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Writing your own will is possible, easy for seniors
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good do-it-yourself resources to help me write my will? At age 62, I want to get my affairs organized, but I hate paying a high-priced attorney fee if I can do it myself. Don't Have Much Dear Don't If you have a simple, straightforward estate and an uncomplicated family situation, writing your own will – with the help of a good do-it-yourself guide – is a viable alternative ...
Senior Calendar: Nov. 19, 2012
Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St., Newhall. For a detailed monthly calendar, call the center at 661-259-9444. All the following activities will occur at the SCV Senior Center, 1 p.m., in rooms A1-A2 unless otherwise indicated. Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., blood-pressure checks held, Activity Room 6. Every other Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon, hearing screenings held, Supportive Services modular. The Santa Clarita and Castaic Lions Clubs have ...
Senior Center adds 2
The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center has added two new staff members last month, a move that will help streamline operations.
Shop early for Medicare plan
The most important shopping seniors may do this season is for a Medicare prescription drug plan. Therefore, it's one holiday shopping item that shouldn't wait until the last minute.
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Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St., Newhall. For a detailed monthly calendar, call the center at 661-259-9444. All the following activities will occur at the SCV Senior Center, 1 p.m., in rooms A1-A2 unless otherwise indicated. Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., blood-pressure checks held, Activity Room 6. Every other Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon, hearing screenings held, Supportive Services modular. Free spine education program Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial ...
Senior Calendar
Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St., Newhall. For a detailed monthly calendar, call the center at 661-259-9444. All the following activities will occur at the SCV Senior Center, 1 p.m., in rooms A1-A2 unless otherwise indicated. Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., blood-pressure checks held, Activity Room 6. Every other Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon, hearing screenings held, Supportive Services modular. Free spine education Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital's ...
Jim Miller: Find your shot
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any new or different types of vaccines being recommended to seniors this flu season? Health Conscious Carol Dear Carol, There are actually several types of flu shots available to seniors this year, along with a new FDA-approved shot for pneumonia. Here are your options. Flu shots Just as they do every year, the CDC strongly recommends a seasonal flu shot to almost everyone, but it's especially important for seniors who ...
Jack Cheevers: Preventive services free to those with Medicare
In California, the Affordable Care Act – the new health care law – helped 1,327,883 people with original Medicare get at least one preventive service at no cost to them during the first six months of 2012, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced today. This is 45% of those eligible for these services in California. This figure also includes 109,444 in California who have taken advantage of the Annual Wellness Visit provided by ...
Retirees turn to personal legacies
CHICAGO (AP) - A growing number of retirees are looking to pass along more to the next generation than money and possessions.
How older drivers can cut vehicle costs
For most of us, driving is a necessity, and so is doing it as cost-effectively as possible - even in retirement when most of us stay in our suburban homes. Saving money on automobile-related expenses like gas and insurance can help free up cash for other important things.
Senior Calendar: Oct. 15, 2012
Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St., Newhall. For a detailed monthly calendar, call the center at 661-259-9444. All the following activities will occur at the SCV Senior Center, 1 p.m., in rooms A1-A2 unless otherwise indicated. Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., blood-pressure checks held, Activity Room 6. Every other Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon, hearing screenings held, Supportive Services modular. Free spine education program Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial ...
‘We must have done something right’
When Jerry Martin was 20, he thought the cute girl who worked at the Los Angeles deli with him was too good for him. Luckily, he looked like a certain rock star, so Evelyn, then 17, went with him to the big union dance.
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Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St., Newhall. For a detailed monthly calendar, call the center at 661-259-9444. All the following activities will occur at the SCV Senior Center, 1 p.m., in rooms A1-A2 unless otherwise indicated. Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., blood-pressure checks held, Activity Room 6. Every other Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon, hearing screenings held, Supportive Services modular. Spine education Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital's free ...
Voluntourism
Dear Savvy Senior Can you write a column on volunteer vacations? My husband and I are both in our 60s and are interested in taking a service-oriented "altruistic" vacation this summer but could use some help. Retired Travelers Dear Retired, If you're looking to do more on your vacation than relax in the sun or go sightseeing, volunteer service vacations - also known as voluntourism - are a great alternative and a growing trend among ...
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Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St., Newhall. For a detailed monthly calendar, call the center at 661-259-9444. All the following activities will occur at the SCV Senior Center, 1 p.m., in rooms A1-A2 unless otherwise indicated. Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., blood-pressure checks held, Activity Room 6. Every other Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon, hearing screenings held, Supportive Services modular. Spine education Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital's free ...
Articles by Section - Senior Living
What to look for in elder care
As men and women enter their golden years, many decide they can no longer maintain their homes and choose to downgrade to something smaller, be it an apartment or a condominium.
Don’t fall for these retirement myths
Do you dream of the day you can retire, but aren't sure how to get there? You're not alone.
Senior Calendar: Monday,Feb. 25, 2013
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