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Medicare
If you are about to turn 65, and a U.S. citizen you are eligible to receive Medicare. Not only are eligible, but you are required to enroll with a seven-month window around your 65th birthday. Learn how here.
Staying in Touch
One of the best ways to stay in touch with friends and loved is by using technology, like video chats. There are many ways to talk to someone using video nowadays, including smartphones, tablets, and video-based smart home hubs.
Getting Around
If you decide that driving yourself is not the best option anymore, there are lots of other options to make sure you can still get around when you want to.
Mobile apps offer great ways to help you get around.
Dealing with bus schedules and stops may not always be themes convenient way to get around. Ride sharing companies like Uber and Lyft, allow you to get a ride act a moment's notice, and offer door-to-door service.
Useful Websites:
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AARP: Senior Planet
Classes, articles, and other resources to help seniors use technology.
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Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels operates in virtually every community in America to address senior hunger and isolation.
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Understanding Medicare
Medicare Question and Answer Tool offers practical and comprehensive information to help you navigate the program according to your own situation.
Popular Mobile Apps:
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Access your digital card, news stories, local events and nearby member benefits.
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HelloFresh delivers weekly meal kits to your door.
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Lyft is a ride sharing app that picks you up at home.