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More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. ...
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Is your older loved one balking at attending a big holiday gathering? If so, it's time to ask questions, plan ahead and make accommodations so they don't feel overwhelmed. Changes in their hearing, vision, speech, memory, mobility, balance, etc., can cause a reluctance on their part to want to participate. ...
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Part of the fun of the season is counting down the days until Christmas. Our Grammy on the Go blogger brings us creative ways to celebrate the final weeks of December.
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According to Garden Design, resiliency and creativity headline 2024 gardening trends. But there are also a few surprising trends you may want to consider incorporating in your gardens next year. To learn more, read on. ...
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If you want to make sure your hard-earned money makes the most charitable impact this holiday season, check first with the Wise Giving Alliance website for evaluations of nonprofits, offering insight into charity trustworthiness. ...
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The season of gifting is upon us. For most, our gift- giving behavior is at its peak from the end of November through December. Here is a simple brain-healthy concept that you can readily gift your loved ones this holiday season: the present of your presence. In this blog, we explore the tradition and history of holiday gifts and how gift-giving impacts social connections, memory and brain health. ...
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Social Security is more than just a retirement program. It provides services for joyous moments like the birth of your child and issuing their first Social Security card. Social Security also helps during times of hardship to provide disability and survivors' benefits. And it's there to help you celebrate your retirement, too. ...
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Caring for a senior dog involves understanding that their activity and health needs change. However, many dogs can live long, happy, healthy lives when their owners are on the lookout for potential issues like obesity and cancer. ...
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