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Aging isn’t about slowing down—it’s about gearing up for the best years of your life. In his latest book, “Feelin’ Groovy: A Boomer Guide to Ageless Aging,” veteran author Joe Owens shares his 15-year journey of defying aging norms—and proves that Baby Boomers don’t have to fade into the background. Clearwater, FL, April 19, 2025 –(PR.com)– New Book Challenges Baby Boomers […]

There is currently a lot of confusion about what is needed for people to vote in Arizona. You must show ID to vote in person. Most voters do not need a copy of their ID to vote by mail. Arizona asks you to provide proof of citizenship when you register to vote. Arizona Proof of Citizenship Requirements Arizona requests proof of […]

March 28, 2025 Late on Monday, March 24, AHCCCS received notice that multiple federal grants had been terminated, effective immediately, almost six months early. These grants include the Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant (SUPTRS, formerly known as SUBG), the Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG), and the Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities grants […]

March 31, 2025 – PHOENIX – Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced a new webpage her office is launching to collect reports of Social Security issues. “I am highly concerned that Elon Musk and the Trump Administration will take a wrecking ball to the Social Security Administration,” said Attorney General Mayes “We need any Arizonan who experiences any disruption to […]

Recent changes to Social Security are poised to impact senior citizens in several significant ways:​ 1. Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA): In 2025, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will increase by 2.5%. This adjustment aims to help beneficiaries keep pace with inflation. However, projections indicate a lower COLA of 2.2% for 2026, which may not fully align with actual […]

February 9, 2025 Press Release Move to Slash Scientific Research Institutions Funded by the National Institutes of Health is in Direct Violation of the Law WASHINGTON — President Trump’s Administration is imposing a new policy to cap indirect costs for National Institutes of Health (NIH) research grants at 15 percent, which would cut billions of dollars in funding for life-saving research […]

The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) wants to represent your interests and advocate on your behalf on the issues that impact you; Social Security, Medicare, COLA, Taxes, and Politics. Your answers help us determine the biggest problems, the best solutions, and what to tell the public and Congress to ensure that proposed solutions become reality. Your answers help us tell Congress […]

Creating a crowdfunding account for a senior citizen in need can be a powerful way to gather financial support. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Choose a Crowdfunding Platform Select a platform that aligns with the type of assistance needed. Popular options include: GoFundMe: General crowdfunding for personal and medical needs. Fundly: Flexible funding for any cause. GiveSendGo: Focused on charitable or […]

The holiday season is joyful, but it can also present unique challenges for senior citizens. Here are some practical health tips to help seniors stay safe, healthy, and happy during the holidays: Stay Physically Active Take walks: Short walks after meals can aid digestion and boost mood. Stretching or yoga: Gentle exercises help maintain flexibility and reduce stiffness. Dance or […]

Operation “Happy Clickers” Results in Resolutions with Five More Doctors for Allegedly Authorizing Fraudulent Medicare Spending           GRAND RAPIDS – U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten today announced criminal convictions and civil settlements against a second wave of doctors who participated in nationwide telemedicine fraud schemes by ordering medically unnecessary orthotic braces and genetic […]

WASHINGTON, DC– Today, Marcus Hill, President of the Senior Executives Association (SEA)–representing the interests of over 8,000 career federal executives in the Senior Executive Service (SES), Senior Level (SL), Scientific and Professional (ST) and equivalent positions and other senior career federal leaders,- released the following statement reacting to President Biden’s announcement of the 2024 Presidential Rank Awardees: “SEA celebrates President […]

Phoenix, Ariz.  – DEA and local law enforcement partners collected 5,367 pounds of unneeded medications in Arizona during the 26th National Take Back Day on October 26, 2024. Nationwide, 630,000 pounds of unneeded medications were turned in at 4,600 locations. Since its inception, DEA’s National Prescription Take Back Day has removed nearly 19.2 million pounds of unneeded medications from communities across […]

Medicare scams are fraudulent schemes that target beneficiaries of the Medicare system, often aiming to steal personal information, defraud individuals of their money, or exploit the system for illegal financial gain. These scams can take various forms, preying mainly on older adults who rely on Medicare for healthcare coverage. Understanding the common tactics and how to protect oneself is crucial […]