Ohio State

Columbus, OH

Fortune

People very limited financial resources may qualify for Medicaid to help pay for health costs not covered by Medicare. Health care expenses often increase as people age, due to more health challenges and care needs. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, U.S. adults ages 65 and over...

Who is eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid?

If my mother needs to move into a nursing home, what are the eligibility requirements to get Medicaid coverage?. The rules and requirements for Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care are complicated and will vary according to the state your mother lives in. With that said, here’s a general, simplified rundown of what it takes to qualify.

Savvy Senior-Paying for Nursing Home Care with Medicaid

Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollment has grown to 32.8 million in 2024, representing 54% of total Medicare spending, with significant variation in enrollment across states and counties. This year, 32.8 million people enrolled in a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan, accounting for $462 billion (54%) of total Medicare spending, according to an...

Medicare Advantage Hits 32.8M Enrollees, 54% of Spending

Choosing the right coverage is essential to taking care of your health. Keeping tabs on your plan choices could be a money-saver. Do your best to avoid these blunders, because they could cost you money and make your senior years more stressful. Millions of older Americans get their health coverage...

3 All Too Common Medicare Mistakes Retirees Make

The Social Security Administration utilizes four variables when calculating your monthly retired-worker benefit. There are well-defined advantages to initially collecting Social Security benefits at ages 62, 66, and 70. A thorough study of 20,000 retired-worker claims finds that one claiming age is superior to all others in terms of maximizing...

Here's the Average Social Security Benefit at Ages 62, 66, and 70

FinanceBuzz

Retired and in need of health insurance? Check out our top part-time job picks that give retirees both coverage and flexibility.

8 Best Part-Time Jobs for Retirees Who Need Health Insurance

I started receiving Social Security benefits early at age 62. Back then, full retirement age was 65. At what age will I not be penalized for additional income?. If you’re still working while receiving Social Security benefits, your earnings can affect the amount you receive in benefits up until your full retirement age (FRA). That age is based on when you were born, because it’s been increased over the years as life expectancy and funding for the program have changed.

Dear Penny: I Started Getting Social Security Early. When Will I Get Full Benefits?

According to estimates by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), a farm bill passed by the House Agriculture Committee would lead to up to about $30 billion in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit cuts. The source of the cut comes from the bill limiting the authority of the U.S. Department...

SNAP benefits would be cut by about $30B under House farm bill

DC News Now

Your retirement age can have a major impact on your monthly Social Security check. Here's what to consider.

When is the best age to take Social Security?

Retirement Daily

Learn the signs of undue influence and how it can impact your inheritance rights

Protecting Your Inheritance: Dementia, Lady Bird Deeds and Undue Influence

“I am worried about a phone call I received from someone claiming to be from Medicare who had my personal information and was verifying it. The caller mentioned that I would receive a new plastic Medicare card with a chip the following day. It has now been over a week, and I still haven’t received the card. I think I may have made a serious mistake by confirming my details and responding to the questions the caller posed to me. What steps should I take or whom should I contact to verify if this was a legitimate communication from Medicare?” – Jeanette.

Latest Medicare Scam Targeting Seniors

South Carolina State

GOBankingRates

Planning on retiring in the near future? You are probably looking at all your expenses and trying to figure out how to make ends meet on a fixed income, particularly if you will be relying only on...

How Long Your 401(k) Plus Social Security Benefits Will Last You in North Carolina

Pompano Beach, FL

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Akeena

In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

TheStreet

When it comes to social security benefits, a few key factors impact how much financial assistance you'll receive. Here's what you need to know to maximize your benefits in 2024.

Age, lifetime income, and policy changes may impact how much you'll receive in Social Security benefits.

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NewsNinja

One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

The Motley Fool

Want to join Sam's Club? Find out how military members and veterans, teachers, students, healthcare workers, and more can save money on a new membership.

Teachers, Healthcare Workers, Veterans, and More Can Save Up to 60% Off a New Sam's Club Membership

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

NewsBreak

Medicare 101: Free workshop for older adults & their loved ones

Do you have questions about Medicare? Are you approaching the Medicare age or planning for the future? Are you currently enrolled in Medicare but have some...

Medicare 101: Free workshop for older adults & their loved ones

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