Apr 10 2018
New Medicare cards will be sent to recipients between April 2018 to April 2019, says AMAC ‘It won’t be a foolproof precaution, but it will go a long way toward protecting your identities’ Medicare has long been a lucrative target for fraudsters. In fact, Medicare fraud costs taxpayers tens of billions of dollars each year. …
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Apr 03 2018
Many Seniors Are Becoming America’s Nomadic Workforce A big part of the American Dream is the promise of an easier lifestyle in retirement, but “too many older Americans are living a vagabond existence in a retirement nightmare,” according to Dan Weber, president of the Association of Mature American Citizens. Weber says that many would-be retirees …
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Mar 27 2018
Online purchase scams are now the riskiest form of consumer fraud in North America, according to a new report from Better Business Bureau. In 2017, consumers reported more than 47,000 scams to BBB’s Scam Tracker (BBB.org/ScamTracker). BBB analyzed this information using its unique BBB Scam Risk Index to determine the riskiest scams based on consumers’ …
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Mar 06 2018
21st Century technology is bettering the lives of seniors The use of technology among seniors is growing at an unprecedented rate, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. “According to several recent studies, more and more older Americans are using smart phones, computers and the Internet in their daily lives than ever before,” says …
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Mar 01 2018
There’s more to consider than your financial wellbeing if you are planning early retirement. You need to give thought to the impact that the change in your daily routine when you retire can have on your physical and mental health, says senior advocate Dan Weber, president of the Association of Mature American Citizens. “There’s the …
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Feb 27 2018
With all the buzz about bitcoin, more people are considering it as an investment. But with anything new and complex, con artists try to take advantage. BBB Scam Tracker has received many complaints from people who have lost 1,000’s. How the Scam Works: You are looking to purchase bitcoin, so you search online. You find …
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Feb 20 2018
Historians estimate that as many as one-third of Colorado’s early settlers moved to the state for reasons associated with health. Several historic Colorado destinations and landmarks such as The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs and the Colorado Chautauqua in Boulder were originally founded, and are still sought after, as places for wellness retreats and individual healing. …
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Feb 13 2018
The American Heart Association wants to help everyone live longer, healthier lives so they can enjoy all of life’s precious moments. And we know that starts with taking care of your health. American Heart Month, a federally designated event, is a great way to remind Americans to focus on their hearts and encourage …
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Feb 01 2018
Looking to surprise your loved one this Valentine’s Day with something a bit different? Check out these five creative gift ideas that will help make the day special. 1. Take a trip around the world with your taste buds. Cooking dinner for your partner on Valentine’s Day is nothing new, but kick it up a …
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Jan 16 2018
A busy lifestyle and cooler weather can take a toll on the body, especially for those who suffer from chronic aches and pains. Whether the cause of your pain is due to injury, stress, or poor sleep, there are many ways to feel better while avoiding future pain. To stay well this season and naturally …
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Jan 09 2018
A Colorado Nurse has been dealing with Chronic Kidney Disease since the age of 17. She was active in Dance, Piano, Cheerleading, and loves animals and dogs. Some months ago she went into kidney failure and almost died. After hospitalization in Denver at St. Lukes/Presbyterian, she returned home and has been on Dialysis 3x week. …
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Jan 02 2018
By Marty Coffin Evans The clock ticked to 12 and corks popped greeting 2018. Happy New Year from 50 Plus! Just what will 2018 hold – the expected and unexpected? No doubt, both will comprise the year for most. In the expected column, planned events will materialize. Perhaps that long planned for trip will actually …
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