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Feel Better and Be Better with These Two Great Reads for Seniors
There’s no better feeling than curling up with a good book. You’re holding a cup of tea, maybe you’re hearing the sound of rain outside, and suddenly all is right with the world. Reading has a healing effect. Books take us out of our daily lives, inform us and can help us forget our worries for a moment. They connect us to the world and to others, but they also remind us of our duties to ourselves. Reading is about solitude, and yet a book can also inspire internal growth. Altogether, this makes reading a uniquely profound experience. But finding [...]
Want to Retire with Peace of Mind? Get the Best Life Insurance and Estate Planning for Seniors
Getting older is full of changing seasons and priorities. While you may also be confronted with more existential concerns, a whole new set of financial concerns is looming. Between budgeting for your golden years and continuing to support your loved ones, retirement requires careful planning. And, of course, you want to at least maintain your lifestyle after you retire. You want to enjoy your retirement! You don’t want to stress out about anything except where to spend your free time. And you definitely don’t want to worry about finances. That’s why our top pick for life insurance and estate planning [...]
Wondering How to Get a Medicare Replacement Card?
You’ve lost your wallet—ugh! Or maybe it was stolen. Possibly a beloved pet mistook your wallet for a chew toy. Regardless of how you got here, you now need to know how to cancel your credit cards, apply for a new driver's license and how to get a Medicare replacement card. Your Medicare card contains important information pertaining to your insurance coverage. You can’t be without it for appointments and prescriptions. And, like a credit card, the number on your Medicare card is personal and can allow someone else to access your insurance benefits. So let’s learn how to get [...]
Virtual Reality at Your Fingertips: A Simple Guide to Inviting VR Into Your Life
In our previous posts on virtual reality (here and here), we explored the benefits of integrating VR into your life. Reduce anxiety, activate your memory, and check items off your bucket list right from home—the possibilities are endless! Senior living communities across the U.S. (and the globe) are enhancing their residents’ well-being with VR. A senior living facility that launched its VR pilot program in 2017 has now integrated VR into all 15 of their facilities. And luxury facilities aren’t the only ones participating in this trend. Smaller communities are following suit. Why? Because the cost of VR programs keeps [...]
Medicare Advantage vs Fee-for-Service: Is One More Susceptible to Fraud?
Medicare Advantage vs Fee-for-Service: Which Plan Is Right for You? We’ve all heard horror stories about exorbitant medical bills no ordinary person could ever hope to pay. A 20% copay on a $7 million hospital bill or the cost of life-saving medication skyrocketing overnight? These situations are gut-wrenching to say the least. The typical American simply can’t afford routine care and medication, let alone hospital stays and life-or-death procedures, without quality health insurance. But as we all know, sometimes health insurance just isn’t enough. Something’s gotta give! What are the problems with Medicare Advantage? Senator Elizabeth Warren recently called for [...]
Yoga in Fiji? Hike the Grand Canyon? You Can Do it ALL Without Leaving Home
Last month, we shared with you news about the exciting new world of virtual reality (VR) and the numerous health benefits for seniors. But have you considered how VR positively impacts your well-being? Of course, there are many different ways you can use VR to improve your well-being. Whether you’re just having fun inside the experience, purposefully playing a game or educating yourself on a new topic, there are significant health benefits. Here’s how VR can help you feel better, mind, body and soul. #1. Mind VR is just as effective for the mind as the body. By engaging this [...]
2 Truths and 3 Lies About Medicare Advantage Plans
Do you get confused when you hear terms like Medigap, Part D or Open Enrollment? If so, you’re not alone! Maybe you’ve just turned 65 or you’ve recently left an employer-sponsored plan. Or, perhaps you’ve been on Original Medicare for years but haven’t recently put any intentional thought into new options. Whatever the case may be, as you start to research your healthcare options you might notice a disturbing trend. The information about Medicare coverage, specifically Medicare Advantage, can be inconsistent and unreliable. This is a frustrating reality most seniors face when looking for a Medicare Advantage Plan. Unfortunately, some [...]
4 Ways Virtual Reality Can Improve Your Health and Well-Being After 60
How Virtual Reality is Transforming Experiences for Seniors What do you think of when you hear the words “virtual reality”? If it’s a vision of young people wearing headgear and wildly waving their arms around at nothing … well, you’re right. But virtual reality, VR for short, isn’t just for the youngsters anymore. Seniors are experiencing incredibly positive health outcomes with VR! While VR may sound like science fiction, tech companies are taking interest in the senior market. In a series of articles over the next few months, we’ll explore how VR can improve your health and well-being. What is [...]
OEP 2022 is Here for Medicare Advantage Plan Holders
Maximize Your Medicare Benefits During OEP 2022 We know this time of year can be overwhelming—and we’re not just talking about recovering from the holidays! For Medicare, the end of the year also means your Annual Election Period (AEP) has ended, and the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (OEP 2022) is fast on its heels. So, what is OEP 2022, and does this enrollment period apply to you? If you’re confused by Medicare’s different enrollment periods, you’re not alone. Today, we’ll review the basics so you know exactly what you are and are not allowed to do during OEP. OEP [...]
3 Important Changes to Medicare Advantage Plans in 2022
As Medicare Advantage (MA) Plans rise in popularity, each new year brings improvements to these policies. Here's a rundown of the most important changes to Medicare plans in 2022 and how they could affect your choices for the upcoming Open Enrollment Period (OEP) starting January 1. The History of Advantage Plans Since 1997, seniors eligible for Medicare have been able to choose a privately-run Advantage Plan instead of Original Medicare. For nearly 25 years now, these plans have steadily increased their market share by including robust benefits like vision, dental, prescription drug coverage and access to over-the-counter items. In 2022, [...]
