One of the benefits of being a senior is having access to a plethora of discounts. Businesses, from spas and hotels to rental companies, restaurants, and even clothing stores, may offer reduced prices to individuals over 55. Here are some awesome senior discounts to look into:
Events
Being 55 or older doesn’t mean you aren’t heading to shows, gallery openings, and public gatherings! Look into discounted events like these:
- Many colleges or other postsecondary education providers offer senior discounts for campus events. Everything from alumni lectures, chorus shows, plays, and other art exhibits may qualify for a discount. Or, you might get in for free! It never hurts to ask.
- Major venues like sports stadiums or concert halls often offer senior discounts for big games, matches, meets, and shows. First, visit the venue’s website to see if its policy is listed. Then, call the customer service number and ask if the location offers a senior discount. While you may not be able to purchase tickets online to earn reduced fares, a cheaper ticket might be one phone call away!
- Certain movie theaters offer discounted tickets to individuals over the age of 60. Ask at your local theater, as there may be particular days when these sales occur.
Seniors can earn discounts at clothing stores for being over the age of 55.
Clothes
Plenty of retail stores offer lesser-known senior discounts on clothing. Turn to these stores if you’re in the market for some new duds:
- 10 percent off at Clarks for people age 62 and up.
- 10 percent off on a particular day of the week at Goodwill (see your closest location for details).
- 10 percent off at Dress Barn on Tuesdays or Wednesdays for people age 55 and older (see location for details).
- 10 percent off at T.J. Maxx on Mondays in Florida.
- 10 percent off at Ross Stores on Tuesdays for individuals 55 and older.
- Up to 50 percent off at The Salvation Army thrift stores for people aged 55 and over.
- 15 percent off at Kohl’s on Wednesdays for seniors age 55 and older.
Prescriptions
Many people are unaware that they may be eligible for discount prescriptions. Talk to your doctor or pharmacy to learn what plans you can take advantage of. Walgreens, Kmart, Target, CVS, and AARP offer name-brand and generic medication discounts. Even small amounts of money off each medication can provide a big break for you over a longer period of time. Plus, buying these products at places where you purchase other items might help you earn points or credit toward non-medical items.
Grocery stores and transportation options like local train systems and cruise ships often offer discounts to older people. Ask about potential sales at checkout or before visiting a store or booking a trip. Your assisted living community may even keep a running list of area stores with senior discounts, so ask around!
Make sure you ask a store employee if you must belong to any particular clubs or mailing lists to be eligible for discounts. Even if you’re over their specified senior age, the company may not honor a discount unless you follow a specific rule like being a member or having a sale code.
