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Wed, Jan 18, 2012 

 

How to get financial and retirement advice on a budget

Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any resources that provide affordable one-shot financial advice for folks on a budget? I’m about six years from retirement and would like a quick financial checkup and get a few questions answered, but I don’t want to pay an ongoing financial advisor to manage my money. -Seeking Advice

Wed, Dec 14, 2011 

 

How to find and research doctors who accept Medicare

Dear Savvy Senior, What resources are available to help seniors locate and research Medicare doctors? My husband and I are approaching age 65 and need to find a new internist or primary care doctor who accepts Medicare. Our current doctor is not enrolled with Medicare and will not continue seeing us as Medicare patients. -Looking For Care

Wed, Nov 16, 2011 

 

Funeral planning on a budget

Dear Savvy Senior, I just turned 75, and have been thinking about getting my funeral and burial arrangements taken care of so my kids won’t have to. What funeral preplanning tips can you offer a senior with little money? -Not Dead Yet

Wed, Oct 19, 2011 

 

New flu vaccine for seniors provides better protection

Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve read that there is a new extra-strength flu vaccine being offered to seniors this year. What can you tell me about it, where can I find it, and does Medicare cover it? -Flu-Conscious Connie

Wed, Sep 21, 2011 

 

Downsizing solutions for seniors

Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend to help seniors with downsizing? I have been thinking about moving to a retirement community, but in order to move I need to get rid of a lot of my stuff. I have a four-bedroom house as well as an attic and basement that are full. Any tips would be appreciated. -Overwhelmed Senior

Wed, Aug 17, 2011 

 

How to prevent falls

Dear Savvy Senior, Can you write a column on fall prevention tips for elderly seniors? My 81-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past year. What can you tell us? -Concerned Daughter

Wed, Jul 20, 2011 

 

Assistive listening devices can help seniors hear better

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about assistive listening devices? My husband is hearing impaired but doesn’t like wearing his hearing aids, so I’m wondering if some of these devices can help. -Loud Talking Spouse

Wed, Jun 15, 2011 

 

Assistance programs for lower-income seniors

Dear Savvy Senior, What kinds of programs are available to help low-income seniors with their Medicare costs and other expenses? My 81-year-old mother has gone through her savings and is having a tough time getting by on her Social Security benefits. What can you tell us? -Worried Son

Wed, May 18, 2011 

 

How seniors can stop junk mail and prevent mail fraud

Dear Savvy Senior, How can I reduce the junk mail my elderly mother gets? She gets around 25 pieces of junk mail each day, and I just discovered that she’s given away nearly $2,000 over the past year to many of the sleazy groups that mail her this junk. How can I stop this? -Frustrated Daughter

Wed, Apr 20, 2011 

 

Elder mediation can help adult families resolve conflicts

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about elder mediation for resolving family conflicts? My mother has Alzheimer’s disease, and to make matters worse, my three siblings and I have been perpetually arguing about how to handle her care and finances. Would this type of service be helpful to us? -Tired of Fighting

Wed, Mar 16, 2011 

 

How to keep up with your medications

Dear Savvy Senior, What devices can you recommend to help forgetful seniors keep up with their medications? My 76-year-old mother takes nine different prescription drugs and that doesn’t include all the vitamin supplements or over-the-counter medicines she takes. Any suggestions? -Concerned Daughter

Wed, Feb 16, 2011 

 

Do You Need To File a Tax Return This Year?

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS filing requirements for seniors this year? I had to file income tax returns last year, but my income dropped a bit and I’m wondering if I may be off the hook this year. What can you tell me? -Tired of Taxes

Wed, Jan 19, 2011 

 

Help for seniors facing foreclosure

Dear Savvy Senior, What kind of help is available to seniors who are facing foreclosure? My 76-year-old mother has fallen behind on her house payments and is very concerned about losing her home. -Worried Daughter

Wed, Dec 15, 2010 

 

Recommended vaccinations for seniors this flu season

Dear Savvy Senior, Outside of a seasonal flu shot, which I usually get, are public health officials recommending any additional vaccinations for seniors this flu season? -Cautious Carol

Wed, Nov 17, 2010 

 

Medicare’s Preventive Services are about to get better

Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve heard that Medicare will soon be offering seniors free health screenings. What can you tell me about this? -Searching Senior

Wed, Oct 20, 2010 

 

Best cell phone plans for seldom calling seniors

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the absolutely cheapest cell phone plans for seniors? I’ve had a cell phone for nearly four years that I rarely use, but I like having it for emergency purposes. -Infrequent Caller

Wed, Sep 15, 2010 

 

Senior-friendly furniture

Dear Savvy Senior, I’m in the market for some senior-friendly furniture and could use some help. My husband and I have arthritis and have gotten to the point where getting up from a seated position – especially from our living room couch and recliners – has become a real chore. Can you recommend some good cushioned lift chairs or furniture accessories that can help us? -Can’t Get Up

Wed, Aug 18, 2010 

 

Important health screenings for seniors

Dear Savvy Senior, What health screenings are recommended for seniors? My husband and I are very proactive about staying healthy and are wondering which screenings we really need. -Alive and Kicking

Wed, Jul 21, 2010 

 

How to settle a loved one’s estate

Dear Savvy Senior, My 77-year-old aunt recently asked me to be the executor of her estate when she dies. I feel flattered that she asked, but I’m not sure what the job entails. What can you tell me, and where can I get some help? -Honored but Clueless

Wed, Apr 21, 2010 

 

Driving helpers for aging drivers and concerned families

Dear Savvy Senior, What types of resources are available to help elderly drivers and their families? My 84-year-old mother still drives fairly well but her skills have diminished some over the past few years and I know the day is soon coming where she’ll need to quit. Backseat Son


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