Discounts for Senior citizens are a good way to save money for a group who are usually retired and on a fixed income. What are some discounts and how do you get them? Here is a primer to help a Senior citizen find discounts.
The most common discount is the ones offered at local restaurants. Sometime that means a discounted or free drink or a 5 to 10 percent discount on meals. The best way to get a discount is to request one. Most senior discounts are not advertised. Some establishments offer discounts for those over 55 years of age and others for those 65 or older. Check with the restaurant.
Another easy discount is the ones offered at motels and hotels. When making a reservation, ask if there is a senior discount available not only for seniors, but for other members, also. Payless Shoe stores offer a discount, along with prescriptions at Walmart. Check your literature to see the entire list of discounts. Walgreens and other pharmacies offer discounts, also. Usually the customer must be a member of a group to receive these discounts.
Seniors can ride rapid transit systems in some cities for free or a lower fare. Check with the local transportation company to find out the senior deals. Some discounts, such in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the PAT system, require the seniors to ride in a certain time zone. The mass transit system in Orlando, Florida, offers discounted fares for Senior citizens. Most transportation systems require senior riders to be 65 years of age or older. Check with the local transportation system, especially if you are vacationing in the area.
Another good discount outlet is the American Association of Retired People. This organization publishes a list of discounted stores, services, and transportation. For a cost of $12 per year, this organization offers members discounts, a newspaper, and a magazine. Anyone over 50 receives the discounts.
If you are retired military, showing an Identification card issued by the Federal Government, can earn many discounts. During special military holidays, some local stores and restaurants offer large discount prices.
Eye glasses are another discounted item. The American Association of Retired Persons is the best source for this discount. It is honored by some of the larger eye glass makers.
Some organizations offer, with membership, many discounted offers. Some of these are bank groups, credit unions, etc.
Bank credit cards and airline loyalty cards offer discounts, also. Southwest Airlines offers senior fare airline tickets. These are refundable, in case the trip is cancelled for a reason. They are discounted and refundable. Many bank cards and loyalty cards offer discount with a certain number of points earned. These points accrue for the discounts.
Some department stores offer senior citizen discount days. Once a month, seniors can shop with a percentage discount.
Kohls Department Stores and Belks are two of the more popular shopping choices.
The best way to find discounts is to ask at the restaurant or store that you are in. Hotels and motels discounts are usually available when making the reservation.