AARP and Ad Council Launch New Campaign to Help Seniors Plan for Retirement
A new survey by AARP reveals concerning statistics about retirement readiness: 61% of older adults worry they won’t have enough…
Proposal Could Bring $495 Relief Payments to Social Security Recipients
The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) has proposed a one-time payment of $495 for Social Security beneficiaries, using funds recovered from…
Mega Millions Lottery Price Increasing
Mega Millions lottery tickets will increase from $2 to $5 starting April 5, 2025. Despite the higher cost, officials promise…
When Medicaid Will Cover Your Nursing Home Costs in New Jersey
Nursing home care in New Jersey is expensive, averaging about $12,700 per month in 2024. Since Medicare and health insurance…
Nursing Home Care: What Medicare Covers and What It Doesn’t
Most nursing home care is considered custodial care (help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and eating) rather than medical…
Free Tax Filing Now Available for NJ Seniors with Retirement Income
New Jersey has expanded its Direct File program to include residents with retirement income, making free tax filing available to…
Senior Living Communities Help Combat Loneliness and Improve Health
A recent U.S. News survey shows that senior living communities can significantly reduce loneliness and improve health among older adults.…
Walgreens Continues Store Closures in New Jersey
Walgreens is closing more stores in New Jersey as part of its nationwide plan to shut down nearly 1,200 locations…
Medicaid Oversight Recovers Billions in New Jersey
New Jersey’s Medicaid monitoring offices have identified over $1 billion in fraud, overpayments, or wrongful payments during the past decade.…
Social Security Update: 2026 COLA Prediction
According to The Senior Citizens League (TSCL), Social Security beneficiaries can expect a 2.2% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026, slightly…