The arrival of winter means lower, colder temperatures across America. This is true even in those typically warm states. The result is that people, especially seniors, will be spending more time indoors where it is warmer. On the surface, staying inside is good for seniors who are more susceptible to cold weather infections such as […]
Making New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthy 2021
Many people see the start of a New Year as a renewed opportunity to change or begin to work on new ways to make their lives better. These resolutions often are intended for improved health, wellness, or financial security. The goals are positive, but they are frequently set so high that they are quickly abandoned […]
Five Things to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine
The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine has been heralded as the number one advance in our fight against this deadly disease. But, while the vaccine presents a positive avenue to control the virus, many citizens have questions that they want to be answered before agreeing to get their shots. This is especially true for those […]
The Health Benefits of Adopting a Pet
Many seniors who live alone, especially during the current COVID-19 pandemic, may experience a sense of isolation while being separated from their loved ones. Even though friends and relatives are staying away out of concern for the health risks associated with the spread of the virus, without contact with the outside world, that sense of […]
How Technology Can Help Us Connect During the Holidays
During the COVID pandemic that continues to spread, millions of people are remaining secluded in their homes and separated from the outside world. This is especially true for those at-risk individuals such as seniors and those will serious illnesses and disabilities. And when you consider that this is the holiday season when most people look […]
Avoiding Holiday Blues During COVID
Just about everyone has experienced or knows someone who has experienced feelings of loneliness, isolation, sadness, anxiety, and emptiness during the holidays. These feelings that come about during festive times are referred to as Holiday Blues. The reasons for a melancholy mood can vary from the loss of a loved one to living alone without […]
Making Decisions About Medicare During a Pandemic
During a year that has brought so much focus on your health and the health of those in your community, it can be challenging to make a decision to change your healthcare coverage. Medicare’s Annual Election Period may be the only opportunity to make changes to your Medicare healthcare coverage, so it’s important to consider […]
Making Holiday Plans? How to Stay Healthy and Safe
Holidays include traditions that bring family and friends together. When the holiday season comes during a pandemic, the yearly traditional gatherings may call for some changes that will keep everyone safe and healthy. Some people who are at risk for serious viral illnesses, especially seniors and anyone with underlying health issues, may want to forego […]
Thanksgiving Family Traditions – Five Fun Things to Add To Your Holiday
Thanksgiving is the time when family and friends gather together for a festive meal and to catch up on the happenings in each person’s life. Celebrating Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic has made it necessary for most families to rethink how they can keep their family tradition if they are not able to be with […]
What to Know About the Flu Shot
Influenza, commonly referred to as the flu, is a virus that is active year-round. However, as the weather gets cooler, the number of flu cases increases. This increase in flu cases is called the annual flu season which extends from late September to early May. Unlike the common cold which rarely develops into other health […]
What Changes are Coming to Social Security Benefits in 2021?
In the United States, over 65 million retirees, surviving family members, and people with disabilities get a Social Security benefits check every month. These same people have come to expect certain changes to their benefits on a yearly basis. Of course there’s the cost of living adjustment known as COLA that the government announces every […]
2021 Increase in Social Security Benefits
Over 70 million Americans rely on Social Security benefits. Even with the most careful financial planning, we all have to consider lifestyle choices, family obligations, and increases in the cost of living when we plan for the future. There are some changes we can make to prepare for retirement, but some things are out of […]
What to Know About Virtual Medicine in 2020
Without question, 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone. The Covid-19 pandemic has made this especially challenging for seniors and all those with underlying health problems. Older citizens and individuals with medical issues have been staying at home to avoid coming in contact with the general population. Caregivers and family members have been helpful […]
Looking for More Benefits at an Affordable Price? Medicare’s Annual Election Period is Here
If you are like millions of other Medicare recipients, you want healthcare that continues to meet your needs at a price you can afford. During Medicare’s Annual Election Period, also known as AEP, you can compare the plans in your area and enroll in a new plan if you find one that suits you. AEP […]
Kids or Grandkids Back in School? Keeping Your Family Healthy
While we are still dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, our children and grandchildren are entering a new school year. Depending on where you live, this means that some children will be back in their classrooms interacting with other students, school personnel, and school bus drivers. A lot of attention is correctly being placed on keeping […]
5 Healthy Fall Meals
Autumn means cooler temperatures and longer nights. For many individuals, autumn also means adjusting their meal menus to include healthy, hearty, fulfilling fall meals. Seniors and caregivers for Medicare recipients can take advantage of all the nutritionally healthy fall foods often on sale at the grocery stores. With a little menu planning, mealtimes can be […]
Satisfied With Your Medicare Insurance? If Not, Consider Your Options During AEP
If you are satisfied with your Medicare coverage and your plan will continue to service your residential area in the upcoming year, you don’t have to make any changes to your insurance during Medicare’s Annual Election Period, or AEP. You may, however, be one of the many Medicare recipients who find that as time goes […]
Five Apps to Use to Boost Your Brain
We can tend to be less active than when we were young. Once we retire from our jobs, we spend less time out in the public socializing with co-workers, family, and friends. Even with the hobbies that we love, we are spending more time alone. This means that we are not engaging our overall brain […]
Want to Make a Change in Your Medicare Insurance? It’s Almost AEP
2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, with the weeks and months seemingly blending into one another as we work and study from home, continue to social distance, and hope for an end to this pandemic. With so many plans cancelled or postponed, it’s easy to forget that some events will continue as scheduled. […]
How to Spruce Up Your Salad
Are salads healthy? Yes. Do you need to be content with the standard lettuce and tomato salads? No. Is it easy to spruce up your salads? Yes. Does it take a lot of time and money to add extra ingredients to a salad? No. We are going to show you that with a little creativity […]