Senior Living Blog
What You Need To Know About Medicare’s Annual Election Period and Open Enrollment Period
Navigating Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP) and Open Enrollment Period (OEP) can be crucial for ensuring you have the right coverage for your healthcare needs. These periods offer the opportunity to review, change, or enhance your Medicare plans, but understanding the differences and timing is key to making the best decisions. Our experienced team is […]
September 17, 2018
Medigap or Medicare Advantage: Which Should You Choose?
Choosing between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement Insurance is a critical decision that can shape your healthcare experience and financial well-being. Each option offers unique benefits and limitations, but understanding which path best aligns with your health needs and lifestyle is essential. Whether you prioritize lower upfront costs, network flexibility, or comprehensive coverage, we’re here […]
May 1, 2018
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare
Almost every American over the age of 65 is covered by Medicare, or will be after they retire. However, there are a lot of aspects about this massive health insurance program that are not well understood by many people. With that in mind, here are a few things Americans often don’t know about Medicare and […]
December 27, 2017
12 Medicare Facts All Seniors Should Know
Medicare provides insurance coverage to 56 million Americans, yet many people don’t know everything they should know about this valuable program. Here are 12 important facts about Medicare that can help you make the most of your Medicare benefits.
October 25, 2017
What Are The Benefits of Medicare Plan F?
Of the Medigap plans available, Plan F provides the widest array of benefits and the most comprehensive coverage. Plan F and Plan C (not to be confused with Medicare Part C), the second most popular Medicare Supplement plan, are sometimes referred to as “first dollar” plans: They cover Medicare copays and co-insurance from the very […]
May 31, 2017
19 Tips for Combatting the Flu
Even when conditions seem ideal for a flu outbreak across the United States, as was the case this winter, there are tips that can be followed to minimize the chance of getting infected—or at least reduce the severity of symptoms.
March 31, 2014
Five Foods That Help Fight Diabetes
For many people, a diet focused on prevention and treatment of diabetes can be vital in promoting good health and reducing the risk or symptoms of this disease afflicting over 20 million Americans. Fortunately, there are some foods known or widely thought to help fight diabetes.
March 27, 2014
Fifteen Quotes from 2013 to Inspire Us in 2014 and Beyond
Quotes as inspirational and impactful as FDR’s “The only thing we have to fear is …,” JFK’s “Ask not …,” and Lou Gehrig’s “I consider myself the luckiest man …” probably come around only a few times in a century, so it may seem a tall order to offer up 15 extraordinarily inspirational quotes from 2013.
February 25, 2014
How Do the Affordable Care Act and Medicare Work Together?
Despite its short life thus far, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010 has already affected just about every area of American healthcare you can name—and Medicare is no exception.
January 29, 2014
More Evidence Suggests Video Games are Good for Older Minds and Bodies
Yet another study suggests that playing video games can help keep members of the Medicare population sharp and well-coordinated.
January 2, 2014