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Medicare Grocery Card in 2026: How to Get Extra Help With Food

The Medicare grocery card isn't part of regular Medicare, but some Medicare Advantage plans offer a food allowance to help pay for healthy groceries.   Who Can Get This B...

New Social Security Payment Amounts with 2.5% COLA Increase: Expect More This 2025

Good news for Social Security beneficiaries—your payments are increasing in 2025! Thanks to a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), monthly benefits have gone up across the board. ...

Top Food Assistance Programs for Seniors Beyond SNAP this 2025

While the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is well-known, several other food assistance programs are specifically designed for seniors. These programs can provide additional support, ensuring se...

Medicare IRMAA 2026: What You Need to Know About Higher Part B & D Surcharges

Starting in 2026, many Medicare beneficiaries will face higher IRMAA surcharges on their Part B and Part D premiums. With both income brackets and surcharges rising, retirees could pay significan...

Maximizing Your Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Potential

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a valuable benefit for low to moderate-income individuals and families in the United States. It provides a refundable tax credit, meaning it can reduce your tax liability and r...

Essential Financial Moves Every Woman Should Make Before Retirement: Unlocking Key Government Benefits

Preparing for retirement can be a complex process, especially for women who often face unique financial challenges. To ensure a secure and comfortable retirement, it'...

VA Chapter 35 October 2025 Payment: When Will Benefits Be Deposited?

Every fall, students using VA Chapter 35 Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits ask the same question: When will my October payment show up? With school costs, rent, and living expenses p...

New Paid Family & Medical Leave Tax Credit: What It Means for Workers in 2026

Working Americans, especially family caregivers, are set to benefit from a major update in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, recently signed into law. One of the biggest wins is the expansion of th...

Why Some Social Security Recipients Are Receiving Extra Payments in August

This August, many Social Security recipients will find a surprise in their bank accounts: an extra payment. This unexpected financial boost is a result of the Social Security Administration's (S...