Savvy Senior: Three vaccines seniors should consider getting this fall

Savvy Senior: When to worry about your memory

Dear Savvy Senior, At age 70, I’ve become more and more forgetful lately and am concerned it may be an early sign of dementia. Are there any memory screening tools or services that you can recommend to help me gauge my problem, without going to a neurologist? -Forgetful Frank

Savvy Senior: Is a reverse mortgage a good idea?

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about reverse mortgages? When my husband passed away last year my income dropped almost in half, and I’ve been struggling to keep up with my monthly living expenses. -Senior Homeowner Dear Senior, For retirees who own their home and want to

Savvy Senior: Service dogs can help seniors with disabilities

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog could help make his life a little easier. -Dog Loving Leah Dear Leah, For people with disabilities

Savvy Senior: How to choose and use a home blood pressure monitor