As a Medicare Insurance Consumer, beware of big promises from Captain Kirk, Joe Namath, Joe Montana, JJ and all the others. Big corporate call centers often promise the moon but once you sign up, you’ll rarely if ever talk to the same person again, you’ll be handed off to the dreaded “customer retention center.” As […]
Category: Health Advice for Seniors
Service Makes Us Smile!
May this note find you well and giving thanks in these times of uncertainty. The Medicare Annual Election Period has ended and things are finally calming down. It’s nice to have some down time and to prepare for the new year. While with my brother at an outdoor Christmas Market a few days ago, we […]
How To Stay Sharp As We Age
I hope this note finds you well. As a Medicare Insurance Broker, I speak with clients daily. It constantly amazes me how sharp some retirees remain. Of course genetics plays a role but so does active engagement… Playing Games. Doing Puzzles. Reading. Listening to lectures. Staying engaged, remaining active, and learning new things can go […]
Give Thanks This Thanksgiving
I hope this note finds you well during these times of change. Holidays can still be a time of great joy despite the complications of COVID and family politics. Here are some great ideas on how to make the most of time together and how to reduce family conflict. In the meantime, don’t be suckered […]
Medicare, Sleep Habits & Dementia
I hope this note finds you well and looking for ways to bring joy to others. As we age, getting good sleep can become more and more challenging. Do not underestimate the importance of great sleep hygiene: Simply steps like going to bed at the same time every night, avoiding caffeine after 4, keeping electronics […]
Watch Out For Medicare Dyn-o-mite!
As a Medicare Insurance Broker, clients call me daily asking about all the “free Medicare benefits” they keep seeing on TV. Jimmie Walker as JJ on the TV Show “Good Times.” Joe Namath the quarterback. Would you call them to review your Medicare? Of course not! They’re actors pitching HUGE BENEFITS… Benefits that, in reality, […]
Try Something New
As a Medicare Insurance Broker, I speak with clients across the country on a daily basis and it gives me a window into living well and the importance of trying new things. It’s so easy to develop routines that are helpful and routines that are a hindrance to our contentment and our growth. Trying new […]
What About My Medicare Meds?
Greetings Medicare Insurance Seeker! It’s that time of year when everyone is being bombarded with false promises of Medicare gold! If you are taking prescriptions, it’s a good idea to review your options. 1. Look at your Annual Notice of Changes. If the drugs have switched tiers, beware of higher costs. 2. Before filling your […]
Can you see the Medicare Stars?
Hello, this is Karl Bruns-Kyler with the Big 65 Medicare Insurance Services and I hope you’re having a great week. My wife Quantz and I are currently in Vienna and it is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Today I want to talk about the importance of medical ratings for providers. Whether you […]
How To Stay Forever Young
Greetings Medicare Seeker and I hope you’re having a great week. Studies have shown that if we listen to the music of our youth, it’ll actually make us healthier by: Lowing our blood pressure. Improving our mood. Strengthen learning and memory. Help us recovery more quickly from surgery and strokes. Music has many other benefits […]