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
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
Savvy Senior - Alzheimer’s: wandering what to do
My wife has Alzheimer’s disease and I worry about her wandering off.
How to choose a senior-friendly home telephone
Normal 0 0 1 636 3627 30 7 4454 11.1282 0 0 0 Dear Savvy SeniorWhere is the best place to find a senior-friendly home telephone with big buttons and amplified...
Cremation: a popular end-of-life option
Dear Savvy Senior, I am interested in learning more about cremation and would like to know what religions allow it. I understand cremation is a lot cheaper...
Auto aids that can help senior drivers
Dear Savvy Senior,I've heard that there are different gadgets or devices you can buy for your car that can help older drivers. I've lost a lot of flexibility...
How to find cheaper prescription drugs
Dear Savvy SeniorI've heard that there are prescription medication discount programs out there to help those in need? I'm 63 years old and currently take...
How to find senior discounts
Dear Savvy Senior,It seems like senior discounts have been dwindling over the past few years. What's the best way to find them?Penny PincherDear Penny,...
Savvy Senior - How to boost your Social Security
Dear Savvy SeniorI know that the size of a person's Social Security retirement benefit is based on how much they earn over their lifetime. But beyond earning...
Savvy Senior - downsizing for dollar
Dear Savvy SeniorOver the years, my husband and I have acquired a house and garage full of stuff, and would like to start downsizing before we get too ...
Savvy Senior - Cell phone savings for seniors
Dear Savvy SeniorA few months ago you wrote a column on simple cell phones for seniors. Can you now write one on cheaper cell phones for seniors on a budget...
Savvy Senior: Grand vacations for grandparents and grandchildren
Dear Savvy SeniorMy husband and I are interested in taking our two grandkids on vacation this summer and are looking for some good ideas. Do you know of...
Savvy Senior - Home safety solutions for seniors who live alone
Dear Savvy SeniorI'm interested in getting my mother one of those emergency call systems with a wearable push-button for her home in case she falls or ...
Savvy Senior: Senior friendly computers
Savvy SeniorSenior-friendly computers Dear Savvy SeniorAre there any special computers out there designed for senior citizens? My 70-year-old mother would...
Savvy Senior Pet Insurance: Is it a good idea for seniors on a budget?
Dear Savvy SeniorMy widowed mother-in-law has two cats and a dog (her adopted family) and would be willing to spend her life savings to take care of them...
How to Find Long Lost Friends
How to Find Long Lost FriendsDear Savvy SeniorI just turned 60, and before I get any older I would like to get back in touch with some long-lost friends...
Acupuncture: An effective way to treat arthritis pain and more
Dear Savvy SeniorWhat can you tell me about acupuncture? I have osteoarthritis and am looking for an alternative solution to ease my joint pain. Aching...
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