Fear of Alzheimer's drives senior financial fears and myths
The piece discusses how chronic illness, especially Alzheimer's, pressures older Americans’ savings and independence. It notes widespread misconceptions about Medicare coverage, treatments, and the disease’s nature, stressing the emotional and economic burden on families and the elderly.
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Bec Franklin
University of Southern California
Aheimer
America
Brown
Boxsod
Washingtoe
D.C
SSI questions spark guidance on assets and benefits
Reader asks if a vehicle or savings affect Supplemental Security Income eligibility and if benefits cover rent doctor bills and insurance. Answers note car may be excluded if needed for work or care, asset limit around 1700 for individuals, and that SSI funds can be spent on rent, medical costs, and insurance.
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N.ka
Social Security Administration
Dear Abby Not Sure letter from Missouri sparks sock debate
A reader from Missouri writes Dear Abby claiming a fiancé ships 283 pairs of dirty socks from England and seeks counseling. Abby apologizes for distress, warns against assuming chauvinism, and suggests postponing the wedding until the couple clarifies their stance.
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Asby
Lowsiara
St. Louis Globe Democrat
Jetter
Brooklyn
Missouri
Heller
Abby
England
Unalone
Unowe
Counshing
Glenn Scott
Haughton
LAFS
Glenn
Mat Chauvinest Theater Ia
Gienn
Saying no to peer pressure and teen drinking
A reader asks for an honorable way to refuse marijuana offers, with parents and role play as help. The program outlines assertive no responses, humor, delaying tactics, and backing from friends and parents to avoid smoking. It also addresses a teen who defends drinking, noting beer equals alcohol and 5,000 teens die yearly from drunk driving.
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Dr. Wallace
Keith
Elgin
Lung Association
Council For Drug Education
David
Talledega
Ala
United States
Canada
Teen pregnancy program formed by Women's Center and Planned Parenthood
A new teen pregnancy and parenting program, funded by a March of Dimes grant, will assist pregnant adolescents with prenatal care, nutrition, peer support, and future planning. Michele Siegel of Planned Parenthood coordinates. Ten teens under five months pregnant can join. no charge. fall start through May. meetings twice monthly at rotating locations. includes Father’s Night, guest speakers, and field trips. Contact Michele Siegel at 662-7178.
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Women's Center Council
Planned Parenthood
March of Dimes
Michele Siegel
Siegel
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United Way
Dear Abby
Robert Wallace
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Yves St. Laurent
Bob Carmack
Stoffer-Sanner Agency
Stoffer-Sanner Insurance Agency, Inc
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