Columnists
Simplified smartphone options for tech-shy seniors
Dear Savvy Senior, I’m interested in getting my 72-year-old mother a smartphone, but want to get one that’s very easy for her to use. What can ...
Jim Miller, Author at The Tryon Daily Bulletin - Page 12 of 26
Columnists
How to protect yourself from osteoporosis bone fractures
Dear Savvy Senior, Can a person in their early 50’s have osteoporosis? When I fell and broke my wrist last winter the doctor that treated me ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, February 26, 2015 9:06 pm
Columnists
Do you need to file a tax return in 2015?
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? I didn’t have to file last year, but I picked ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, February 19, 2015 10:39 pm
Columnists
How to take care of your kidneys
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about kidney disease? My mother died from kidney failure a few years ago at age 76, and I’m ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, January 29, 2015 10:43 pm
Community
Getting around when you no longer drive
Dear Savvy Senior, Where can I find out about alternative transportation options for my elderly mother? She needs to give up driving, but before she does, ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, January 22, 2015 10:00 pm
Columnists
How to claim the retirement saver’s tax credit Dear Savvy Senior,
A coworker was recently telling me about a tax credit she got last year for simply contributing to our company’s 401(k) plan. What can you tell ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, January 15, 2015 10:40 pm
Columnists
Free and low-cost legal services that help seniors in need
Dear Savvy Senior, Where can seniors turn to for free or low-cost legal help? My husband and I need some professional legal assistance but don’t have ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, December 4, 2014 10:08 pm
Columnists
How seniors can quit smoking with the help of Medicare
Dear Savvy Senior, Can Medicare help me quit smoking? I just turned 65, and would like to quit but need some help. Coughing Connie
by Jim Miller, Wednesday, November 26, 2014 8:36 pm
Columnists
How to improve your balance as you age
Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve always been a walker, but when I fell last month my doctor suggested I start doing some balance exercises. Is this really ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, November 13, 2014 8:41 pm
Columnists
What to consider when choosing a walk-in bathtub
Dear Savvy Senior, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub for my wife that’s easy for her to get into and out of, but could use ...
by Jim Miller, Thursday, October 16, 2014 11:13 pm
SportsPlus
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