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10/11
19:29
Tough Economic Times Are Hurting Seniors
The fact that the Social Security cost of living increase will occur is making many seniors happy. This is the first raise since 2009. My friend’s mother is in her eighties and has been struggling to cover her medications and other essentials. She also has been unable to see her grandson in three years because of low funds. It is so painful to see many senior citizens unable to leave their homes more than once or twice a week due to the cost of gas. This can result in depression because socializing and leaving one’s home is an important way to connect with others. I have tried to help my aunt learn how to use the internet to send e-mails, but she has found this hard to understand. If your parent or grandparent is retired, encourage them to take a local library course on computers so they can stay in touch and not feel so isolated.