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December 3, 2024Dec 3, 2024Protect your wallet: A guide to avoiding financial scams
While financial scams and fraud happen throughout the year, the holidays are a predictable time to see an increase.
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December 3, 2024Dec 3, 2024On Giving Tuesday, please consider helping older Philadelphians in dire need
During the holiday season and beyond, there are many among us who face crises on a daily basis. Any contribution to the Emergency Fund is greatly appreciated.
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November 27, 2024Nov 27, 2024Apply for Philadelphia’s new Low-Income Tax Freeze Program by Jan. 31, 2025
The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is accepting applications for its new assistance program to offer financial relief to low-income homeowners in the city.
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November 7, 2024Nov 7, 2024Beware of funeral scams
People who are grieving are ideal targets. The imposters pretend to be from the funeral home and threaten to cancel the funeral unless the family pays more money.
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November 4, 2024Nov 4, 2024Winter is coming: Get help staying warm at home
Assistance programs are available to help older adults pay for home heating and other utilities.
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October 4, 2024Oct 4, 2024Stop Senior Scams: Watch out for scams when purchasing an annuity
Older adults should be wary of unfair business practices that can occur when purchasing an annuity, which are often used to provide a steady stream of income in retirement.
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October 4, 2024Oct 4, 2024The ABCs of Medicare
Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, end-stage renal disease or ALS.
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August 1, 2024Aug 1, 2024Stop Senior Scams: Avoid lottery letdowns
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns consumers to be on the lookout for the following three signs of a prize scam.
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July 19, 2024Jul 19, 2024Annual Budget Public Hearing Summary of Testimony and Responses
Please see the following summary of testimony and responses from the 2024-25 Annual Budget Public Hearing.
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