Retirement is one thing most of us look forward to in our futures—the thought of no longer working a 9 to 5, never having to answer to the big boss and finally spending our days how we want, sounds dreamy, right? Here’s the catch, for most of us when the work stops, so does the income. 

However, there is a bright side! Starting as early as the age of 50, you can capitalize on some major senior discounts. From shopping and groceries to travel and entertainment, there are many ways to stretch your dollars! 

Believe it or not, managing your safety can be as simple as managing your money. Simply purchase Life Alert and no longer worry about being able to reach someone if you fall and cannot get up. Even if you can reach a phone, what if no one answers? With Life Alert you can disregard those questions and simply hit the button located on your Life Alert lanyard and help will be sent fast, 24/7. You will receive emergency medical attention fast. Life Alert doesn’t take off weekends and they don’t have set hours, they are here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

One of the secrets to enjoying your golden years is to take advantage of discounts wherever you find them! Below is a list provided by, The Senior List[1], of some of the best deals you can start taking advantage of today!

Restaurants:

Ben & Jerry’s: 10% off (60+)

Boston Market: 10% off (65+)

Chili’s: 10% off (55+)

Denny’s: 10% off, 20% off for AARP members (55+)

IHOP: 10% off (55+)

Subway: 10% off (60+)

Apparel:

Banana Republic: 10% off (50+)

Dress Barn: 10% off (55+)

Kohl’s: 15% off (60+)

Entertainment:

AMC Theaters: Up to 30% off (55+)

U.S. National Parks: $10 lifetime pass; 50% off additional services including camping (62+)

Bally Total Fitness: Up to $100 off memberships (62+)

Cell Phone Providers:

AT&T: Special Senior Nation 200 Plan $29.99/month (65+)

Verizon Wireless: Verizon Nationwide 65 Plus Plan $29.99/month (65+)

No matter where you are, if you want to get the best deal you can, you should always ask the question, “Do you offer any senior discounts?” With so many discounts available, seniors have a real opportunity to stretch their dollars. Give some love back to your piggy bank and enjoy yourself while doing it! Senior living is all about being active and enjoying life. So get out there and have some fun!

With all of those pennies now saved, you can make an investment in something that returns immeasurable gain, your safety. If you are a senior living independently, Life Alert is essential. Don’t wait for an accident to occur to get your emergency medical alert system. A trip and fall can be devastating and even debilitating to a senior citizen. With Life Alert, they can ensure you receive medical attention quickly.  

But if savings is what you’re after, you may be able to get up to a 15% discount on your homeowners insurance if you get Life Alert’s Monitored 24/7 Fire Protection Smoke Alarm.  Unlike standard fire alarms that only make noise, Life Alert’s Fire Protection System has a team of emergency dispatchers standing by.  When dangerous smoke triggers the smoke detector, the alarm sends a signal to the dispatchers who will then notify the local authorities.  This kind of fast reaction can save your home and that stuffed piggy bank.  

Don’t leave your life or your beloved home up to chance, be sure you are protected and buy Life Alert today. Your piggy bank will thank you!

To learn more about all of the lifesaving services Life Alert has to offer, call 1-800-513-2934 for a free brochure.

Works Cited:

1.       Aime. “Best List of Senior Discounts For 2014.” The Senior List. 15 July 2014. <http://www.theseniorlist.com/2014/07/best-list-of-senior-discounts-for-2014/>.

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