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Originally Posted by justjim
Many Villagers would be “in a world of hurt” without S. S. and Medicare. Especially Medicare.
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Indeed. I was born with cerebral palsy and my wife has two chronic, progressive illnesses -- I can't imagine us ever being able to afford health care in retirement without Medicare. Prescriptions costs alone already average $800/month.
Social security provides half our income, with savings making up the rest.
So yes, both are critically important to us.