What is Shingles? Most people over the age of 50 know about Shingles, because they’ve heard about how awful it can be from a friend. In case you didn’t know, Shingles is a viral infection (the same virus that causes …
Senior Transportation: Is it Time to Stop Driving?
A special thank you to Sherrie Rose of Senior Access TX for contributing her expertise and knowledge to provide this guest blog. If you’re a senior in Texas, have you hung up your keys for good? Is it time to …
On Medicare and Need Speech Therapy after a Stroke? Try Telepractice!
A special thank you to Genevieve Richardson of LIFE Speech Pathology for providing her expertise for this guest post. Strokes affect people of all different ages. In this article we’re going to talk about how speech therapy can have a …
Does Medicare Cover Cochlear Implants?
Medicare participants often have questions regarding vision, dental, and hearing services, and what is covered on their Medicare plan. But today we’re discussing Cochlear implants and Medicare. Does Medicare cover cochlear implants? In short, yes cochlear implants are covered! However, …
How to Find Senior Care: Use a Senior Placement Advisor
A special thank you for this guest post from senior care specialist, Anna McMaster. A particularly difficult part of getting older is the slow loss of independence. For most seniors, this process is a gradual one. Perhaps adult children notice …
Are you Paying Too Much in Medicare Premiums?
Healthcare costs. Premiums. Deductibles. Prescription drugs. It all adds up! How much is Medicare? How much money do I need to have set aside to cover my healthcare expenses? You’re not alone if you have concerns about the continually rising …
What is Covered by Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans? Your Ultimate Cheat Sheet
Are you confused about what is covered under your Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan? So many of my clients are unclear about the guidelines around enrollment, why they need to enroll, and what to do if you’re not on …