Introduction to Medicare Advantage Plan Information Why Would I Want to Supplement Medicare? Medicare is the federal health insurance program for: People who are 65 or older Certain younger people with disabilities People with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant, sometimes called ESRD) The different parts of Medicare help cover…
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Faith-Based Senior Support Services
Psalm 71:9 “Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.” Introduction to Faith-Based Senior Support Services Sadly, the poor and the elderly are often the forgotten demographic in our modern, relatively affluent society. Those with family members who can offer support can be considered fortunate…
What To Know About Active Adult 55+ Communities
Introduction to Active Adult 55+ Communities When searching for the ideal setting for your upcoming retirement, active adult 55+ communities are gaining in popularity. Tailored for individuals aged 55 and above, these communities provide a variety of amenities, services, and a communal atmosphere that addresses the distinct needs and preferences of their residents. To many,…
Social Security and Medicare for Seniors
Introduction to Social Security and Medicare for Seniors For the majority of individuals, Social Security serves as the fundamental pillar of retirement income, while Medicare typically serves as the primary health coverage provider. The crucial questions often revolve around when to claim Social Security benefits and gaining a clear understanding of Medicare. Knowing the optimal…
Financial Planning Resources for Seniors
Financial Planning Resources for Seniors
Retirement Resources for Seniors
Introduction When I envisioned this post “Retirement Resources for Seniors”, I thought I could provide a comprehensive resource to my readers, aggregating retirement resources from across the internet in a single, convenient location. That ultimate goal has not changed, but the implementation has evolved as I have found a wonderful website that frankly does much…
Lifelong Learning Resources for Seniors
Introduction: Benefits of Lifelong Learning for Seniors & Older Adults As I introduce lifelong learning resources for seniors, we must first discuss the many benefits. In addition, I encourage you to check out my post “The Secret to a Happy, Healthy Retirement”, where I discuss a holistic strategy to healthy living in retirement. You may…
Charitable Food Delivery Organizations
A Tragic Reality: the Need for Charitable Food Delivery Organizations According to the American Academy of Family Physicians’ research, there are around 3.7 million malnourished seniors in the United States. For many older adults, putting a delicious, nutritious meal on the table every day can prove very difficult. This was ample cause for me to…
Meal Delivery Services for Seniors
Introduction Thanks in part to the COVID pandemic, there has been a surge in meal delivery services. During the pandemic, people of course stayed home and significantly reduced their patronage of restaurants and even grocery stores. This phenomenon was probably even more prevalent with seniors. There are basically two variants on meal delivery services for…
Best Sources of Health Information for Seniors
Introduction – Best Sources of Health Information for Seniors As stated in the article below from the National Institutes of Health, older adults are the largest consumers of healthcare in the US. Given this statistic, I thought it helpful to produce this post, “Best Sources of Health Information for Seniors”, not as an end all,…