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7 Colleges That Offer Tuition-Free Senior Education

College isn’t just for young folks. In fact, many colleges across the US understand the value of lifelong learning and provide tuition-free courses specifically for seniors. Here are 7 colleges that offer just that!

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8 Things You Should Know About Your Senior Parent’s Finances

Have you ever considered what you would do if you had to manage your parent’s finances suddenly? It’s a situation that many adult children find themselves in when a senior parent becomes ill or incapacitated and can no longer handle their fiscal obligations.

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Just Take Two Aspirin

A year ago, researchers published findings in the August New England Journal of Medicine reporting that aspirin was just as effective as injectable blood thinners at preventing life-threatening blood clots after surgery.

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How to Enroll in Medicare if You’re on Social Security Disability

Enrolling in the right Medicare plan, whether it’s Original Medicare with a Supplement and a stand-alone Part D plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with Part D included, can be extremely complicated for someone with a serious health condition.

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Best Medical Alert Systems You Don’t Have to Wear

There are several monitored medical alert systems and other technologies on the market today that have voice-activated capabilities that let seniors call for help using voice commands, without pushing a wearable help button.

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7 Little-Known Tax Breaks for Adults Over 50

Securing your financial future is the number one retirement goal, especially as you enter the later stages of your career. Fortunately, there are many tax breaks available to adults aged 50 and older!


The Importance of Dental Health in Your Senior Years

As you age, dental health becomes increasingly important, playing a significant role in your overall well-being and quality of life. Maintaining oral health goes beyond keeping that beautiful smile; it’s deeply connected to your general health and daily functioning.

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Basics About Stress

Stress, a state of mental or emotional strain or tension due to adverse or demanding circumstances, is a common issue that affects people worldwide. There are some basic things to know about stress – as well as ways to deal with it.

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Social Security and the Death of a Spouse

Sometimes I’ll include something in a column about a broader topic that I think is just a small, almost insignificant piece of the puzzle. But then that nugget ends up confusing many people, causing them to write to me for clarification. That happened recently when I wrote about the measly $255 one-time benefit that Social Security pays when someone dies.

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Best Housekeeping & Cleaning Services Near Denver

Without further ado, here are the top 10 housekeeping and cleaning services near Denver!


This ‘I Love Lucy’ Couple HATED Each Other in Real Life

“She told people, ‘How will anyone believe I’m married to that old man?’”


What to Write in a Book for Your Grandchild

As a grandparent, your life is full of stories and wisdom for your grandchildren. Here’s what to write in their memory books.

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Health Insurance Options for Early Retirees

There are several places early retirees can find health insurance coverage before Medicare kicks in, but the best option for you will depend on your income level, your healthcare needs, and how long you’ll need coverage. Here’s where to look.

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4 Ways to Make the Most Out of Life after Age 50

What is the potential of those over the age of 50? Are we truly washed up after only a half-century of living?


Navigating Parkinson’s Disease

On this episode of Next Steps for Seniors, we’re talking about the complexities of Parkinson’s disease, a rapidly growing neurodegenerative condition, with a panel of experts from the Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation.

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