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Seniors face crisis between lack of savings and Social Security insolvency

MARQUETTE — As millions of Americans approach retirement age, a recent AARP survey reveals a troubling reality — one in five adults over 50 have no retirement savings, and more than half worry about outliving their funds. Adding to this concern, Social Security is projected to become ...

LIVING BETTER AT HOME

MARQUETTE — Do you want to live independently at home and avoid hospitalization as much as you can? Can assistance from a nurse, physical therapist or occupational therapist achieve that? If going out of your home is challenging for you, skilled home health care may be the solution. Home ...

More than four out of ten senior citizens who have never retired, are now considering side hustles or temporary work to make ends meet. One out of three current retirees in America are considering going back to work, according to a report from Indeed Flex. Inflation and the rising cost of ...

Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly programs reduce isolation

MARQUETTE — My Dad recently celebrated his 90th birthday. It was also an occasion for him to surrender his driving privileges and not renew his license. This was a privilege that he had since he was 12 years old. He grew up on a farm and driving at a very young age was a necessity more ...

From the state of Michigan MARQUETTE — The following organizations can help you with legal services and referrals. The resources are listed by city with serving counties. For more information or if your city is not listed, please contact the State Bar of Michigan toll-free at (800) 968-1442 or the State Bar Lawyer Referral Service toll-free at (800) 968-0738, or online at www.michbar.org, lrs.michbar.org, or www.michiganlegalhelp.org. Note: Some services may have a fee. ESCANABA Legal Services of Northern Michigan 806 Ludington St., Escanaba, MI 49829 Phone: (906) 786-2303 ...

RSVP in need of volunteers

MARQUETTE — Seniors in Marquette County need your help. Volunteers age 55 and over are needed to transport seniors in your community to their non-emergency medical appointments. Many seniors do not have family or friends available to drive them to medical appointments, and riding the bus is difficult or impossible for some. Volunteers through the Retired Senior Volunteer Program decide when and how often they want to transport. RSVP provides training, mileage reimbursement of 67 cents per mile, and excess accident and liability insurance while volunteering. Last year 276 ...