By Bob Katzen

The Elder Affairs Committee’s hearing included legislation that would require the state treasurer to develop and periodically review and update model curriculum to support seniors’ financial literacy and stability, in consultation with the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, the Massachusetts Councils on Aging and AARP

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“Massachusetts is among the three states where older people are most likely to be financially insecure,” said sponsor Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “Older people are the fastest group of unhoused people, and among the most likely victims of scams.”