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Senior Discounts & Shopping Senior Discount Books - Free Stuff and Discounts for Seniors - Click Here Information on Drug Discounts and Assistance If you are seeking information on prescription drug discounts - Click Here
Caregiver & Elder Care News GPS Devices in Shoes a Growing Solution to Wandering Alzheimer’s Patients GTC sets goal on worldwide network, ships more miniature GPS devices to Aetrex Shoes
Health & Medicine for Senior Citizens Lipitor, Plavix Among Big-Name Drugs Falling Off The 'Patent Cliff' Some of the most popular and expensive brand-name drugs are about to go generic By Fred Mogul, WNYC
Senior Citizen Shopping, Discounts AARP Launches On-Line Savings Challenge: Don’t Pay Full Price for Anything “Ultimate Cheapskate” Jeff Yeager offers prizes and money-saving strategies in month-long series.
Exercise & Fitness for Senior Citizens Senior Citizens, Baby Boomers May Reach for New Fonda Work Out Videos on Cyber Monday Two Jane Fonda exercise videos targeting older women will be released tomorrow - video preview in story
Senior Citizen Shopping, Discounts Just5 Drops Price on Mobile Phones for Seniors Citizens with Special Needs
Sept. 30, 2010 – Senior citizens in need of a mobile phone that assists those with poor eyesight, hearing problems on constant-care medical conditions are eligible for a 25 percent discount on all Just5 phones. The company made the senior discount announcement in conjunction with this week’s AARP Orlando@50+ show. Read more... New Info Labels for Light Bulb Packaging To Save You Money; Hitting Shelves in 2011 Says FTC Labels Will Emphasize Lumens, Not Watts, as a Measure of Bulb Brightness
June 21, 2010 - The Federal Trade Commission announced last week a new labeling will be required in 2011 for light bulb packages that should be popular with cost conscious senior citizens. The labels should help seniors and others choose between the different bulbs on the market - traditional incandescent bulbs, and newer high-efficiency compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs. The new labels will enable consumers to save money by selecting the most efficient bulbs to best fit their lighting needs. Read more... Free iPhone App Measures Slower Movement to Help Senior Citizens Keep Up with Daily Exercise Low-level physical activity – like standing up – not measured by most popular devices
Senior Citizen Travel & Vacation Forest Service Decides Not to Reduce Senior Citizens’ 50 Percent Discount to Campgrounds Senior Pass costs just $10 for lifetime of discounts at all Federal recreation sites that charge
Senior Citizen Shopping, Discounts Senior Discounts Site Finds Ways for Senior Citizens to Save on Energy and Utility Expenses
By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts.com Aug. 20, 2009 - The average annual energy bill for a Single Family Home in the United States is $2,200. This cost can be quite a burden, especially for fixed-income households, when coupled with greater gas prices for our automobiles and increasing prices on many consumer goods. But there are programs to help older people with the cost of energy bills; you just need to know where to look. Read more... Florida Company Offers Senior Discount on Product to Fix Slick Bathroom Floors
Dec. 4, 2008 – Falling is a high-risk disaster for senior citizens, who are more than 13 times as likely to die from a fall as are those even slightly younger in the 55 to 64 age group. There is a new product on the market that is targeting a solution from many of these deadly falls – the ones that happen in the bathroom. And, Slip Care, Inc. is even offering a senior discount on their Website. Read more... New Catalog Attempts to Present Products Older Americans Need and Want
Nov. 21, 2008 – There is another new catalog out with merchandise targeting older people. This one, Active and Able, features hundreds of products geared to the 55+ market. It is online or available as a print product offered for free. Read more... Senior Citizens Offered 15 Percent Discount on Help With Digital Equipment Installation
Sept. 11, 2008 – Here is a Website most senior citizens may want to bookmark. Zip Express is offering people age 50 and over a 15 percent discount on personal help with installation or training to help get the flat screen TV, digital camera or computer running as they should. Read more... Lavish Lifestyle for Senior Citizen Demands Glass Towel Warmer, Says ElderLuxe.com ElderLuxe mission is to identify, endorse, and provide access to products that allow modern seniors to maintain a lavish lifestyle
Senior Citizen and Internet FreeShipping.org Appeals to Seniors Home-Bound or Saving on Gasoline Site moves to Colorado, plans to have 1,000 retailers offering free shipping deals on the site by 2009
Senior Citizen Driving Courses Can Save You Up to 15% off Car Insurance Discounted price for online safe driving course, which can earn insurance discount By SeniorDiscounts.com
