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4d •
Shared Housing!
One of our awesome community members, Pink Owl, in Pennsylvania found this resource where people can find shared housing. There just might be something like this in other states as well. Let's use this as a reference and see what we can find out there for everybody else. Thanks Pink Owl! https://www.pa.gov/services/aging/apply-to-the-shared-housing-and-resource-exchange--share--progra
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Hello Ed. I followed Pink Owl’s lead and found the same not-for-profit agency in Michigan. They have services to help seniors and the disabled stay in their home. It’s called MI Choice (pronounced My Choice). They also offer community services for home modifications, food delivery, transit, help with Medicare, and support for caregivers, and enrichment classes. https://areaagencyonaging.org
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housekeeping question. Are we sending info to you and you’ll add it to the State it belongs in? Or, are we supposed to add to the State ourselves. For some reason, I can’t see the State’s info on the app. Is it me
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💰 Welcome to Save Money Tips!
Know a great deal? Found a discount? Have a simple way to save money each month? Share it here! This is our community's place to help each other spend less and keep more of our hard-earned money. Whether it's a nationwide deal or something local to your town, your tip could help thousands of other members. Here are some ideas: - 🛒 Grocery and warehouse store deals (Costco, Walmart, Aldi, etc.) - 💊 Prescription savings - 🍽️ Senior discounts at restaurants and businesses - ⚡ Ways to lower electric, gas, water, or internet bills - 📱 Cell phone and streaming discounts - 🚗 Gas savings and transportation tips - 🎟️ Free events, museums, or community programs - 💵 Cash-back apps, coupons, and rebates - ❤️ Any other tip that helps people save money Even small savings add up! Saving $10, $20, or $50 a month can make a real difference. 🎥 Want to explain your tip in a short video? We'd love to feature our members! Record your video here: 👉 https://www.videoask.com/fmqmdblp6 Let's help each other save money—one great tip at a time!
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I was laid off from my job in April. I’ve been using GoodRx for my prescriptions. I bought the premium pkg ($9.99) because it reduced an expensive medication significantly by being a member. I used the free version for many years as well, and it was very helpful. There is an app, but I’m sure you can search the internet for the online version. All you need to do is enter your zip code, add your medications, dose, and how often you take it, and it’ll find participating pharmacies and how much they will discount your meds.
29d •
Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid Questions? Ask here!!
Hello everyone, Dr. Ed here. Got a question? Ask here! I will answer a lot of these questions in the next LIVE Q&A! 3pmPT/6pmET on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyGovExpert Make sure your subscribed to my YouTube channel too!!
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Hello Dr Ed. Can you please tell me what is the correct answer for SSDI and SSI? On your program the other day, a lady asked about SSDI benefits for her high functioning autistic adult child, who graduated college but has not found a job. You responded that he is not eligible for SSDI bc he didn’t contribute to SS. I believe you suggested he apply for SSI? Here’s where I need clarification. When I spoke to SSA about my 26yo with the same disability, the agent told me my daughter will not qualify for SSI if she has investment funds or money in a bank account. However, when her father takes SS, she will be eligible for benefits on his record. Can you please verify this information is true or false? Ty!
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Yes, I was watching. Ty! The 1st part of the answer from SS is correct. ✅ The 2nd part of the question wasn’t verified. Is it correct that she can apply for benefits on her father’s SS after he files, regardless of the money she has in her bank or investments we have for her? The reason i wanted to hear your answer is bc I’m fairly new here, and I’m out of the loop on SSI…until I listened to your podcast. Is it common knowledge that if you want SSI, you cannot have more than $2000 to your name? .My daughter works part-time at Kroger bagging and bringing in carts. There is no way in hell she could survive on just her wages if she didn’t live with me! Do ppl really need to be destitute before they can get SSI? These programs are a ‘safety net’, a hand up, as they say. but we are witnessing what a cookoo bird in the WH can do to this net. it’s not just these kids I’m concerned about, but all ppl with disabilities that are already at a disadvantage.
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🙋 Your State Needs a Lead — Is It You? (Only 1 Hour a Week)
We've built benefits guides and action guides for all 50 states. Now we need one friendly person per state to help their neighbors use them. You don't need to be an expert. The guides do the heavy lifting — you just bring the heart. ❤️ Here's the whole job: 🌱 YOUR FIRST WEEK ✅ Say yes — comment "I'm in for [your state]" below ✅ Skim your state's two guides (about 20 minutes) ✅ Post a short hello: who you are and why these programs matter to you 📅 EVERY WEEK (30–60 minutes) ✅ Welcome new members from your state ✅ Share one tip from your state's guide ✅ Do the 2-Minute Action — one phone call, script provided ✅ Cheer every "Post Your Win" from your state 🗓️ ONCE A MONTH ✅ Host a Call Day — invite your state to call their senators together ✅ Drop a printed guide at one senior center, library, VFW post, or church ✅ Post what your state accomplished this month ⭐ THE GOLDEN RULES We protect programs, not parties — always nonpartisan. Never give legal or financial advice — point people to the official numbers in the guides. Be kind, be patient, and celebrate every win. 🎉 📎 Printable one-pager attached — stick it on the fridge or hand it out. 👇 Ready? Comment "I'm in for [your state]" right now. First person to claim each state gets it. Let's see how fast we can fill the map! 🗺️
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Will do. There are so many ppl who know more than I do about this. I will gladly let them take the lead, and I'll assist. For now, I'm happy to follow the to-do list until others jump in.
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I was blushing every time you mentioned my name! HAHA Who knew I could be a champion for SS!! 😆
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Found a new program that can help our community?
Post it here! What state? Area? Who does it help? Personal experience?
2 likes • 26d
@cathyrector7879 wrote: Midland, MI has new income-based apartments going up. Keeping track of Michigan wins when I hear them.
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