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Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What Seniors and Caregivers Need to Know
Millions of Americans are set to receive economic impact payments from the government. Learn about eligibility requirements, amounts and how to submit updated information to ensure older Americans get their coronavirus stimulus checks.
1 CommentWhat Is an Area Agency on Aging?
Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) help seniors locate community resources that can assist them in remaining independent and safely aging in place. Find federal, state and local elder care services by contacting the Area Agency on Aging near you.
0 CommentsExpedited Social Security Applications Available for Disabling Health Conditions
The Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program allows individuals with certain medical conditions to receive determinations for SSDI and/or SSI in a matter of weeks instead of months.
0 CommentsDiscounts and Free Services for Seniors and Their Caregivers
With so many older adults living on limited incomes, finding affordable products and services is crucial to making ends meet. Get the inside scoop on freebies and discounts available to you and your aging loved one.
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Government Benefits Questions
Back pay to current pay for caregiving for elderly relatives/family members?
5 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Nov 26, 2024LO is 88 and blind in one eye and low vision in the other. Can she get SSA disability support?
3 AnswersGeaton777 Answered Nov 24, 2024I got loans on SSI to pay bills and didn't report, how is that going to affect me? I feel SSI is just a setup for failure nobody can live on.
9 AnswersDaughterof1930 Answered Nov 19, 2024I was offered free rent in exchange for live-in caregiving.
5 AnswersGeaton777 Answered Nov 13, 2024
Government Benefits Discussions
My daughter and her family want me to move in and they want to care for me, now that I can not care myself.
3 Commentsfunkygrandma59 Commented Nov 10, 2024How can I apply to get pay for taking care of my 28 year old daughter? She is mentally disabled.
3 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented May 22, 2024Looking for independent living apartments.
3 CommentsIsthisrealyreal Commented Mar 15, 2024Where do I start search for reasonable, or volunteer, in-home health care?
7 CommentsOldArkie Commented Sep 2023
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