South Shore Community Action Council: Tax Preparation

Volunteer Income Taxpayer Assistance (VITA) SSCAC's IRS-certified volunteers provide low-income taxpayers with free electronic income tax return preparation and filing. Volunteers assist with federal and Massachusetts income tax returns, as well as amended and prior year returns. -- You must...

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Social Security Fairness Act

The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates two longstanding provisions for Social Security: the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). These rules previously reduced Social Security benefits for retirees and seniors who receive pension income from...

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Changes to Medicare prescription coverage in 2025: part # 3

In an effort to bring some relief to seniors on high-priced medications — especially those who might hit the new $2,000 limit in the first few months of the year — Part D enrollees will have the option to...

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Changes to Medicare Prescription Coverage in 2025: part # 2

A change that will make many seniors happy...the coverage gap — or “donut hole” — will finally close! The original Medicare Part D benefit had a coverage gap (also called the "donut hole") where enrollees were responsible for 100 percent...

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Changes to Medicare Prescription Coverage in 2025: part # 1

Big changes are coming to Medicare’s prescription drug coverage (known as Part D) in 2025. This could impact how you pay for your medications — and how much you pay. Here’s what you need to know as we head...

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What costs are associated with home care?

What costs are associated with home care? Just like with any market, in-home care prices depend on supply and demand. Costs for home care can vary greatly based on your location, the home care agency, staff salaries, and more. Home...

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Caregiver Duties, part 3

According to recent surveys, 76% of senior caregivers said they were not fully prepared to perform all of their caregiving duties. Learning about the common duties of a caregiver beforehand can help. While your senior caregiving duties may vary each...

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Caregiver Duties, part 2

Most family caregivers are not prepared to take on the challenges of caring for elderly parents or a family elder. Understanding the most common senior caregiver duties can help you prepare. Below find our continuing tips on elder...

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