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If you are changing your Medicare or Healthcare.gov coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to "help" you find the best deal. Unfortunately, scammers see this open enrollment period as a chance to trick people out of money and personal information. ...
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As we age, we don’t always have enough healthy food or the desire to prepare or eat a meal. Whether you need more food, healthier food, someone to share a meal with, or better eating habits, a meal program can help. ...
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Nobody wants to be lonely; we are social beings. Strengthening and creating friendships are good for our emotions and spirits. Friendships can also impact the way we feel and how we age in a healthier way. ...
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What is the best food for your pet? How do you sort through all the marketing claims to find affordable, healthy food for your dog or cat? Here are some good sources for understanding what’s out there and how to feed your pet a healthy diet without breaking the budget. ...
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Medication management can become a challenge as our loved ones age. Are they still able to handle it on their own? Nearly one in three hospital admissions and readmissions of the elderly are linked to problems and/or harmful side effects due to medications. ...
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If you receive Social Security, you can help ensure you're paid the right benefit each month by telling SSI about relationship or other life changes that could affect your eligibility for retirement, survivors, or disability benefits – or the benefit amount. On the other hand, if you fail to notify in a timely manner, you may be overpaid benefits and have to pay it back. ...
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Navigating government programs and benefits can be complicated for veterans and their families. Scammers know this and will take full advantage of the confusion. Victims of veteran scams typically report being contacted by phone, email or messaging apps like Facebook Messenger. ...
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Sometimes pets misbehave... or so it seems. If your dog is peeing in the house, it could mean a health problem rather than a behavioral issue. Before you assume disciplinary action is needed, seek help from a veterinarian. ...
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