Older Americans Act Turns 60: Seniors Call for Increased Funding
Political

Older Americans Act Turns 60: Seniors Call for Increased Funding

As the Older Americans Act (OAA) marks its 60th anniversary, five of the nation’s largest aging services organizations are calling on Congress to protect and increase Older Americans Act funding. These programs help millions of seniors age with dignity by providing meals, caregiver support, transportation, and more. What Is the Older Americans Act? First passed…

80% of Americans Are Worried About Medicare’s Future
Health & Medical

80% of Americans Are Worried About Medicare’s Future

A new 2025 survey by eHealth and Retirable has revealed a troubling sentiment among future retirees: 80% of Americans fear Medicare won’t be there when they become eligible. Despite decades of reliability, rising healthcare costs and political uncertainty have cast doubt on the long-term future of Medicare. So, what’s really going on—and should current or…

Elderly man left in the dark without power during Hurricane Beryl in Texas
Health & Medical

Texas Seniors Recall Hurricane Beryl (Left Without Backup Power)

As Texans mark the anniversary of Hurricane Beryl, the spotlight is on how Texas seniors were left dangerously exposed. When the power failed, many older adults endured the heat without air conditioning, oxygen, or refrigerated medications. It highlighted the growing risk for seniors during natural disasters, such as Beryl. When Hurricane Beryl tore through the…

New 2025 Social Security Tax Relief: What Seniors Need to Know
Finance Retirement

New 2025 Social Security Tax Relief: What Seniors Need to Know

Have you heard the buzz about historic Social Security tax relief for seniors in 2025? The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently applauded a new law that changes how benefits are taxed, and headlines claim “90% of seniors won’t pay taxes on Social Security anymore.” But is it really that simple? Let’s break it down. Update:…

TSA May End Shoes-Off Rule (Airport Security Update)
Travel

TSA May End Shoes-Off Rule (Airport Security Update)

No More Shoes Off at TSA? Change May Be Coming to Airports Near You It’s the ritual most travelers dread: the awkward removal of shoes at airport security. But this decades-old policy may finally be on its way out. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is testing new screening technology at select airports that could eliminate…

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