You have all heard jokes that begin with "I have good news and bad news." When it comes to Social Security it's only bad

 news and worse news. Rising inflation due to the Iran war will probably cause your Social Security benefits rise to over 3%. Unfortunately, that won't nearly cover the actual strain it will put on those of us on fixed incomes.

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Like wine and cheese, some things improve with age while others just get stinky a rotten. Such was the thinking about old folks. But an article published last month in the journal Geriatrics, reject the common narrative that physical and

cognitive declines are inevitable with aging. It found that about 45% of U.S. adults 65 and older showed improvement in cognition or walking speed, or both, in the 12-year study period. 

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What does Medicare premium support means for older adults, people with disabilities, and the health care system. Also called a defined contribution system or a voucher program these programs would give people with Medicare a voucher or coupon to purchase health coverage. Though touted as a cost saver, a hallmark of these policies is to instead shift significant expenses onto consumers.

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We would all like to live a long happy life. But efforts to extend life may not be succeeding equally for all. While there are many ways to increase one's lifespan, how long we live is pretty much a crap shoot.

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Most tech advice is exhausting, especially for seniors just trying to use their phones and computers to save money in

 everyday life. But the truth is, you don't need to become a tech expert to make it happen. The goal is to use a few simple tools and smart habits to avoid overpaying and wasting money. And do it in a way that feels manageable, not frustrating.

Here's a simple playbook you can start using today.

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If you love sugar, you’re not alone. Our brains are wired to find sweetness pleasurable. If you’re feeling tired, sugar provides a quick burst of energy. But as we know, too much sugar has plenty of drawbacks.

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The claim that the Trump Administration was "targeting American seniors" is a politically charged statement often used by critics. A more objective analysis shows that the administration's policies, driven by its broader ideological goals, had significant and disproportionate effects on older Americans—both positive and negative, depending on the perspective.

Here is a fact-based breakdown of key policies and their impacts on seniors:

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The first color television sets sold to the public in 1954 were manufactured by RCA and cost approximately how much?

The RCA CT-100, the first mass-produced color TV, went on sale in March 1954 for about $1,000 (equivalent to roughly $11,000 today). It had a 12-inch screen. Only about 5,000 units were produced in the first year, as color programming was extremely limited and most broadcasts remained in black and white until the mid-1960s.

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A major long-term study has found that keeping the mind sharp linked to greater happiness in older age. Older adults with stronger cognitive abilities report higher levels of life satisfaction, positive mood, and health-related quality of life over time.

Wellbeing in older age is often discussed in terms of physical illness or disability. However, researchers say this overlooks an important part of the picture: how people feel about their own lives.

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If you are struggling living home and alone, you should check out new research found that older adults who move into senior living communities often experience better health outcomes compared to those who live in the greater community.

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If you or your spouse is nearing retirement age you need to consider who files for Social Security first.

 Understanding timing strategies can impact retirement income for couples.

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Most people assume seniors lose money on big, obvious splurges. Fancy trips. Expensive hobbies. Frivolous shopping. 

The truth is a lot less exciting and a lot more costly. The real money drains are quiet, automatic, and built into the systems retirees use every single day. Here is where the money is actually going.

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As adults enter their later years, they often do so carrying extra pounds that put them at higher risk for

chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. It's also around this time when appetites shrink. But somehow, it seems more difficult than ever to lose that extra weight.

                         Read how to meet the changing nutritional needs of older adults.

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I love telling jokes to my friends here at the A.L.F. Humor makes me feel good and it plays a vital role in helping older adults 

cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected. Women were more likely to describe using it to navigate emotionally sensitive situations or to deflect difficult feelings, while men tended to emphasize its role in social bonding. 

In 2009, I entered the ER of a local hospital seeking treatment for intense intestinal pain. After two months and  stays in two different hospitals, I emerged as a helpless invalid, unable to walk or even lift myself from a wheelchair, which had become my sole means of mobility. I transformed from an active, independent sixty-two-year-old to one of the 70 million adults (1 in 4) who reported living with a disability. It took another year and a half in a nursing home, along with rigorous daily physical therapy, before I was able to qualify for an assisted living facility. Despite my advancements (moving from a wheelchair to a walker/rollator and then to a cane), I still struggle to navigate easily. Each day, with every step, I am reminded of my disability. 

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Swanson had 260 tons of leftover turkey after Thanksgiving 1953. Salesman Gerry Thomas suggested packaging the turkey with cornbread dressing and gravy in aluminum trays inspired by airline meals. The first year, Swanson sold over 10 million TV dinners at 98 cents each.