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Sherlea Dony

Sherlea Dony

Sherlea Dony is a retired American Sign Language interpreter, consultant on access services for students who are deaf and hard of hearing, and copy editor currently living in Rochester, New York.

Commentary

Nearly half of older Americans can’t afford basic needs

By: - December 21, 2024

I worked hard my whole career and retired feeling secure. Then I lost every last dime in a scam. I was left with $1,300 a month in Social Security benefits to live on in an area where monthly expenses run about $3,700. I’m a smart woman, but scams against older Americans are increasing in number and sophistication. Whether through […]