SSA's Anti-Fraud ID Checks Are Still Confusing Beneficiaries
The one sure way to find out is to call the SSA. Here's their phone number.
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Where the 2026 Flight Deals Are: A Snowbird's Guide to the Cheapest Airports
Some smaller markets have better deals than larger market airports believe it or not.
Introducing Our "Longevity Habit Tracker"
How much do you do of... well, what you do? Take 5 minutes and see how your habits are shaing out.
Don't Click That "Your Photos Will Be Deleted" Email — It's a Trap
On the surface, the email looks like someone you know, but the sender is not someone you'll ever want to meet. Trust us.
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SCAM OF THE WEEK: A Free Bathroom Remodel from Medicare
There ARE things that Medicare will help with, but an entire new bathroom may be a stretch.
Introducing: Ahead of Alzheimer's with Emily Kaplan
A new series hosted by former ABC News journalist Emily Kaplan
Billions in Benefits Are Going Unclaimed. Some of That Money May Be Yours.
We're talking nearly $12k in some cases.
The ‘Gelatide’ Diet & Seniors — the 5 “Celebrity Doctors” Scammers Use to Sell It
Be sure to watch the video that walks you through all these claims
Word Up! is a daily puzzle in the spirit of Wordle — but with its own spin.
Word Up! is a puzzle in the spirit of Wordle — but with its own spin.
A daily 4x4 or 5x5 mini-sized crossword puzzle
Daily large crossword to play online (with a freind, too) or print out and do offline.
Senior Discounts in 2026: What's Still Real, What Quietly Disappeared, What You're Missing
Property tax relief? Yeah -- museum passes, too.
The Tariffs That Actually Matter If You're on a Fixed Income
New tariffs are in on 80+ countries. Most of it won't touch senior budgets directly. A few will.
The New Housing Bill Sounds Great for Seniors, But What's the Reality?
An ASU professor explains the pluses and minuses
Is Your MyChart Message Going to Cost You?
Doctors are drowning in portal messages — and now some are billing for them
Nutritionists Rate the Best Breakfast Items for Seniors
5 nutritionists rank 12 breakfast staples for adults 50+, and explain what makes or breaks each
MIND'ing Your Food Later Still Helps
New research says the MIND diet's benefits don't require a head start
You're Trusting WHO For Your Medical Advice?
Nearly a third of seniors are buying in without ever checking credentials
The Real Cost of Dementia Care Isn't on Anyone's Bill
Our calculator will help you assess how much it could cost you if you're confronted with a situation like this
What Happens If Your Life Changes While in a Senior Community?
Find out when these options should be discussed and who takes care of the costs
The New Housing Bill Sounds Great for Seniors, But What's the Reality?
An ASU professor explains the pluses and minuses
Caregivers in Crisis: Survey Finds 77% Financially Overwhelmed as Out-of-Pocket Costs Surge
Caregivers are being stretched to the breaking point — financially, emotionally, and professionally
Why Older Men Are America's Loneliest Group — And Won't Admit It
This is not a hopeless situation, especially with things like Men's Sheds and Visiting Angels
Summer Travel 2026: Watch Out for These Sneaky Fees — But Here's Where Prices Are Actually Dropping
Hotels charging for poolside towels? Not nice.
Adventure Has No Age Limit: Seniors Are Redefining What It Means to Grow Older
How much would YOU pay so you and your spouse could have separate rooms on vaca?
New Data Reveals Destinations Where Affordable Flights Prove to be Consistent
Deals to Barcelona, Milan and Dublin averaged more than 45% off
If You Plan on Flying Somewhere This Summer, Book it NOW
No better time than now to get hip to Goldilocks fares
iPad tips, travel tip$, prescription $avings, and a tip on one of our games
Great late week reading and game playing
10 iPad Apps & Tips You Probably Weren't Hip To
How to add the Siri suggestion widget, customize Control Center, and where the magnifier is on an iPad.
Can Your Grandkid's VR Headset Help You Feel Less Alone?
Seniors are using VR headsets to travel, play, and connect with family — and the research says it's actually working.
Dear "HotGrandma@Gmail" -- Your Redemption Awaits
If you're interested, you can probably take care of this in less than 10 minutes
Fist Bump for Seniors: Minnesota, Tennessee, and Indiana Say No More to Bitcoin ATMs
We share the one rule that stops this scam cold.
Passwords, Passkeys, & Permission Sharing for Seniors
Do you know what to do when a family member insists on having password access?
How to Spot an Age-Targeted Health Scam Email in 10 Seconds
Bonus: The one thing we didn't know we should never do to try and stop getting more of these emails.
The Fake Doctor Behind a Viral Sleep Scam Targeting CPAP Users
An SSD reader helps us crack open a sophisticated AI-generated campaign preying on seniors with Alzheimer's family histories
