Author: Miller Jim Miller, Special to The Gazette
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Savvy Senior: How to locate an age-friendly doctor
Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are relocating to a nearby state to be closer to our daughter and will need to find a new primary care physician when we arrive. We are both in our late 70s and are interested in getting a geriatrician to oversee our health care going forward. Any suggestions…
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Savvy Senior: What are the early signs of Parkinson’s disease?
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs of Parkinson’s disease? My husband was recently diagnosed after noticing a slight thumb tremor but we’re wondering if we missed any other early warning signs. — Curious Wife Dear Curious, Recognizing the early signs of Parkinson’s disease is challenging because the symptoms are often subtle and/or similar…
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Savvy Senior: Understanding Social Security spousal benefits
Dear Savvy Senior, How do Social Security spousal benefits work? My wife, who’s approaching age 62, has had a few small-paying jobs over the years, but spent most of her time as a homemaker. What is she entitled to? — Primary Breadwinner Dear Breadwinner, Spousal benefit questions are among the most frequently asked and confusing…
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Savvy Senior: Here are the best online will makers
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good online resources for writing a simple will? I’m 70 and divorced and 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, Having a last will and testament is an important…