Title: Social Security benefits to increase in 2026, COLA is higher than expected but there’s a catch
Article Snip: "...the Social Security Administration revealed the annual cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA) for beneficiaries for 2026 is 2.8%...The average increase is estimated to be around $56 per month and will take effect starting in January...
Reference: www.mlive.comTitle: Social Security COLA Increase Prediction Sparks Warning From Senior Group
Article Snip: "...A senior group is warning once again that Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment won’t be enough for the average senior citizen next year.
The Senior Citizens League is predicting a 2.7 percent COLA for 2026. ..."
Title: Ranked: America’s Most Common Drugs by Medicare Spending
Article Snip: "...From diabetes injectables to blockbuster blood thinners, a handful of drugs account for a sizable share of Medicare’s pharmacy bill. ..."
Reference: www.visualcapitalist.comTitle: Survey finds 75% of Americans plan to work in retirement. Here's why.
Article Snip: "...75% of respondents plan to work for pay in retirement. Some want to work to continue investing, while others crave social interaction.
The EBRI has been conducting this survey for years and has consistently found that fewer people end up working in retirement than planned. ..."
Title: Even small amounts of alcohol linked to higher dementia risk in older adults, study shows
Article Snip: "Research challenges common belief that low levels of alcohol consumption benefit brain health...Even small amounts of alcohol consumption could put older adults at a higher risk of dementia.
That’s according to a recent study led by the University of Oxford in the U.K. — in collaboration with Yale University and the University of Cambridge in the U.K. The study analyzed data from more than 500,000 people drawn from the UK Biobank and the U.S. Million Veteran Program. ..."
Title: Six Warren Buffett Quotes Every Retiree Should Live By
Article Snip: "...Retirement doesn’t mean people stop collecting stuff, but Buffett wants us to. Instead of focusing on acquiring new things, we can focus on health and friendships. ..."
Reference: www.kiplinger.comTitle: Diane Omdahl on Forbes Offers Great Medicare Info | Check Her Out
Title: I Asked Grok Where To Retire on $2,000 a Month: Here’s What It Said
Article Snip: "...Tallahassee topped Grok’s list of places you can retire in the U.S. for $2,000 a month. Rent will cost you around $995, or you can buy a home and have a mortgage that Grok estimates at $1,248. Grok cited the city’s high livability score, which according to Area Vibes is an 85 — better than 98% of the country. ..."
Reference: www.gobankingrates.comArticle Snip: "...a generation typically defined as those born between 1946 and 1964. And he believes his peers will be especially vulnerable.
“The boomers don’t have enough money to get through inflation. The boomers are going to be homeless all over the place,” he said. “So mark my words, I’m the first of the boomers. We’re going to get wiped out via inflation. Your mommy and daddy may be on the street because inflation is going to wipe out their Social Security.”
His concerns tap into a very real issue. While Social Security Administration benefits are adjusted annually for inflation, many experts note that these cost-of-living adjustments often fall short of the rising expenses older Americans face — especially for housing and health care. ..."
Title: Strength Training In Your Late 50s and Early 60s
Article Snip: "...Incorporating strength training into your week has remarkable benefits. So, the question is not whether you should incorporate it, but how to incorporate it safely into your physical activity plan. Here is a question from a retiree who is looking for advice on how to get started:..."
Reference: www.military.comTitle: Flu season has arrived – and so have updated flu vaccines
Article Snip: "...In the U.S., all flu vaccines for the 2025-2026 season will be trivalent – which means they are formulated to protect against the three main groups of influenza virus strains. These are an A (H1N1) virus, an A (H3N2) virus and a B/Victoria virus. ..."
Reference: theconversation.comArticle Snip: "...The CPI report, which was slated to be published on Oct. 15, will now be released Oct. 24, according to statement by the BLS. COLA will be released that day, as well, according to a Social Security Administration spokesperson. ..."
Reference: www.marketwatch.comTitle: Winners and losers from 2026 Medicare Advantage star ratings
Article Snip: "...CMS quietly released highly anticipated star ratings data Thursday night. Humana and Aetna saw enrollment in highly rated plans fall, while Elevance’s and Centene’s stars improved. ..."
Reference: www.healthcaredive.comTitle: A divorced couple considers retying the knot to maximize Social Security payments
Article Snip: "...An ex-spouse gets the same amount regardless of whether you remarry them — up to 50% of your Social Security benefit at your full retirement age, unless their own benefit is greater. But there’s one crucial difference to keep in mind. ..."
Reference: www.latimes.comTitle: TrumpRX.gov | An official website of the United States government
Article Snip: "Coming Jan. 2026, Find your medication at the Lowest Price with TrumpRX.gov...TrumpRx doesn't sell medications. Instead, it connects patients directly with the best prices, increasing transparency and cutting out costly third-party markups. ...President Trump is delivering on promises that "experts" said were impossible by taking bold action to lower prescription drug costs for American families—without sacrificing innovation.
Americans have unfairly shouldered the cost of drug development for decades, only to see those same medications sold abroad for a fraction of the price paid in the U.S.
This broken system hasn't just been unfair—it's driven up costs and hurt the most vulnerable among us.
President Trump is changing that with TrumpRx. READ THE EXECUTIVE ORDER BY TRUMP"
Title: 101 Social Security & Medicare Pitfalls...and How to Avoid Them
Title: Your Medicare Part D Plan: How to Save by Switching
Article Snip: "...The drug coverage provided by Medicare Part D is a key part of a retiree’s health insurance, and there are many options to choose from for those who have standalone Part D plans. Since these plans can change from year to year – sometimes dramatically – switching plans may offer big savings. ...During Medicare’s fall open enrollment period (October 15 through December 7 every year), enrollees can review their coverage and, if needed, switch plans. ...you can stay with original Medicare and choose your own standalone Part D plan. The Medicare Plan Finder tool at medicare.gov makes this process easier. ..."
Reference: bc.eduTitle: Claiming the Standard Deduction? Here Are Five Tax Breaks for Retirement in 2025
Article Snip: "...If you’re retired and filing taxes, these tax credits and deductions could provide thousands in relief (if you qualify). ..."
Reference: www.kiplinger.comTitle: The Spendthrift Trap: Here's One Way to Protect Your Legacy From an Irresponsible Heir
Article Snip: "..."Is there some way to prevent a financially irresponsible child from squandering his inheritance and winding up on the street or from others trying to take those funds to satisfy debts?"..."
Reference: www.kiplinger.comTitle: Health insurers make a major move older Americans won’t like
Article Snip: "In the U.S., most people get their health insurance via their employer, but if you’re self-employed or retired, you’re in a different pool. ...Medicare, the government-run health insurance plan for seniors and Medicaid, coverage for low-income people and people with disabilities.
Many Americans — 33 million people, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) — now use Medicare Advantage, essentially Medicare benefits offered through private insurance companies that contract with CMS. ..."
Title: Wall Street ticks to more records
Article Snip: "...The S&P 500 added 0.1% to its all-time high set the day before. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 79 points, or 0.2%, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 0.4%. Both also hit records. ..."
Reference: finance.yahoo.com