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VA Cremation Benefits: How Your Family Can Get Help

Families arranging cremation for a veteran can get financial assistance from the VA, covering funeral, burial, and transportation costs. Here’s what you need to know.   Who Can Apply Eligible applicants ...

Medicare Open Enrollment Ends December 7, 2025 — What to Do Before the Deadline

Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment Period closes Sunday, December 7, 2025, giving beneficiaries only a short time left to enroll, switch plans, or update their coverage for 2026. Once th...

Social Security COLA 2026: These States Will Feel the Biggest Increase

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the 2026 COLA (Cost-of-Living Adjustment), the average retiree will get just over $2,000 per month. But the real impact varies by state because of lo...

Military Retirement Pay Increase 2026: New Amounts and Effective Dates

Military retirees, disabled veterans, and other federal beneficiaries will receive a 2.8% increase in their monthly payments starting December 1, 2025, effective for the 2026 year. This Cost of Living A...

Military Retirement Pay Increase 2026: New Amounts and Effective Dates

Military retirees, disabled veterans, and other federal beneficiaries will receive a 2.8% increase in their monthly payments starting December 1, 2025, effective for the 2026 year. This Cost of Living A...

Compassionate Allowances: Fast-Tracking Disability Benefits for Serious Conditions

The Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program is a Social Security initiative designed to speed up disability benefits for individuals with the most severe medical conditions. By quickly identi...

Senior Free Food Assistance Near Me: How to Get Help When SNAP Is Delayed

Millions of older Americans are still waiting for their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits as the government shutdown delays federal aid. While national funding remains uncerta...

Will All Retirees Get a COLA Increase in 2026? Here’s What to Expect

As 2026 approaches, one of the most common questions from retirees is simple: “Will I get a Social Security raise next year?” The answer: Yes, all retirees collecting Social Security will re...

ALERT for Seniors: Fake Supreme Court Letters Targeting Social Security Benefits

More than 70 million Americans rely on monthly Social Security payments. Unfortunately, scammers know this and they’re going after senior benefits with a new, convincing scheme. Accordin...


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