Travel for Senior Citizens & Baby Boomers National Park Service Has Changed Senior Discount Passes, Fees Visiting these parks can be great vacation without spending lots of money By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts.com
Senior Citizen Shopping & Discounts Senior Citizens Can Find Special Cell Phone Plans and Discounts For seniors needing cell phone but not the extras or high costs
Feb. 19, 2008 - There are now wireless plan options available for seniors that would like to have a cell phone but do not need all of the extras and high costs associated with many of the current cell plans and providers. These cell phone plans can be a great alternative for people who would like to have a cell phone in case of emergencies or while traveling. Read more... First Electronic Medical Emergency Alert Bracelet Targets Senior Citizens
Feb. 4, 2008 – The latest idea on helping senior citizens keep their emergency medical information handy is the CARE Memory Band, a wrist band device that uses USB flash memory technology. Read more.... Banks Offer Wealth of Special Discounts, Benefits for Senior Citizens Many senior discounts start as young as 50 at banking institutions By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts.com Aug. 16, 2007 - Many people may not realize that most banking institutions provide special services for senior citizens. Not only do banks offer senior checking programs that offer discounted benefits beyond those of their standard checking services, but they may also have full service money management services available that are designed specifically for older adults' needs. Read more... Senior Discounts Easy to Find at Southwest Airlines, Big Savings Online Now Southwest offers fares as low as $39 until August 23 for fall and winter travel
No Senior Discounts on Gasoline but There are Ways Seniors Can Save By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts Aug. 2, 2007 - Rising gas prices are affecting all of us. This week we are discussing some techniques you can use to help save gas. Some of these may be obvious, but they are probably worth repeating and will hopefully save you some money. Read more... Senior Discounts to National Parks Have Changed Golden Age Passport has been replaced for those 62 and over By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts.com July 27, 2007 - There have been some recent changes to the discounts available at national parks, monuments and historic sites. Many of you may have been familiar with the former national park discount programs. While not too much has changed, it is a good idea to know about the differences, since visiting these areas can be a great way to vacation without spending lots of money. Read more... Senior Citizens Seeking Discounts Should Not Overlook Coupons Online Many sites offer meaningful discounts on everything from travel to electronics
July 13, 2007 - When looking for senior discounts, be careful not to overlook one of the oldest sources of savings - coupons. Though clipping your way through Sunday papers and mail circulars just to save 25 cents on a can of soup might not sound like an alluring prospect, many Internet sites offer meaningful discounts on everything from travel to electronics, as well as your favorite brand of chicken noodle soup. Read more... Senior Citizens Can Find Discounts at Most Auto Insurance Companies
By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts.com June 28, 2007 - Although it may not be automatic, most insurance companies provide a mature drivers discount. Drivers entering their fifties should see some decrease in their auto insurance rates. Read more... MagicKitchen Carving Out Niche Online Providing Quality Meals for Seniors CEO says idea prompted by experience with his elderly parents
Senior Citizen Discounts Can Ease the Cost of Maintaining an Automobile Most common discounts found at national auto service centers By David Smidt, SeniorDiscounts.com
Features for Senior Citizens HandiRecords is Handy Checkbook-Size Information Organizer for Senior Citizens, Caregivers
May 26, 2007 - HandiRecords, a checkbook-sized paper organizer, enables senior citizens, baby boomers and caregivers to easily record, store and communicate critical medical information to healthcare providers. HandiRecords fits easily into a purse or pocket, making it accessible and readily available for updating. Its pen and paper design appeals to users who prefer non-digital storage methods. Read more... Spring Sports Often Offer Senior Discounts Up to 50 Percent Plenty of discounts, too, on cool duds to wear for the summer By Elliott Brown, Contributing Editor, SeniorDiscounts.com
Senior Citizens Can Find Savings on Spring Garden Preparations
May 8, 2007 - Spring is here and summer is rapidly approaching. Although many parts of the country seem to still be feeling the grasp of winter, it is still a good time to put the green thumb to work and get that yard and those plants ready for the coming warmer weather. Read more... Get Cultured - Entertainment Discounts for Senior Citizens Available
