As a Medicare Insurance Broker, I have the privilege of working with retirees all over the US. Some are thriving; some are struggling. One thing that everyone wants? Good health. One of the simplest things we can do to improve our health is stay physically active. Small steps over a long period of time can […]
Category: Living Well
Homeowners Beware!
As your Medicare Insurance Broker, I encourage you to schedule a time on my calendar every year to make sure your coverage is up to date. It’s equally important to review your homeowners coverage with an independent property & casualty broker as well. Understand the deductibles, make sure your valuable items are scheduled and have […]
How To Age Well
“Getting old ain’t for sissies,” that’s what my neighbor used to say. The good news is there are many small things we can do daily to slow down the aging process. Keep moving. Seven thousand steps or about 30 minutes of daily exercise seems to essential to staying healthy and aging well. A little bit […]
Don’t Leave Medicare Money On The Table
As a Medicare Insurance Broker, I’ve learned the importance of not leaving money on the table. Escheatment is when unclaimed property or unclaimed funds fall into the hands of the state. Amazingly, 1 out of every 10 Americans have unclaimed assets being held by the state. Use this link to find out if you are […]
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 […]
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 […]
When Should I Start Social Security?
Greetings Medicare Seeker! Here’s a question I receive every week: when should I start Social Security? The answer is… it depends :)! Every retiree is in a different situation, but the rule of thumb is this: The longer you wait, the larger benefit. Here’s an article from Bankrate that may be helpful. If you are […]