Medicare & Heart Disease: What is Covered
Posted: February 6, 2025
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It accounts for over 600,000 deaths annually and affects both men and women across all racial and ethnic groups. It also primarily affects older adults. Here’s what you need to know about heart disease coverage if you have Medicare. What is Heart Disease? Heart disease is a broad term encompassing a range of...
Useful Apps for Tech-Savvy Seniors
Posted: January 21, 2025
People don’t go anywhere without their phones these days. Cell phones can provide critical assistance to seniors, regardless of their location. Protections are provided through certain “apps” or software applications. These helpful little programs are usually represented by a colorful tile or icon on your phone’s menu screen. Recent reports show that nearly 4,000 new apps are uploaded daily, but which ones are right for...
Your Guide to Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment
Posted: January 6, 2025
In addition to helping to maintain our health as we age, having a reliable healthcare insurance plan also provides real peace of mind. As a Medicare Advantage enrollee, you may know that it offers additional benefits not available with traditional Medicare, such as vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage. As we welcome the new year, a new enrollment period begins. When Is Medicare Advantage Open...
What to Do if You Missed Medicare Open Enrollment
Posted: December 21, 2024
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), or Medicare Open Enrollment Period, offers beneficiaries a once-a-year opportunity to change their health coverage. If you missed it, don’t panic. There are still options. Here are the key dates and periods to remember to sign up at the next convenient time. Winter Enrollment The annual open Medicare enrollment period is always in the winter. By signing up for Medicare...
Senior Health Tips for the Holiday Season
Posted: December 6, 2024
Everyone loves the holidays. The fabulous food, families coming together, the cooking, shopping, and decorating make the holidays an exciting—and somewhat stressful--time. As seniors, it is crucial to put your health first while enjoying the best of holiday joy. Here are a few things seniors can do to stay healthy and happy during the holidays. Stay Hydrated Staying hydrated seems simple, but it bears repeating....
