Number of homeless seniors on the rise in California
David Mays, 69, has been living in his Chevy Malibu for nearly two years, and he can’t help but dream about the day when he gets off the waiting list for housing. Read more
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Simple universal TV remotes often ideal for older adults
Dear Savvy Senior: Can you recommend some simplified universal television remotes for seniors? My 88-year-old dad, who lives in a retirement community, has some dementia and gets confused with all the buttons on his remote. As a result, he keeps accidentally reprogramming his TV set. — Searching Son Read more
Father and son develop app that monitors loved ones with dementia
When his wife, Anne Maple, was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s disease, Scott Carpenter soon discovered there were no really effective products to help caregivers monitor the safety of loved ones with dementia. Read more
Dating after 60: Lots of roses, some thorns
When Janet Ha, 65, first tried online dating in February, she found it “confusing and weird.” Read more
If you need an escort after a procedure, turn to organizations for assistance
Dear Savvy Senior: Can you recommend some medical escort services that help seniors get home after a medical procedure? Read more
Create a care plan for older parents or yourself
At some point most older people will need help getting through the day. Read more
Boomers are TV networks’ best hope to stay afloat
A couple of weeks ago, as the network fall television season got underway, ABC began airing “The Golden Bachelor,” a spinoff of “The Bachelor” that centers on an offbeat twist: The competition centers on a 72-year-old man, and the 22 women vying for his affection range in age from 60 to 75. Read more
Steps to protect your pets after you’re gone
Dear Savvy Senior: What is the best way to ensure my pets are cared for after I’m gone? I have two dogs and a cat that are my four-legged family, and I want to make sure they’ll be well taken care of after I die. — Solo Senior Read more
Looking for love and a pickleball partner
Drivers in Los Angeles heading north on La Cienega Boulevard these days might notice a bronzed gentleman smiling down at them from billboards poised on either side of the street. Read more
How to tackle memory lapses as you get older
I was in the supermarket recently when a woman came running toward me. “Jancee!” she said. “How are you?” Read more
‘A question of mercy and kindness’
Judy Govatos has heard that magical phrase “you’re in remission” twice, in 2015 and again in 2019. Read more
Insurance policies: Keep, sell or swap them in retirement
Dear Savvy Senior: Do I still need life insurance after I retire? I’ve been thinking about dropping my policy to escape the premiums. Is this a good idea? — Approaching Retirement Read more
Still shaping the industry
Elaine LaLanne’s morning exercises often begin before she’s even out of bed. Lying on top of the covers, she does two dozen jackknifes. At the bathroom sink, she does incline pushups. Read more
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