Life After 50
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Age Pays: 130+ Senior Discounts (Some Starting at Age 50!)
Types of Discounts: Restaurants Hotels Retail Travel & Transportation Gifts & Entertainment Education & Services Health Aging doesn’t always have its perks, but this list of discounts might add some pizzazz to the fact of getting older and help cut…
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Best Perks for Seniors in All 50 States
There are financial benefits to getting older. Supermarkets, drugstores, restaurant chains, and retail outlets offer senior discounts. And it doesn’t stop there. All 50 states give seniors unique opportunities to save money on taxes, transportation — which you should check in…
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The Best Cell Phone Plans for Seniors: AT&T vs. Verizon vs. T-Mobile
In This Article: Compare Unlimited Plans for Seniors Compare Limited Talk, Text, and Data Plans for Seniors What Is the Cheapest Cell Phone Plan for Seniors? Phone Plan FAQs Network Coverage Data Usage BYOD: Bring Your Own Device Customer Support…
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25 Senior Discounts to Help Stretch the Holiday Budget
Holiday merriment comes with a price, even (and in some cases especially) during a pandemic, when prices have gone up on some essentials and other items due to high demand. Spending can be challenging for seniors on a fixed income.…
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SNAP and Other Low Income Relief Programs for Seniors
From housing and food to health care and transportation, low-income seniors can take advantage of a huge range of benefits — as long as they know what’s available to them. Some are federal programs, others are state programs, and others are…
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Best and Worst Impacts of Trump’s First Term on Seniors
The most controversial and divisive president in modern American history, Donald Trump won 53% of the vote among people 50 and older in 2016, according to AARP, although older voters also helped Democrats secure some down-ballot seats. According to the…
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America’s Healthiest States for Seniors, Ranked
Senior health is an acute concern everywhere, but some states are doing a far better job of addressing it. According to the Census Bureau, adults 65 and older are now…
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These Grocery Stores Have Special Hours for Seniors and Other At-Risk Shoppers
Worried customers have crowded supermarkets, warehouse clubs, and big-box stores in recent days, clearing shelves of pantry staples and household supplies as they hunker down during the coronavirus pandemic. In…
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25 Places in America With the Most Seniors
The population of older adults in the U.S. may be expected to nearly double to 98 million by 2060, according to World Atlas, but right now people over 65 make…
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12 Best Credit Cards for Seniors
Seniors have different spending priorities and financial realities than those who are younger. This is often tied to the fact that seniors are living on a fixed income made up…
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25 Cities With the Most Working Seniors
Maybe it’s financial need. Maybe it’s a desire to stay active, or professional pride. Whatever the reason, seniors are working longer. A recently released study from Provision Living, which operates…
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Best Cities for Single Seniors
Being single isn’t a status reserved just for the young. According to the Census Bureau, around 20 million Americans age 65 and older are currently single, and the good news…
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Why Is HIV/AIDS a Surprising Killer Among Seniors?
National HIV/AIDS Day and Aging Awareness Day fall on the same date — and for good reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, HIV/AIDS diagnoses are surprisingly…
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19 Companies To Help Seniors Downsize and Relocate
Downsizing and relocating can be a difficult task at any age. But it can be even more daunting for senior citizens who have a lifetime of accumulations to sort through…
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21 Reasons to Look Forward to an Empty Nest
The kids are gone, and the house is finally your own. And while there are plenty of mistakes you’ll want to avoid as empty nesters such as blowing your retirement…
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Don’t Overlook These 15 Great Perks and Resources for Seniors
The golden years bring golden opportunities. Many cultural institutions, retailers, supermarkets, and travel companies offer discounts to seniors. There are also many services available to help people navigate tricky issues…
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Why So Many Seniors Are Turning to CBD
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a cannabis derivative that is taking the country by storm and quickly becoming a preferred supplement for seniors with all kinds of issues, ranging from anxiety…
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Fabulous RV Vacation Spots Where Only Seniors Are Allowed
Yes, kids are great — but if you’re used to senior-oriented living, as in a 55-plus community, then you might want to consider continuing that kid-free lifestyle when on the…
