How to Stay Stress Free This Holiday Season
Blog Author: Kathy IngulsrudThe holidays! A time for family, friends, and special memories – or at least, that’s what we hope for. Sometimes the holiday season is stressful, lonely, and difficult, and we may even find ourselves feeling frustrated and irritable. Thankfully, there are some effective strategies for re-centering ...
Staying Connected with Family Near and Far
Blog Author: Kari MelloneThere are so many ways to utilize technology to ensure we stay close and connected to loved ones who are away. Video Chats and Zoom events have become rituals for families with time zone challenges. These meetings are free on popular platforms and devices, and as such, they are ideal for ...
How to Stay Safe and Beat the Heat This Summer
Blog Author: Kathy IngulsrudSummer! The season that makes us forget the cold of the previous months. The season that brings sports, graduations, outdoor activities, gardens, the Minnesota State Fair, and all sorts of fun in the sun. Fun that is, as long as we are protected from the heat.
7 Ways Seniors Can Stay Sharp: Improve Mental Well-Being, Memory and Focus
Blog Author: John DemkoIn today’s day and age, one might find it easy to feel disconnected with the world. With that disconnection some may feel that their senses are dulled, or that their memory retention and focus have been diminished.
Don’t Forget to Schedule Your Annual Wellness Visit
Blog Author: Marcia PruittDid you know that within the first 12 months of getting part B of Medicare, you get a free “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit with your primary care provider? You do! Each year thereafter, Medicare will cover the cost of an Annual Wellness Visit. It is important to know what these Wellness ...
How Can Preexisting Conditions Affect Life Insurance Approval?
Blog Author: John DemkoIn What Ways Can Preexisting Conditions Affect my Approval for a Life Insurance Policy?
3 Ways to Stay Active This Spring
Blog Author: Todd LewisonAs the weather warms and the flowers bloom, it’s a perfect time to get outside and reconnect with people, nature, and the things that bring us joy. Here are a few ways to get outside and stay active this spring.
Nutrition Tips for Older Adults
Blog Author: Todd LewisonEating a healthy diet can be tough at any age, but it’s often especially difficult for seniors. There are many reasons for this. Appetites fluctuate, nutritional needs change, and chronic disease or medication affects how or what you eat. Therefore, it’s important to be aware of the different ...
Dental Coverage for Medicare Recipients
Blog Author: Kari MelloneThe health of your mouth, teeth and gums can greatly affect your overall health and wellbeing. Therefore, maintaining oral and dental health is increasingly important. For seniors, having affordable dental coverage is vital.
