#senior-citizens
#senior-citizens

Social Security Benefits Did Something This Year They Never Have Before

Social Security checks have exceeded $5,000 for the first time, marking an important milestone for retirees.

fromBusiness Insider

NYC politics

Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick pummeled over Social Security 'fraudsters' comments

Lutnick's comments on Social Security checks face backlash for insensitivity towards seniors relying on benefits.

8 months ago

Information security

Mark Your Calendar for September's Social Security Payments

Social Security recipients face a lower COLA of 2.6% this year, which may not meet rising living costs for many seniors.

4 months ago

Information security

I'm 65 and Signing Up for Medicare. What Happens if I'm Not Ready for Social Security?

Medicare provides essential healthcare coverage for millions of seniors, despite associated costs.

Timing the enrollment for Social Security alongside Medicare can significantly impact benefits.

Retirement

Social Security Benefits Did Something This Year They Never Have Before

Social Security checks have exceeded $5,000 for the first time, marking an important milestone for retirees.

fromBusiness Insider

NYC politics

Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick pummeled over Social Security 'fraudsters' comments

Lutnick's comments on Social Security checks face backlash for insensitivity towards seniors relying on benefits.

8 months ago

Information security

Mark Your Calendar for September's Social Security Payments

Social Security recipients face a lower COLA of 2.6% this year, which may not meet rising living costs for many seniors.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

4 months ago

Information security

I'm 65 and Signing Up for Medicare. What Happens if I'm Not Ready for Social Security?

Medicare provides essential healthcare coverage for millions of seniors, despite associated costs.

Timing the enrollment for Social Security alongside Medicare can significantly impact benefits.

more#social-security

SF LGBT

Review: 'Senior Sex Scandal Murder Mystery Musical' needs less exposition, more sex

The article discusses a musical exploring senior sexual liberation through humor and mystery, emphasizing vibrant characters and the push against ageism.

Retirement

fromwww.nytimes.com

Scammers Stole Their Retirement Savings. Then the Tax Bill Arrived.

Victims of online scams face surprising and burdensome tax liabilities after draining retirement savings to fraudsters.

NYC LGBT

fromNew York Post

Meet the 70-year-old playwright who won the city's first-ever all-age, all-gender beauty pageant

Denise Coles, a 70-year-old drag king, won Brooklyn's first all-ages beauty pageant with a powerful singing performance.

Sunset Park Senior Center Faces Closure After Rent Spike

United Senior Citizens of Sunset Park may face closure due to a proposed 70% rent increase after 50 years of service.

fromNew York Post

New York City

Senior LI power couple, dog dedicate retirement to helping Nassau kids

Vic and Judie Horowitz dedicate their retirement to enriching the lives of children in need through volunteer work and their therapy dog, Daisy.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Sunset Park Senior Center Faces Closure After Rent Spike

United Senior Citizens of Sunset Park may face closure due to a proposed 70% rent increase after 50 years of service.

fromNew York Post

New York City

Senior LI power couple, dog dedicate retirement to helping Nassau kids

Vic and Judie Horowitz dedicate their retirement to enriching the lives of children in need through volunteer work and their therapy dog, Daisy.

more#community-service

#community-engagement

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Want to be healthier in old age? Try volunteering

Older adults, particularly retirees like Amy Laskey, find purpose and health benefits through increased volunteerism.

fromSunnyside Post

NYC politics

Sunnyside seniors press Mayor Adams on transit, homelessness during town hall - Sunnyside Post

Mayor Eric Adams conducted a town hall for older adults, discussing city achievements and addressing community concerns.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Want to be healthier in old age? Try volunteering

Older adults, particularly retirees like Amy Laskey, find purpose and health benefits through increased volunteerism.

fromSunnyside Post

more#community-engagement

NYC politics

Sunnyside seniors press Mayor Adams on transit, homelessness during town hall - Sunnyside Post

Mayor Eric Adams conducted a town hall for older adults, discussing city achievements and addressing community concerns.

#medicare

fromCbsnews

6 months ago

Public health

Medicare drug plans are getting better next year. Some will also cost more.

The Inflation Reduction Act will cap out-of-pocket medication costs for Medicare beneficiaries at $2,000 in 2025, providing significant financial relief.

Miscellaneous

3 Medicare Mistakes Way Too Many Retirees Make

Timely enrollment in Medicare is essential to avoid lifelong penalties.

Reviewing Medicare plans annually can optimize your healthcare choices.

Understand and adhere to the rules of your Medicare Advantage plan to prevent extra costs.

fromCbsnews

6 months ago

Public health

Medicare drug plans are getting better next year. Some will also cost more.

The Inflation Reduction Act will cap out-of-pocket medication costs for Medicare beneficiaries at $2,000 in 2025, providing significant financial relief.

Miscellaneous

3 Medicare Mistakes Way Too Many Retirees Make

Timely enrollment in Medicare is essential to avoid lifelong penalties.

Reviewing Medicare plans annually can optimize your healthcare choices.

Understand and adhere to the rules of your Medicare Advantage plan to prevent extra costs.

more#medicare

#scam

fromABC7 San Francisco

Miscellaneous

Another East Bay woman falls victim to 'grandson scam,' loses $12,500

Seniors are increasingly targeted by scams impersonating family members, with notable cases of financial loss via the 'grandson' scam.

fromBoston.com

7 months ago

Brooklyn

Quincy police arrest men accused of stealing $120K from elderly resident

Two men were arrested for stealing over $120,000 from a senior citizen through a tech support scam involving impersonation and remote access.

fromABC7 San Francisco