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Economic Stimulus? Not Likely For Seniors (news.newamericamedia.org) TMC

Now that President Obama has signed legislation earmarked to stimulate the comatose American economy, the law will likely not place a high priority on the construction of senior centers or housing... More

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Submitted about 1 year ago by cdoherty | 0 Comments |

Survey: Recession Affects Seep Across MI Demographics (www.publicnewsservice.org) TMC

The nation's economic slowdown is affecting people of all ages -- including seniors. A new AARP survey of those in the 45-plus set shows one-third are worried about making rent or mortgage payments in... More

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Submitted about 1 year ago by cdoherty | 0 Comments |

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Retired Job Seekers Swell Unemployment Rolls (news.newamericamedia.org)

Many elderly people from minority and low-income communities are coming out of retirement to look for full-time jobs. But as the unemployment rate soars and the economy plunges, the timing for their... More

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Submitted about 1 year ago by Rupa | 0 Comments |

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