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…

Oregon Senior Medical Debt: New Law Protects Credit Scores
Finance Health & Medical

Oregon Senior Medical Debt: New Law Protects Credit Scores

Oregon Shields Seniors from Medical Debt Credit Damage Oregon’s senior medical debt protections take effect on January 1, 2026, thanks to a groundbreaking new law passed in July 2025. Oregon becomes the first state in the U.S. to stop credit bureaus from factoring unpaid medical bills into the credit scores of residents aged 65 and…

New 2025 Law Slashes Senior Health & Food Benefits: What You Need to Know About the “Big, Beautiful Bill”
Health & Medical

Healthcare Budget Cuts 2025: What Seniors Must Know

Historic Budget Bill Slashes Healthcare and Nutrition for Seniors Healthcare budget cuts in 2025 are no longer a proposal—they’re law. On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the controversial “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” enacting historic cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs that millions of older Americans rely on. Here’s what it means for seniors…

Best Exercise Equipment for Seniors
Health & Medical

Best Home Exercise Equipment for Seniors (2024)

It can be hard to stay active as you get older, especially if you don’t have access to the best exercise equipment for seniors.  Most people think that the only way to stay active as you get older is by going to a gym, but that’s not true. There are a lot of great exercises…

Top 10 Problems Senior Citizens Face
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Top 10 Problems Senior Citizens Face in 2024

As we journey through life, reaching our senior years should be a time to enjoy the fruits of our labor, embrace new experiences, and cherish time with loved ones. However, many seniors in America face significant challenges that can impact their quality of life. In this article, we explore the top 10 problems senior citizens…

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