By Ken Lass So, are you worried that the ongoing Hollywood writers and actors strike will affect your favorite TV programs in the fall? Yeah, me neither. Most of the current shows out there... Read more
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any monitored medical alert devices that you know of that don’t require pushing a wearable help button? My 82-year-old father, who lives alone, has... Read more
By Joe Hobby Our usual Sunday post-church visit to my grandparents was unusual that day. Things were kind of quiet. Normally, when my sister and I barged thru the front door like a giant pit... Read more
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, How does Medicare cover preventive health screenings? I’m due to get a physical and a colonoscopy this year, but I want to find out what I’ll have to pay for... Read more
By Ken Lass It finally happened. I knew it was just a matter of time, and I’ve been dreading it. I was shopping at one of Trussville’s big box stores and, after I had gathered my... Read more
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about green funeral options? At age 80, I would like to preplan my funeral and make it as natural as possible. Old Environmentalist... Read more
By Joe Hobby “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around every once in a while, you may miss it.” – Ferris Bueller I recently attended my Fiftieth anniversary high scho... Read more
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good resources for seniors with vision loss? My husband was recently diagnosed with macular degeneration, which has deteriorated his c... Read more
By Ken Lass The Bible teaches us to love all people, and to love others as we love ourselves. But this can be very challenging, especially when it comes to those who are not like the rest of... Read more
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, How are Social Security benefits handled when someone dies? After a long illness, my 68-year-old father has only weeks left to live. I am helping my mom figu... Read more