Silver Threads

The scale of economic insecurity among U.S. seniors often goes unnoticed and is amplified as a result of COVID-19. Articles offer personal stories, distressing statistics and some targeted solutions to both problems.

Medicare Open Enrollment is a time to assess your plan to see what is new and determine if you want to change. Also, find out more about Joe Namath’s free Medicare Advantage Plan.

Articles focus on the health benefits of vitamins C and D for boosting immunity in seniors, with support from Dr. Fauci, authority in the battle against COVID-19.

Experts in several fields offer insights into a post-vaccine world for seniors and pundits view the 2020 election.

Articles from Next Avenue, The East Hampton Star, CNN and CBC share stories of seniors who are still singing opera and sharing with others while professionals send singing telegrams to those in senior residences.

Articles from 55+ magazine gives voice to women and men in their pursuit of justice. Nancy Dubner’s focus is on women’s rights and three black artists share their passion for racial justice.

AARP’s July article offers research showing that joy is hardwired into our genes and that music has an especially healing effect during these stress-filled COVID-19 times.

AARP’s article, The Changing American Table tells us how science and technology have changed what we eat and the way we produce our food. It offers a timeline from Campbell’s Mushroom Soup in 1934 to meals kits delivered to your door today.

AARP’s August Bulletin published its annual “99 ways to save” feature for savings offering tips from experts on groceries, cleaning, technology, gardening and more

Recent research relating to Alzheimer’s Disease has offered some surprising findings for seniors. Studies show flu and pneumonia vaccines may lower Alzheimer’s risk, as could getting good quality sleep.