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Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What Seniors and Caregivers Need to Know
Millions of Americans are set to receive economic impact payments from the government. Learn about eligibility requirements, amounts and how to submit updated information to ensure older Americans get their coronavirus stimulus checks.
1 CommentWhat Is an Area Agency on Aging?
Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) help seniors locate community resources that can assist them in remaining independent and safely aging in place. Find federal, state and local elder care services by contacting the Area Agency on Aging near you.
0 CommentsExpedited Social Security Applications Available for Disabling Health Conditions
The Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program allows individuals with certain medical conditions to receive determinations for SSDI and/or SSI in a matter of weeks instead of months.
0 CommentsDiscounts and Free Services for Seniors and Their Caregivers
With so many older adults living on limited incomes, finding affordable products and services is crucial to making ends meet. Get the inside scoop on freebies and discounts available to you and your aging loved one.
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Government Benefits Questions
How can I force the state to care for sister?
3 AnswersIsthisrealyreal Replied 2 hours agoI am posing a question for my brother-in-law, who is a veteran (Vietnam in the 60's), but not retired.
16 AnswersJanPeck123 Answered Mar 2, 2025Where can seniots find help paying an energy bill? Gas is about to be shut off.
7 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 2, 2025Both me and my husband are disabled and older and with our health issues are on extremely fixed income in need of car repair and have no money.
5 AnswersPeggySue2020 Replied Feb 26, 2025
Government Benefits Discussions
Medicaid Cuts
6 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Feb 15, 2025My daughter and her family want me to move in and they want to care for me, now that I can not care myself.
3 Commentsfunkygrandma59 Commented Nov 10, 2024How can I apply to get pay for taking care of my 28 year old daughter? She is mentally disabled.
3 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented May 22, 2024Looking for independent living apartments.
3 CommentsIsthisrealyreal Commented Mar 15, 2024
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