Savvy Senior Provides Important Information
Savvy Senior is written by Jim Miller, a regular contributor to the NBC Today Show and author of "The Savvy Senior" book. The Savvy Senior also offers a nationally syndicated question-and-answer column devoted to meeting the needs of today's senior citizens and the families who support them. Each week Savvy Senior provides practical information and resources on a wide variety of topics relevant to senior living in the 21st century. The articles are offered as a helpful and informative service and may not always reflect Interim HealthCare's official position on some topics.
Jim invites you to send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070 or visit his web site at www.savvysenior.org.
Posted: 6/4/2018 12:26 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior
What are the cheapest cell phone plans available to seniors today? I’m 78-years-old and want it primarily for emergency purposes.
Infrequent Caller
Posted: 6/4/2018 12:23 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What’s the best way to go about making a living will? I recently retired and would like to start getting my affairs in order, just in case.
Approaching 70
Posted: 6/4/2018 12:18 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What types of travel discounts are available to older travelers? I just retired and am interested in learning about travel deals for people over 60.
Ready To Go
Posted: 5/24/2018 10:37 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
Can you provide some tips on how to choose a good estate sale company who can sell all the leftover items in my mother’s house?
Inquiring Daughter
Posted: 5/17/2018 10:33 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
Are there any special Medicare programs that help seniors with their medication costs? My 74-year-old mother, who lives primarily on her Social Security, takes several high-priced drugs that sap her income even with her Medicare drug plan.
Looking for Assistance
Posted: 5/10/2018 10:27 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What can you tell me about reverse mortgages for retirees? My wife and I are contemplating getting one but want to make sure we know what we’re getting into.
Running Short
Posted: 5/3/2018 9:57 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
A good friend of mine got a bad case of shingles last year and has been urging me to get vaccinated. Should I?
Suspicious Susan
Posted: 4/26/2018 10:28 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What numbers constitute high blood pressure? I use to be pre-hypertensive, but they keep changing the guidelines, so I’m not sure where I fit in now.
Approaching 60
Posted: 4/19/2018 10:06 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
Are there any senior-friendly devices that you can recommend for video calling? I live about a day’s drive from my 83-year-old father and would like to see him more often but he doesn’t use a computer, tablet or a smartphone.
Searching Susan
Posted: 4/11/2018 9:57 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What can you tell me about the new Medicare cards? I’ve heard there are a lot of scams associated with these new cards and I want to make sure I protect myself.
Leery Senior
Posted: 3/22/2018 9:26 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
My mom has Alzheimer’s disease and has gotten to the point that she can’t live at home any longer. I need to find a good memory care residential unit for her but could use some help. Any suggestions?
Exhausted Daughter
Posted: 3/15/2018 9:12 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What resources can you recommend to help older job seekers? I’m 60 and have been out of work for nearly a year now and need some help.
Seeking Employment
Posted: 3/8/2018 8:57 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
My brother and his wife, who are ages 60 and 56, were recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and prediabetes, and neither one had a clue. Could I have it too?
Concerned Sibling
Posted: 3/1/2018 8:51 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
I have a life insurance policy that I’ve been paying on for years that I really don’t need any longer. I’ve been thinking about letting it lapse, but I’ve heard that I can actually sell it for a nice payout. What can you tell me about this?
Interested In Selling
Posted: 2/22/2018 12:56 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
I’ve fallen several times over the past year and my doctor has recommended that I start a strength-training program to help prevent future falls. But at age 72, I’ve never lifted weights before and could use some help. What can you tell me?
Looking for Help
Posted: 2/15/2018 12:45 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for seniors this year?
Posted: 2/8/2018 12:25 PM by
Interim HealthCare
What can you tell me about online dating for baby boomers? I’m 57 and recently divorced, and would like to find a new friend to spend time with.
Lonely Linda
Posted: 2/1/2018 12:19 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
I’ve heard that hearing aids will soon be available over-the-counter and will be much cheaper than they currently are. What can you tell me about this? My husband desperately needs hearing aids but we simply can’t afford them.
Searching Spouse
Posted: 2/1/2018 9:38 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
What resources can you recommend for locating interesting volunteer opportunities? Since I retired, I’ve been doing some volunteer work but most of the opportunities I’ve tried haven’t been very satisfying.
Unsatisfied Volunteer
Posted: 1/25/2018 9:28 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Dear Savvy Senior,
This may seem like a strange question, but can you tell me what steps need to be taken after a loved one dies? My 80-year-old father has a terminal illness, and I would like to find out what I will need to do when he passes.
Only Daughter
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