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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
Can caregiver costs be deducted from my income taxes?
8 AnswersCareHero Answered Jan 16, 2025Is there anyway to get paid for providing live-in care for my 78-yr-old bed-bound mother?
1 AnswerAlvaDeer Answered Jan 16, 2025Does anyone know about aid for home care for a spouse that served during Vietnam era. It should be up and above DIC.
2 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Jan 15, 2025I lived next door to my parents in sister's vacant in exchange for taking care of my parents. Should SS consider that free rent?
3 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Jan 11, 2025
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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