Savvy Senior http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior Savvy Senior RSS Feed What seniors need to do to find and research doctors who accept medicare http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2012-01-03_what_seniors_need_to_do_to_find_and_research_doctors_who_accept_medicare Dear Savvy Senior, What resources are available to help seniors locate and research Medicare doctors? My husband and I are approaching age 65 and need to find a new internist or primary care doctor who accepts Medicare. Our current doctor is not enrolled with Medicare and will not continue seeing us as Medicare patients. - Looking For Care http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2012-01-03_what_seniors_need_to_do_to_find_and_research_doctors_who_accept_medicare How Much Do You Need to Retire? http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-12-05_how_much_do_you_need_to_retire___ http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-12-05_how_much_do_you_need_to_retire___ How to Detect and Prevent Telemarketing Scams http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-10-28_how_to_detect_and_prevent_telemarketing_scams http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-10-28_how_to_detect_and_prevent_telemarketing_scams Downsizing solutions for overwhelmed seniors http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-09-01_downsizing_solutions_for_overwhelmed_seniors http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-09-01_downsizing_solutions_for_overwhelmed_seniors <link>http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-08-01_</link> <description /> <guid>http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-08-01_</guid> </item> <item> <title>How to Find Affordable Dental Care http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-07-18_how_to_find_affordable_dental_care Where can seniors turn to find affordable dental care? I had dental insurance through my work for many years but lost it when I retired. What can you tell me? http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-07-18_how_to_find_affordable_dental_care Simplified Computers for Seniors http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-06-13_simplified_computers_for_seniors__ http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-06-13_simplified_computers_for_seniors__ Best Cell Phone Plans for Seldom Calling Seniors http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-05-19_best_cell_phone_plans_for_seldom_calling_seniors http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-05-19_best_cell_phone_plans_for_seldom_calling_seniors Hearing Aid Assistance for Seniors in Need http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-04-11_hearing_aid_assistance_for_seniors_in_need http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-04-11_hearing_aid_assistance_for_seniors_in_need Reverse Mortgages Have Gotten More Affordable http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-03-17_reverse_mortgages_have_gotten_more_affordable_ http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-03-17_reverse_mortgages_have_gotten_more_affordable_ Raising Grandkids http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-02-24_raising_grandkids http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-02-24_raising_grandkids How to Keep Up With Your Medications http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-02-17_how_to_keep_up_with_your_medications http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-02-17_how_to_keep_up_with_your_medications Diabetes: Have you been screened lately? http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-02-07_diabetes__have_you_been_screened_lately__ http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2011-02-07_diabetes__have_you_been_screened_lately__ How to Save on Your Final Farewell http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-09-24_how_to_save_on_your_final_farewell http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-09-24_how_to_save_on_your_final_farewell Recommended Vaccinations for Seniors this Flu Season http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-09-16_recommended_vaccinations_for_seniors_this_flu_season http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-09-16_recommended_vaccinations_for_seniors_this_flu_season Top 10 Ways to Help Seniors to Beat the Heat http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-06-29_top_10_ways_to_help_seniors_to_beat_the_heat As spring blossoms and the summer heats up, many of our nation’s senior citizens will begin to leave their homes to take advantage of the sun and warm weather. http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-06-29_top_10_ways_to_help_seniors_to_beat_the_heat Compelling Statistics Support the Need for Home Care Assistance http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-05-11_compelling_statistics_support_the_need_for_home_care_assistance · Nearly 25% of all American adults currently provide daily companionship or assistance to a parent or older loved one. http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-05-11_compelling_statistics_support_the_need_for_home_care_assistance Dear Savvy Senior, How will the new healthcare bill affect seniors? My wife and I both receive Medicare benefits and would like to know what we can expect. Concerned Senior   http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-04-27_dear_savvy_senior__how_will_the_new_healthcare_bill_affect_seniors__my_wife_and_i_both_receive_medicare_benefits_and_would_like_to_know_what_we_can_expect__concerned_senior__ Dear Concerned, There are several ways the new healthcare reform law will affect seniors on Medicare and those planning for their retirement years. Here are some of the key changes you should be aware of.    http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-04-27_dear_savvy_senior__how_will_the_new_healthcare_bill_affect_seniors__my_wife_and_i_both_receive_medicare_benefits_and_would_like_to_know_what_we_can_expect__concerned_senior__ Forget About Age Related Memory Loss -10 Steps to an Optimal Memory http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-04-06_forget_about_age_related_memory_loss__10_steps_to_an_optimal_memory No matter what your age, it's not too late to take steps to prevent memory loss. http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-04-06_forget_about_age_related_memory_loss__10_steps_to_an_optimal_memory How to Create a Senior-Friendly Bathroom http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-02-18_how_to_create_a_senior_friendly_bathroom http://lakestevensjournal.com/savvysenior/article.exm/2010-02-18_how_to_create_a_senior_friendly_bathroom