By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve been told that my two children, ages 14 and 16, may be eligible for Social Security when
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How to Choose a Hospice Care Program
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Where can I turn to find a good Medicare-covered hospice provider? My husband’s mother has a terminal condition
What Caregivers Should Know About Medicare
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I am the caregiver for my 81-year-old mother, who recently fell and broke her hip, and have a
What You’ll Pay for Medicare in 2021
Dear Savvy Senior, I know there will be a small cost-of-living increase in Social Security benefits next year but what about Medicare? What will
How Seniors can Save Money on Prescription Eyeglasses
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend for finding affordable prescription eyeglasses? I used to have vision insurance through my
Coronavirus Vs. Flu: How to Tell the Difference
By Jim Miller ‘Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently warned that this fall and winter could be the worst ever for public health.’
Should I Buy Long-Term Care Insurance?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I have thought about purchasing a long-term care insurance policy, but we hate the idea
An Executor’s Guide to Settling A Loved One’s Estate
Dear Savvy Senior, My aunt recently asked me to be the executor of her will when she dies. I’m flattered that she asked, but
What Older Diabetics Should Know About Coronavirus
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are both in our late 60s and have diabetes. We would like to find
Medicare Expands Telehealth Services to Help Keep Seniors Safe at Home
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare cover telehealth services? My 71-year-old mother has chronic Type 2 diabetes but is very concerned about