Senior care is expensive and inflation isn't helping any. Fortunately, there are thousands of federal, state, and private benefits programs that provide financial help for seniors. I saw this incredible article that really will help us all. But unfortunately, you have to "dig" these programs out of the massive internet or find someone who lives and breathes this stuff everyday.
To quickly find programs for yourself or your older adult, look at this free service from the National Council on Aging called BenefitsCheckUp.
This trustworthy, easy-to-use online tool simplifies the process and saves time.
A trusted free service from the National Council on Aging
BenefitsCheckUp is trusted and safe to use because it’s a free service from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), a leading nonprofit service and advocacy organization.
Since 1950, the NCOA has been working to improve the lives of Americans aged 60+, especially those who are struggling.
They provide community programs and services, online help, and advocacy.
NCOA also builds public awareness, influences federal legislation, and creates national programs to make life better for older adults.
Their BenefitsCheckUp tool is also the nation’s most comprehensive online tool that connects older adults to benefits.
How to use BenefitsCheckUp
Step 1: Enter your older adult’s zip code and choose some or all of the benefits categories to see the programs that are available in the area.
Step 2: Expand the sections and click the provided links to find out more about available programs.
To find out if your older adult will be eligible for specific programs, click “Complete Eligibility Check” or “See If You May Be Eligible” to answer additional questions.
The result will be a personalized report and links to further info about how to apply for each program.
Step 3: Find benefits programs that provide financial help for you or your older adult
Here's Another Great Resource: 25 Resources That Provide Financial Help for Seniors
I really like this page from GoFundMe.
If you are finding finances a cause of stress even after retirement, you are not alone. More than 22% of Americans have savings of less than $5,000 for retirement, and 15% have nothing saved for retirement at all. If you or a senior you care for is struggling financially, know that there are resources available to provide help and hope. Read on to discover ways to find financial help for seniors.
Here's A List of benefits by state
This is given to us by AARP. Take a peek...https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/public-benefits-guide-senior-assistance/
And Here's a Guy Who Simply Explains Our Medicare
Medicare 2025 and the changes we might see. This guy really dummy downs the Medicare maze for all of us. https://www.youtube.com/live/ukZLmz-1be8?si=E6QrxMqpNqYR_qJH. Be sure to watch TIME: 14:52 to see if you qualify for an IAMAA (income-related monthly adjustment amount) refund if you had to pay extra into Medicare in the past 2 years.
Hope this helps! Let me know if you find resources and I'll compile then for all of us!
