In the 21st century, more women work, pay Social Security taxes, and earn credit toward monthly retirement income than at any other time. Yet, on average, women face greater economic challenges than men in retirement. Nearly 55 percent of the people receiving Social Security benefits are women. Women generally live longer than men while often
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Social Security cares about accuracy, and we want you to get the exact benefit amount you deserve. Changes in the law affect how we calculate monthly Medicare Part B (medical insurance) and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. Medicare Part B provides coverage for physician services, outpatient hospital services, certain home health services, durable medical equipment,
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Senior Resource Group (SRG) has introduced a service aimed at reducing readmission rates to hospitals for residents of the senior living communities it operates, including one in Pierce County. Officials said the program focuses on helping residents receive supportive care when they transition back to a community after a hospital stay and lessening the potential
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As an entrepreneur, odds are you’re spending more time thinking about stepping into your business than stepping out of it and entering retirement. Though it might be difficult to focus right now on when you or your employees are going to retire, spending a bit of time to set up a small business retirement plan
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