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Attention Seniors!!

This is your page! If you were born in 1942 or earlier, we want to pick your brain. Any articles you wish to submit on any topic will be cheerfully posted here. In addition, tell us your concerns, ask us your questions, and we will try to post a reasonable answer on this page. Don't be shy! You may use a pseudonym or just remain anonymous, if you wish.

Computers and the Internet Made Easy for Seniors. Computers and the Internet skills for elderly, practical tips about how to use your personal computer. Free computer training senior citizens elderly.

Consumer Fraud Against the Elderly Consumers lose more than $40 billion a year to telemarketing fraud. People over 50 years of age are especially vulnerable and account for about 56 percent of all victims, according to a recent study by the American Association of Retired Persons. Scam artists often target older people, knowing they tend to be trusting and polite toward strangers and are likely to be home and have time to talk with callers.

Elder Abuse (Administration on Aging) Elder Abuse Is a Serious Problem - Each year hundreds of thousands of older persons are abused, neglected and exploited by family members and others. Many victims are people who are older, frail, and vulnerable and cannot help themselves and depend on others to meet their most basic needs.

Grandparents' Guide For Family Nurturing & Safety The most exciting thing about being a grandparent is watching your own child become nurturing. The miracle of a new baby is overwhelming, but to watch your son or daughter becoming a parent is just as miraculous. We watch with awe, pride and, sometimes, trepidation as our sons and daughters do their best to raise strong and healthy offspring. We know how demanding a job that is. We want to help. We should help. And we do...

Social Security – Protect your Social Security Number Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America. When a dishonest person has your Social Security number, the thief can use it to get other personal information about you. Most of the time identity thieves use your number and your good credit to apply for more credit in your name. Then, they use the credit cards and do not pay the bills. You do not find out that someone is using your number until you are turned down for credit, or you begin to get calls from unknown creditors demanding payment for items you never bought. Someone illegally using your Social Security number and assuming your identity can cause a lot of problems. 

Experience Works- Senior Workforce Solutions Experience Works is a national, nonprofit, community-based organization whose mission is to put the experience of older individuals to work. Originally named Green Thumb, and chartered in 1965 as a small, rural demonstration program, Experience Works has grown to be the nation’s leading provider of training, employment, and community service for low-income older people. 

Peace Corps – Older Volunteers Program Your adventures are only just beginning! Older Americans contribute tremendously to Peace Corps programs all over the globe. No single group has more to offer in terms of experience, maturity, and demonstrated ability. Many older Volunteers find their age to be an asset while serving overseas. You will have the opportunity to share a lifetime of work and wisdom with people of developing nations who respect and appreciate age. And because there's no upper age limit to serve, it's never too late—Volunteers who are well into their eighties have served and continue to serve.

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program RSVP offers maximum flexibility and choice to its volunteers as it matches the personal interests and skills of older Americans with opportunities to serve their communities. RSVP volunteers choose how and where they want to serve—from a few hours to more than 40 hours a week. RSVP volunteers provide hundreds of community services

66 Ways to Save Money Website has money-saving articles on Insurance, Utilities, Banking & Credit, Transportation, Housing, Food & Drugs. I didn't see any sales pitches, but I wasn't looking too hard. 

Investing Wisely Whether you are nearing — or already enjoying — retirement, it pays to stay on top of your finances. Nearly one-third of all U.S. investors are between 50 and 64 years of age, and approximately 5 million senior citizens succumb to financial abuse each year. That’s why the SEC’s Office of Investor Education and Assistance has assembled these key resources and links for investors

Amtrak Senior Citizens Discount Amtrak travelers 62 years of age and over receive a 15% discount on the applicable adult rail fare on most Amtrak trains.

Senior Citizens News and Information Daily On The Web at ... I read some of the articles and they are actually pretty darn good.

Grand Times (The Magazine for active retirees) - a unique weekly magazine published for active older adults. Controversial, entertaining and informative, we celebrate life's opportunities and examine life's challenges.

Magazine for Stay-At-Home Elders "Phoenix Forever," a free-of-charge publication which addresses the needs and concerns of people aged 60 and over, is also available in print. The quarterly newsletter is published by Temple Israel of Greater Miami. "Phoenix Forever" was created by Dr. Estelle Witzling-Moskowitz as her pro-bono service to the community. It encourages homebound elders to remain in the mainstream of living, and suggests ways to make life at home pleasant, rewarding and fulfilling. Dr. Estelle Witzling-Moskowitz is included in the year 2001 and 2002 editions of "Who's Who In the World and "Who's Who in America."

Write a Senior Citizen The goal of Write a Senior Citizen is to provide an opportunity for Senior Citizens to be able to obtain pen pals from around the world. This site is 100% free to all users!

Senior Citizens This is a "Transhumanism" website. I don't know. They appear to interested in life-extension, which I'm all for, but you know that weird feeling you get when you suspect something "fishy" is going on? Yeah. Anyway, use this site to find some interesting articles, but keep a close eye on your wallet, credit card, personal information, etc. And for God's sake - DON'T SIGN UP FOR ANYTHING!!!!

 

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