"Savvy Senior" Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC "Today" show and author of "The Savvy Senior" book. For more information and to send a senior question, go to www.savvysenior.org.
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- Boost your Social Security
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- Dear Savvy Senior, I know that the size of a person's Social Security retirement benefit is based on how much they earn over their lifetime. But beyond earning a higher paycheck, which isn't likely for me, is there anything I can do to boost my future... Full story
- Get that second opinion
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- Dear Savvy Senior: Are second medical opinions worth the trouble or risk of offending your doctor? And does Medicare cover them? — Nervous Nelly Dear Nelly: Yes! A second opinion is good medicine and your right as a patient. Besides, good doctors... Full story
- Downsizing for dollars
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- Dear Savvy Senior, Over the years, my husband and I have acquired a house and garage full of stuff and would like to start downsizing before we get too old. To do this, we would like to sell off what we can. So my question is, what is the best way to... Full story
- Dietary tips for healthy aging
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- Dear Savvy Senior, I've read that a person's diet should follow their age. At age 63, what should I be doing now, compared to 20 years ago? — A Good Eater Dear Good Eater, Just as our body changes as we age, so too should our diet. Research... Full story
- Cell phones for seniors
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- Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I have had a cell phone for nearly two years that we rarely use but like having it for emergency purposes. When our current cell phone contract runs out, we want to find a cheaper option than the $40 per month we're spending... Full story
- Home safety solutions for seniors who live alone
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- Dear Savvy Senior, I'm interested in getting my mother one of those emergency call systems with a wearable push-button for her home in case she falls or needs help, but could use some help. What can you tell me? — SOS Dear SOS, The... Full story
- Where can I vacation with my grandchildren?
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- Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are interested in taking our two grandkids on vacation this summer and are looking for some good ideas. Do you know of any travel companies that offer special vacation packages for grandparents traveling with their... Full story
- Quit smoking now
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- Dear Savvy Senior, In the wake of the new cigarette tax hike, what tips can you recommend to help seniors quit smoking? — Hacking Hank Dear Hank, The single best step an older smoker can take to improve their overall health, add years... Full story
- Web sites for senior surfers
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- Dear Savvy Senior, At age 57, I don't consider myself to be a senior, but I do have a question regarding social networking Web sites for older adults. Which ones do you recommend for people in my age bracket? I'm divorced and interested in meeting like-minded... Full story
- Help after cancer diagnosis
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- Dear Savvy Senior, My 62-year-old mother was just diagnosed with cancer and is feeling depressed, confused and doesn't know where to turn. What resources can you recommend that can help me help her? — Overwhelmed Daughter Dear Overwhelmed, Being... Full story
