Jim Miller
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Jim Miller
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Tips and Tools for Coping with Vision Loss
There are about 20 million Americans living with macular degeneration today. Over time, this progressive disease can rob people of their central vision, making everyday...
Home Sharing: A Growing Trend Among Baby Boomers
Because of inflation and rising housing costs a growing number of baby boomers are opting to rent out a spare room in their house as...
Easy-to-Use Dental Care Products for Elderly Seniors
For seniors experiencing arthritis or hand difficulties like tremors, there are specially designed dental products available. These products aim to simplify daily oral hygiene, making...
6 Ways to Talk to Your Doctors (and Get Them to Listen!)
Feeling like your doctor isn’t truly listening? You’re not alone. Many older adults share the frustration of feeling dismissed during medical visits. But don’t give...
The Hidden Danger of Untreated Heartburn
Almost everyone experiences heartburn or acid reflux from time to time, but frequent episodes can signal a much more serious problem. Here's what to know.
How to Know if You’re Getting Osteoporosis
While osteoporosis is much more common in adults over age 60, it can strike younger people too. In fact, according to the Bone Health &...
How to Choose a Volunteer Vacation
Volunteer vacations also give travelers the opportunity to experience the culture more fully and connect with the local people – much different than your run-of-the-mill...
How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft Scams
You’ll also be happy to know that a credit freeze is completely free to put in place and lift, as are fraud alerts. And neither...
How Seniors Can Save on Auto Insurance
"Can you offer any tips to help seniors save on their auto insurance? I recently turned 70 and got hit with a 25 percent premium...
Could You Have a Thyroid Problem and Not Know It?
If your thyroid is out of whack, it can cause a number of health issues that can be tricky to detect because the symptoms often...
Where Solo Agers Can Find Help
"I’m a divorced 68-year-old childless cat lady. What resources are available to solo seniors like me?"
Navigating Social Security as It Downsizes
Advocacy groups are urging concerned Americans to contact their members of Congress and demand protections for the program.
How to Replace Important Documents That Are Lost or Missing
Replacing important documents that are destroyed, lost, or stolen is pretty easy once you know where to turn.
How Seniors Can Save Money on Prescription Glasses
While there’s no one solution to this common need, here are a few tips that can help you save!
Do I Need to File a Tax Return This Year?
Don't overpay! See the updated income thresholds and free tax prep options for 2025.
How to Replace Important Lost Documents
"How do I go about replacing some important documents that were lost when our home of 50 years burned down?"
Are You at Risk for Kidney Disease?
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, around 37 million U.S adults have chronic kidney disease, and millions more are at risk of...
When to Worry About Your Memory
As we grow older, some memory difficulties – such as forgetting names or misplacing items from time to time – are associated with normal aging....
What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?
The signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes can be so mild that many people miss them. That’s why testing is so important. Here’s what...
Is a Reverse Mortgage a Good Idea?
For retirees who own their home and want to stay living there, but could use some extra cash, a reverse mortgage is a viable financial...
Service Dogs Can Help Seniors with Disabilities
What are the benefits of service dogs for seniors with chronic conditions?
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