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Parkinson’s Disease in older adults: What to know
What Is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s is a movement disorder in which nerve cells that normally deliver the neurotransmitter called dopamine to other cells in the body experience damage and begin to die. For most people who face a PD diagnosis, the cause is...
Why the Social Security retirement age is now 67, not 65
In 2025, Americans born in 1960 are reaching age 65, a milestone that for decades has been associated with retirement. Many people still think of 65 as the age to claim full Social Security retirement benefits. But for those born in 1960 or later, full retirement age...
June 2025: Social Security retirement age now officially 67, not 65
This morning, we released the June 2025 client newsletter from R. F. Meyer & Associates. If you did not receive it by email, please see the hotlink to a PDF version below. We assembled three articles in this month’s edition, covering various topics of interest to...
What impact could the HHS downsizing have on older adults?
In recent weeks, the second Trump administration initiated a comprehensive restructuring and downsizing of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), leading to significant staff reductions and organizational changes. The department is...
Could the Trump Administration privatize Social Security?
The bedrock of retirement income for tens of millions of Americans, Social Security has served as a safety net for nearly 100 years and is the nation’s largest — and among its most popular — public programs. As the Trump administration works to slash federal...
Cuts to Medicaid benefits may harm millions of older adults
Since Medicaid was established nearly 60 years ago, it has become a popular nationwide program. Medicaid provides health insurance for both adults and children with limited income and resources. Millions of Americans rely on Medicaid for a wide range of services and...
Articles about cuts to federal benefits fill May 2025 newsletter
Earlier this week, we issued R. F. Meyer & Associates’ May 2025 e-newsletter. If you did not receive it by email, please find a link below to open it in PDF version from our website. As we head into the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the newsletter presents three...
Survey shows long-term care costs continue to rise
As most of us go through our daily routines, it is hard to imagine needing help with essential daily tasks. However, research shows that most Americans over age 65 will need daily help, in the form of Long-Term Care at some point, and the costs for this care continue...
Home safety for aging in place: A guide for older adults
Aging in place, the ability to live safely and independently in one’s home as long as possible, is a goal for many seniors. However, as we grow older, our homes may require modifications to ensure safety, comfort, and accessibility. Whether you are planning to live in...