There are a number of elder programs available to assist individuals 60 and over.  Some are need based, while others are open to many seniors.  In our current technological age, obtaining information has never been easier.  The list below outlines some resources that might be useful.

Legal Services.  This program provides Legal Assistance [...]

Charities depend on contributions in both good periods and bad.  Of course, when times are more difficult, giving becomes compromised.  Yet, in many ways, people still attempt to stretch their wallets.  For individuals who are in a position to give, some prefer to limit their efforts to three or four groups, while [...]

In the past, some of us reached for our credit card without much thought.  Now, many of us are altering those practices and thinking twice before making certain purchases.  The reason?   We are deeply mindful of our personal finances given the current economic crisis confronting our nation.
As we all know, there [...]

Medicaid is a federal health insurance program designed to assist some low-income individuals with their medical needs.  A person’s income and assets must fall below a specified level in order to be considered for the program.  Medicaid was formed under the Social Security Act in 1965 and is funded by both the federal government and [...]

Is everyone feeling a little nauseous from the turbulence in the financial markets last week?  Wow, times are unsteady!  Now, onto Medicare.
As previously mentioned, most people 65 or older are eligible for Medicare.  However, not everyone will sign on at 65.  Some individuals may continue working and have a health [...]

Healthcare is a vital topic confronting our nation.  And because it is crucial, it has maintained a prominent position in everyday conversation and presidential campaigns alike.  Unfortunately, we sometimes hear disheartening stories like the one in which an older woman in a barely-heated flat faces the difficult decision in choosing between the medications [...]

With the uncertainty in the stock market, some people, particularly the elderly, might be wondering where to put their money.  It does stand to reason that the greater the risk, the greater the potential for higher returns.  Still, with the existing climate, a relatively sure thing with lower gains might [...]