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The season of gratitude and giving seems to pass too quickly. Black Friday and Cyber Monday rush in immediately following Thanksgiving, and our reasons for being thankful often seem to slip into the background. The rush of the Christmas season—finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list or preparing for visiting guests—can steal our…

Every year, when the leaves start to fall and the gorgeous colors of the season begin to change, it is a reminder that the Annual Open Enrollment for Medicare and Marketplace Insurance has arrived. THE WINDOW FOR OPEN ENROLLMENT Medicare’s Open Enrollment is from October 15 to December 7. If you are under 65 and…

October is just around the corner, and countless ads about the Annual Open Enrollment are already flooding TV screens and social media feeds. During an election year, there are always concerns about changes, but some positive reportsare circulating. Health advisors are encouraged and expect Medicare Advantage Plans to remain stable regarding medical and hospital coverage.…

Summer will soon end, children will be back in school and family vacation season will slow down. Retirees have more flexibility and often prefer to travel off-season to avoid crowds or find good deals. However, there is still plenty of time to get away and explore your favorite national park, city or country. Wherever you…

If you drive a car, you’ve probably noticed that auto insurance prices have increased. Everyone is trying to make their dollars stretch, and if you are a good driver, this is an excellent time to take advantage of that record. “There are more than a dozen common car insurance discounts that can help offset rising…

It’s that time of year again when all the Medicare ads start flooding our televisions and causing lots of confusion. Annual open enrollment is October 15 to December 7 this year, so the commercials are going to increase. So what does it all really mean?  What is the Part B giveback? How can I get…

So many things look different due to the global pandemic, and healthcare is no exception. Convenience, a rise in costs, and health equity are all driving change. Cigna Health highlights four trends for 2022 – mental health needs, drug costs, health equity, and virtual care. A fifth, and interesting trend, is a move to narrow…

If you are a caregiver or have aging parents, you understand the critical need for emergency care equipment to keep your loved ones safe. As an advocate for my parents and grandparents, I’ve explored tools and technology to make their homes safer and easier to manage. Technology can make a big difference as you care…

As the weather begins to change and we anticipate cooler temperatures, it is a reminder that Open Enrollment is just around the corner. There are two windows of enrollment depending on your age and status. This month you should receive correspondence from your health provider or prescription drug plan about plan-specific changes beginning January 1,…

This summer, it won’t just be seniors hitting the road in their RVs (recreational vehicles). The popularity of RVs over the past year resulted in an increase in sales for those looking to purchase or rent an RV or camper van. Young families and millennials are taking this craze to new levels.  At the height…