Medicare Extra Help and the Asset Test: Which Savings and Property Count Against You (And Which Don't)

Worried your savings or home will disqualify you from Medicare Extra Help? Learn exactly which assets count toward the limit and which are excluded.

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Education & Job Training April 22, 2026

How Free Adult Education Programs Can Help You Pass the Citizenship Test and Unlock Federal Benefits Reserved for U.S. Citizens

Permanent residents 55+ can use free adult education and ESL programs to prepare for the naturalization exam and gain access to SSI, Medicaid, SNAP, and more.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Education & Job Training April 22, 2026

What Happens to Your Pell Grant If You Drop a Class or Stop Attending School?

Dropping a class or withdrawing mid-semester can affect your Pell Grant funds. Learn what older adult students need to know to avoid owing money back.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Food April 22, 2026

CSFP Benefits and Medicare Advantage Food Allowance: How to Tell Your Health Plan About Your Food Benefits (and Why It Matters)

If you receive CSFP food boxes and have Medicare Advantage, sharing that information with your plan could unlock extra nutrition benefits. Here is how to do it.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Senior-Specific April 21, 2026

5 Tax Breaks Every Senior Homeowner Should Know About

Senior homeowners may be leaving money on the table. Discover five key tax breaks for senior homeowners that could save you hundreds or thousands each year.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Financial Assistance April 21, 2026

Can You Get LIHEAP If You Rent? What Senior Renters Need to Know About LIHEAP Eligibility

Many senior renters mistakenly believe LIHEAP is only for homeowners. Learn how renters qualify, what happens when utilities are included in rent, and how to apply.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read