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John Grant
Dec 5, 2024
Florida's struggling seniors deserve a better view of the future
Legendary star of the silver screen Ingrid Berman once said, “Getting old is like climbing a mountain; you get a little out of breath,...
John Grant
Nov 4, 2024
No More Important Time Of Year, Especially For Seniors
To say there is a lot going on in our country right now would be a gross understatement. And it seems the nearly 55 million seniors...
Medicare Rights Center
Aug 23, 2024
Examining the Consequences of Health Care Debt Among Older Adults
Despite Medicare’s significant successes , the program’s out-of-pocket costs are burdensome for many and medical debt is far too...
South Florida Sun Sentinel
Aug 19, 2024
As cost of living rises, the ‘unretired’ in South Florida return to work
The 401(k) plan is exhausted, savings have shriveled and that monthly Social Security payout doesn’t come close to covering basic monthly...
401K Specialist
Jul 22, 2024
Most Pre-Retirees Pushing Back Retirement Timeline
Retirement can—or must—wait, say a startling nearly 7 in 10 over-50 pre-retirees in a new survey released today from F&G Annuities &...
U.S. News & World Report
Jul 10, 2024
6 Tips for Aging Alone
Whether it's a widow or widower remaining on their own, a childless and single older adult who relishes independence or a rural resident...
The Street
Jun 11, 2024
The average retired American faces these new Medicare changes in 2025
There are many concerns Americans regularly confront about their retirement years. The cost of living, fluctuations in the stock market...
WFTV
May 31, 2024
Scammers show up at woman's home to take her to the bank
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Brenda Crowe’s mom had not been home alone long when she had to make a frantic 911 call to keep someone from taking...
Florida Trend
May 30, 2024
DeSantis signs law designed to protect seniors from financial scams
TALLAHASSEE — A measure (SB 556) that will allow banks to delay withdrawing money if employees believe that seniors or “vulnerable”...
John Grant
May 8, 2024
Hard-hit seniors
It’s no secret inflation is hitting Americans like never before. Seniors especially are feeling the pain. While groceries, gas and...
Medical Xpress
May 7, 2024
Money on their minds: Health-related costs top older adults' concerns for people their age, poll finds
From medical and dental care to medications, insurance and nursing homes, health-related costs weigh heavily on the minds of older...
Fort Myers News-Press
Apr 25, 2024
Move, cut back or go bare: Florida seniors juggle skyrocketing costs, impossible choices
In Lee County, just steps from the Caloosahatchee River, lies Priscilla O’Harra’s concrete block home. Her husband built it in the ‘70s,...
Tampa Bay Times
Apr 10, 2024
Older Floridians are going back to work as life gets less affordable
Larry Gesick couldn’t hear his alarm, so when it went off at 5 a.m., his wife nudged him awake. A half-hour later, he was out the door —...
Forbes
Jan 25, 2024
Aging In Place Statistics (2024)
For older adults who prefer to age in place, making safety modifications to their home or downsizing to a residence that requires less...
Miami Herald
Jul 19, 2023
How to Set Clear Expectations With a Home Care Provider
Home care is an excellent option for seniors who want to remain in their homes as long as possible. It can offer the same support...
Florida Politics
May 4, 2023
Groups react to new Prescription Drug Reform Act after Gov. DeSantis delivers his signature
Supporters are celebrating 'historic' reforms and the beginning of lower prescription costs. Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed the...
John Grant
May 3, 2023
Gov. DeSantis Fills Prescription for Drug Pricing Reform
Thank you, Governor Ron DeSantis, for signing the Prescription Drug Reform Act and placing new limits on Pharmacy Benefits Managers,...
Florida Politics
Apr 19, 2023
Poll shows Florida voters support PBM regulation
Three-quarters said they would back politicians who vote for PBM regulations. New polling shows Florida voters are in favor of...
John Grant
Apr 4, 2023
Florida Seniors Deserve Fair Prescription Prices, PBMs Are Getting in Our Way
Earlier this year, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced plans to address the role pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) play in the high costs so...
John Grant
Dec 14, 2022
Florida lawmakers attempt a Christmas miracle during special session
It’s that time of year when kids around the world are making their Christmas wish lists and sending them off to the North Pole. Florida...
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