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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Insurance Department is raising a red flag on the rise of deceptive sales tactics targeting older adults purchasing annuities. Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys emphasized the …
Pennsylvania Insurance Department Warns Seniors Against Annuity Scams Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, has called on A Place for Mom, one of the nation’s largest assisted …
Senator Casey Calls for Transparency in Assisted Living Referrals Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — To ensure more Pennsylvanians receive the financial relief they are entitled to, Governor Josh Shapiro recently announced an extension for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program application …
Pennsylvania Extends Deadline for Rent and Property Tax Rebates for Seniors and Disabled Read More
SOUDERTON, PA — On Friday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich unveiled a new blueprint for enhancing services targeted at the state’s elderly population, aptly titled …
Shaping the Future: Governor Shapiro Unveils PA’s 10-Year Plan for Aging Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an unprecedented move, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) has initiated its maiden marketing campaign, christened “Open Your Door”, promoting its Domiciliary Care, or Dom Care, …
Opening Doors: Pennsylvania’s New Initiative Encourages Residents to Make Room for More Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — State Senator Carolyn Comitta is urging Chester County seniors to apply for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. This initiative provides eligible residents aged 60 and …
Senator Comitta Promotes Program for Seniors to Access Fresh, Local Produce Read More
ARLINGTON, VA — The atmosphere was buzzing with anticipation last Wednesday, as Meals on Wheels America, the nation’s foremost organization in addressing senior hunger and isolation, celebrated Older Americans Month …
A Call to Action: Senator Bob Casey Champions Boost in Funding for Meals on Wheels Programs Read More
READING, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging announced on Tuesday that 45 Senior Community Centers (SCCs) across 26 counties will benefit from a collective $2 million in competitive grants. …
Chester County Senior Centers Secure Funding for Vital Enhancements Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Pennsylvania is intensifying its efforts to educate the public about the dangers of Social Security fraud. The initiative aims to …
AARP Pennsylvania Sounds the Alarm on Social Security Fraud Read More