Senior Living Blog
Are Medicare Premiums Expected to Remain Stable in 2014?
The United States Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released data indicating Medicare Part D prescription drug plan premiums are projected to remain stable in 2014.
November 6, 2013
When Can You Change Medicare Supplement Plans?
Although you thought long and hard about which Medicare supplement plan to purchase, it’s entirely possible that your circumstances have changed since you enrolled in the Medigap plan that seemed right at the time.
November 5, 2013
How Do I Get a Medicare Card?
If you’re approaching Medicare eligibility, getting your first Medicare card is as easy as ensuring you’re on track to receive Medicare.
November 4, 2013
Are Medicare Supplement Plans Being Offered in the Healthcare Exchange?
Recently, we tried to clear up some confusion regarding Obamacare Open Enrollment and Medicare Open Enrollment. This time, let’s go a step further to distinguish one from the other.
November 1, 2013
Olympics for Seniors … The National Senior Games
With the 2013 National Senior Games in Cleveland, Ohio, having come to an end, here is information for anyone who may be interested in attending the 2015 Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, Minnesota, Senior Games as either a spectator or a participant.
October 31, 2013
Turning 65 This Year? Welcome to Medicare!
If you are turning 65, now is the time to prepare for a successful transition to your Medicare years.
October 30, 2013
Getting a Bargain on Senior Auto Insurance
The fact that Americans of Medicare age pay less on average for car insurance than most of their younger counterparts seems to say something good about the driving ability of older Americans.
October 28, 2013
Depression in Older Americans
Depression affects older Americans at higher rates than their younger counterparts.
October 16, 2013
How is Medicare Funded?
Medicare, as you may be aware, is administered at a cost of over half a trillion dollars annually. That’s a lot of money, and you may wonder where it comes from.
October 9, 2013
Get Your Copy of Medicare and You 2014
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP) / Annual Election Period (AEP) is an annual reminder to update your knowledge about Medicare so that you can make the most informed coverage choices going into the new year—and the newest edition of Medicare & You is one of the best resources at your disposal.
October 7, 2013