Social Security Benefits Calculator helps people plan their retirement
AARP recently launched the Social Security Benefits Calculator, a new service for older adults who are planning their retirement. The application asks for some basic information about the individual...
View ArticlePreparing for retirement: Don’t forget about 401k accounts from former employers
During the recession the many people lost their jobs, and the unemployment rate has remained high. The Bureau of Labor Statistics found it to be holding at around 9 percent in June. Many individuals...
View ArticleAffording retirement is the most important financial goal for Americans
The American Dream used to be all about owning a home, but now things have changed. Now, the most important financial goal for Americans is having enough money to retire, according to a new survey by...
View ArticlePlanning for retirement is especially important in weak economy
Baby boomers are beginning to cross the line into retirement age, and the timing is less than ideal, with the recent recession, the nation's debt crisis and the threat of another recession looming in...
View ArticleRisks are less favorable when planning retirement in poor economic times
During unstable economic times, older adults should take precautions when planning for their retirements. The debt ceiling crisis caused many to panic about their financial well being, but it may be...
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Study suggests changing Medicare eye screenings to become cost-effective
A new study conducted by scientists from the Public Health Research at NORC at the University of Chicago discovered that by replacing the vision acuity screening with dilated eye screenings to save...
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Analysts discover one in five baby boomers cut back on healthcare
In an effort to save money, more than 20 percent of Americans over the age of 50 are cutting back on their healthcare costs, according to new findings from the Employee Benefit Research Institute....
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7 easy ways for seniors to save money
With the rising costs of essentials like gas, groceries, medical care and other daily necessities, many people are finding out that their dollars aren't stretching as far as they used to. Seniors in...
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Infographic: Risks & Costs of Senior Fall Injuries
Everyone remembers, sometimes with laughter, the old commercials, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up.” They’re about as ubiquitous as Wendy’s “Where’s the beef?” commercials (also featuring an older...
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Bay Alarm Medical Joins Feeding America in the Fight Against Hunger
This holiday season, Bay Alarm Medical is partnering with Feeding America to join the fight against hunger. Over the next few months, we’ll be donating a portion of our profits to help feed hungry...
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Will Insurance Pay For Home Medical Alert Systems?
A question we get often from our callers is “Will insurance pay for the cost of a medical alert system?” We’ll breakdown the answer to this question, and examine your insurance options with you in the...
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The Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medical Alert Coverage
Will the Affordable Care Act affect your Medicare coverage? Many boomers may be wondering how the new Affordable Care Act will affect their Medicare coverage. There are many changes coming down the...
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The High Price of Elder Financial Exploitation
If you think financial scams against the elderly are a petty and insignificant crime that will never happen to your loved one – think again. The National Adult Protective Services Association currently...
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How To Care For Parents Despite Geographic Distance
Whether your aging parents are a plane-ride away, or just 20 miles that becomes an hour drive in crazy Bay area traffic – geographic distance for adult children helping Mom and Dad is a serious...
View ArticleThe Battle Against Elderly Financial Scams | Bay Alarm Medical Mondays
The issue of elderly financial abuse is something Bay Alarm Medical has continued to discuss over the past year. Financial scams against seniors are pulling over $36 billion annually from their...
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How No-Monthly-Fee Medical Alert Services Work
How No-Monthly-Fee Medical Alert Services Work You may have heard about no-monthly-fee medical alert services, but you might not understand how they work or if they are right for you or your loved...
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How To Save Money on Medical Bills | Medical Monday
Did you know? The #1 cause of bankruptcy in the U.S. is medical bills? In fact, 63% of Americans have larger medical bills than expected, making it difficult for many to pay them off without going...
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How To Avoid Medical Alert System Scams – Bay Alarm Medical
Over the years, seniors have fallen victim to scam artists who exploit their age and vulnerability in order to get money. Thanks to technology, scammers have gotten smarter about how they prey on...
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Seniors and Financial Fraud: How To Spot & Prevent Scams
Financial scammers see the country’s aging population as a target-rich environment: at least 20% of seniors over 65 have been victims. Information technology and social media give con artists new ways...
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