How to Plan for the Future You Want
Posted: October 7, 2023
October is Financial Planning Month. This is a time when we are reminded to prepare budgets and keep spending in check during the holiday season. Our approach to financial planning can depend on our phase of life. Still, the earlier we begin planning and saving for the future, the easier it will be to make our targets. Steps to Improve Your Financial Situation Take the...
8 Steps to Fall-Proof Your Home
Posted: October 6, 2023
This week is Active Aging Week, an annual campaign to promote the benefits of healthy aging and lifestyles. It is held during the first week of October, beginning on the first Monday of the month. In 2023, it runs from October 2 to October 8. Falls are one of the greatest health risks for older adults. Every year, millions of people ages 65 and older...
5 Tips to Building Healthy Habits on National Family Day
Posted: September 25, 2023
Today is National Family Day! On this day, families are encouraged to sit down at the table and enjoy a meal together. There is no one like family, and this is a time to appreciate the special people in your life. The following are tips for building healthy habits on National Family Day. Share at least three meals a week: Research has shown that eating...
Debunking 5 Medigap Misconceptions
Posted: September 21, 2023
As the name implies, Medigap insurance is designed to fill in gaps in coverage that occur with Original Medicare. For example, if Original Medicare Part B covers 80% of medically necessary services for your outpatient care, a Medigap policy will cover the remaining 20%. This is important coverage to have, as there is no cap on out-of-pocket expenses with Original Medicare. Myths and misunderstandings concerning...
Assisted Living Week: Protecting Grandparents with Long-Term Care Insurance
Posted: September 10, 2023
Today we are celebrating National Grandparents' Day, which always falls on the first Sunday after Labor Day. September 10 also marks the start of Assisted Living Week this year. Similar to Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, Grandparents' Day is an entire day dedicated to grandparents. It is an opportunity to treasure the special connection between grandparents and children, which has been proven to be beneficial...