Archive for November 2023
Savvy Senior: How Seniors Can Get Help Paying for Everyday Needs
Dear Savvy Senior, What types of programs are available to help seniors struggling with their everyday bills, and how do I go about finding them? Since I lost my husband last year, my Social Security survivor benefit is barely enough to get by on. Searching Senior Dear Searching, I’m very sorry for your loss, but…
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Dear Savvy Senior, I’m interested in contributing to a health savings account to help boost my retirement savings but would like to better understand how they work. What can you tell me? Almost 60 Dear Almost, A health savings account, or HSA, is a fantastic financial tool that can help you build up a tax-free…
Read MoreSavvy Senior: Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Look For
Dear Savvy Senior, I’m currently enrolled in original Medicare but have been thinking about switching to a Medicare Advantage plan during the open enrollment period. Many of the Medicare Advantage ads I’ve seen offer lots of extra benefits beyond what traditional Medicare offers and no monthly premiums. What are your thoughts? Considering a Switch Dear…
Read MoreAdams County Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Adams County Community Foundation has announced it will start accepting scholarship applications on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Applications are available to high school graduates in Adams County who will be attending college or trade school in 2024. The window to accept applications will close February 14, 2024. Applicants should go to the Adams County…
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