Tag: Health Care

The new year is almost upon us! As you flip the calendar on January 1, you should mark some important deadlines to keep you on track:   January 1st:Medicare Coverage starts – assuming you’ve paid your premium 1st:Annual Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment begins 15th:Deadline for Q4 2021 estimated tax payment February Click here for a […]Continue reading

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Medicare open enrollment – also known as Medicare’s annual election period – runs from October 15 through December 7. During this window, Medicare plan enrollees can reevaluate their coverage and make changes or purchase new policies if they want to do so. For most Americans, Medicare eligibility goes hand in hand with turning 65, but some […]Continue reading

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Millennials are victims of many stereotypes, but the one that portrays them positively suggests they’re a planning generation. They research and collaborate and plan for all life’s major decisions, and their long-term care (LTC) isn’t any different. In part, millennials have learned about personal finances by observing the mistakes and shortcomings of older generations and […]Continue reading

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Dedicating time and headspace to planning can set you up for a health care approach that’s preventive rather than reactive, and that can offer peace of mind.   Do you have a health care notebook? Being organized is the key to preparation during stressful times, so keep a journal or even use an app on […]Continue reading

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To determine if an older adult can continue living at home, take a good look at all aspects of their present housing situation and how each one affects their safety and quality of life.   Medication Management Do they remember to take their medications at prescribed doses and times? Have they had any hospitalizations or […]Continue reading

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“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go…” ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go!   Retirement dreams come in all designs and visions, […]Continue reading

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