When do people begin to think of themselves as senior citizens? There’s no defined age. Unlike beauty, age is in the mind, not the eye, of the beholder.
Experts have noted six milestones that help define someone as a senior citizen.
Obviously, qualifying for senior benefits tops the list, meaning getting Medicare at 65, Social Security early at 62, or just enjoying senior discounts offered by retailers at 55. There are financial indicators as well. Beginning to withdraw savings from a 401(k) plan or an IRA at 59 1/2 + or taking mandatory withdrawals at 72 can define senior citizenship.
A big shift comes when you step away from working and retire. Once you leave the daily grind, you begin to feel you’re a senior. Perhaps the biggest influence is if you begin to experience health problems.
The availability of more free time leads you to change priorities and how you spend that time. You may find you’re more involved in activities with older people.
Your Senior Years Should be Filled With Security
Extra income can provide more freedom to do what you want. That’s just one reason why here at Council of Seniors, we’re working to get Congress to pass The SAVE Benefits Act. This bill addresses the insufficient Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) you got in some recent years. Eligible seniors will be reimbursed the $581 that’s been missing once this bill passes.
By signing our petition, you’ll stand with the growing number of people who support this bill and want Congress to take action.
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