#seniors

#seniors

A week before Trump's second term began, someone posted a video of moving trucks at the White House with the words: "Biden is moving out." The MAGA supporter tweeted, "Trump is taking the garbage out !" But now that food prices keep rising, she's tweeting very differently these days. Tagging the president, she said, "please help us seniors ! Could use some extra $$ the economy is killing us We voted for you."

Accessing the internet is not a luxury in the 21st century, and high speed internet ought to be thought of as an essential utility like water or gas. It is unconscionable that seniors and school-age kids stand outside of private businesses across our city simply to access the internet, and we must do better. While it seems likely that federal funding for broadband expansion will be unreliable for at least the next four years,

The owner closed what was essentially a local monopoly because of what it termed "significant operating deficits in recent years." While the store will remain open to sell over-the-counter medications and other products and to keep running its soda fountain and lunch counter, prescriptions are being transferred to Southold Pharmacy on the mainland, inconvenient at the least for Shelter Island residents, especially its senior citizens.

Under the One Big Beautiful Bill, seniors will see their Social Security income shielded from federal taxes-an adjustment projected to benefit 100,000 retirees in the state. The White House reports that 88% of Social Security recipients will pay no federal income tax on those benefits beginning with the 2026 tax year. That's up from just 64% under previous law and represents 14.2 million additional seniors keeping more of their retirement income.

The Cupertino Senior Center is holding an open house on Aug. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for seniors to learn about classes and resources.

A Benefit with Ballads and Bubbles will be held Friday, Sept. 12, featuring a gala evening with cocktails, a seated dinner, auctions, and a concert.

Tenants are being offered units in other NYCHA-owned buildings on the complex that aren't tailored specifically for those aged 62 and older. They have 90 days to leave their current apartments. Some said they feared leaving behind the community and safety of a building meant for older New Yorkers.

"Many times we focus on cycling with the younger groups. But we see the benefits for the older adults to get out there, get moving. The mobility issues can improve when you're out and about."

"Participants in Escuela de Espectadores Senior rehearse plays being shown at the Matadero arts centre."

Strength training for seniors improves quality and longevity of life, offering more than just increased strength, making it vital for maintaining independence.

A program that provides free air conditioners to New Yorkers across the state will stop taking applications at 5 p.m. Monday - just as the city is enduring its first extreme heat wave of the summer, with life-threatening temperatures around 100 degrees forecast for days.

This fear is felt even more strongly by LGBTQ+ elders, about 40 percent of whom are living below the federal poverty line.

At AT&T, we recognize the importance of addressing the unique needs of our 55 and better audience -- a demographic that values simplicity and seamless connectivity in today's fast-paced digital world.

While many homeowners are feeling the pinch, seniors living on fixed incomes are often hit hardest by this growing burden.

"Seniors navigating the aftermath of the Eaton Fire shouldn't have to face uncertainty alone, especially regarding complex issues like reverse mortgages."

Maine Republicans are pursuing a bill to eliminate property taxes for seniors, presenting both potential relief for retirees and financial challenges for local governments.

"South Dakota stands out for its low rate of mental health problems (5.3 percent), healthy senior population (82 percent in good health), and low risk of romance scams (17.2 per 100,000)."