By Elliott Brown, Contributing Editor, SeniorDiscounts.com May 2, 2007 - Many of us may forget that there are numerous museums, theater programs and music concerts available in every city. Add a senior discount to one of these events and you can have a great time for less than it costs to go to the movies. Read more... First Aid, Medical Help from Mayo Clinic Available for Seniors on Cell Phones Traveling seniors can even find nearby emergency rooms
California Bed & Breakfast Inns Offer Discount for Seniors Only Special Web page leads directly to the senior discounts for fall Oct. 5, 2005 - The California Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns (CABBI) is inviting senior citizens to enjoy the “comfort and charm” of inns and B&Bs this fall. Special senior discounts are being made available through an interactive Website that is currently reached through advertising links on SeniorJournal.com. Read more...Follow Senior Citizens to Lower Drug Prices, Study Says May 21, 2005 – If you want lower drug prices, just follow the senior citizens to the pharmacy they use. That is the suggestion of award winning research by Adrienne Ohler, graduate student in economics at Montana State University. Read more...Amtrak Offers Seniors Discounts May 12, 2004 - Amtrak travelers aged 62 and over receive a 15% discount off the applicable adult rail fare on most Amtrak trains. (Discount does not apply to sleeper accommodations, the Auto Train, or weekday Acela Express or Metroliner service. Valid proof of age required. Additional restrictions may apply.) Go to SiteNew Access to 240 Prescription Drug Savings Programs Jan. 22, 2003 - The National Council on the Aging is proud to announce the launch of BenefitsCheckUpRx, a free confidential screening tool that provides seniors with a comprehensive and personalized listing of their eligibility for over 240 prescription drug savings programs covering nearly 800 medications. The service is fast, free, and completely confidential. Click 1/22/03^^ Longs Drug Introduces Senior Advantage The new discount card for seniors is said to offer drug savings up to 50%, plus savings on other items in their store for seniors without insurance. They cover California and Hawaii. For information - Click 11/07/02 nt • Walgreens has a Senior Discount Card that builds a credit balance you can spend in their store. Click 11/07/02 nt • Eckerd has a discount card, regardless of age, but you pay a monthly fee to get the discounts. Click 11/07/02Consumer Help, Advice from Government Site Consumer Protection Agency has posted a Web Page with links to consumer information specifically for senior citizens. It has information about a wide range of topics from avoiding scams, to buying cars, to saving money. Click 6/4/2** Website Features Senior Discounts They are trying to gather thousands of discounts in one place and invite you to contribute. Click 4/3/01* Seniors (62 & up) Can Get Free Pass to National Parks With summer approaching, millions of seniors are beginning to think about getting outdoors. Visiting a national park is a popular choice and one reason is that those 62 or over can get in free with a Golden Age Passport...and get 50% off other fees. Click for story * 3/26/01
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June 25, 2008 - There are now defensive driving
courses available to mature drivers that could help reduce the amount
you pay for your auto insurance. More than two- thirds of states mandate
auto insurance policy discounts for such courses, and many insurance
companies offer the discounts voluntarily.
Aug.
15, 2007 – Finding senior discounts on airlines is difficult – on many
they don’t exist and others make them difficult to find. An outstanding
exception is Southwest Airlines, which has substantial discounts for
senior citizens and makes it easy to find the senior fare available on
any flight. This week the company also announced big discounts for fall
and winter travel that must be purchased by August 23.
June
26, 2007- Today’s seniors have more options for receiving quality nutritious
meals at home than in the past. Just ask Greg Miller, CEO of My Magic
Kitchen Inc., a home-meal replacement business based in Los Altos,
California. Miller says his company has been providing quality, tasty and
nutritious frozen meals to seniors and busy families across the country for
close to two years. And, the company currently offers senior citizen
discounts, too. 
June 19, 2007 - Owning and operating a vehicle can
be costly these days. After insurance, regular maintenance and of course
the high gas prices, public transportation can start to look mighty
good. But there are some services that provide discounts for older
adults to help ease the cost of owning a vehicle.
May 17, 2007 - Now that spring has officially
sprung, it's time to start looking outside for savings. Attending a
sporting event can be a great way to save while taking in the sun.
Though tickets for some major sports - professional baseball,
basketball, football, NASCAR, golf and hockey - are often in too much
demand to be discounted, there are still deals to be found.
