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How Often Should Seniors Get Vision Screenings?

As we age, our eyes go through various changes that can affect our vision. It’s important for senior citizens to get regular vision screenings to ensure they maintain good eye health and prevent vision loss. But how often should senior citizens get their vision screened?

The Importance of National Blood Donor Month

January is National Blood Donor Month, an effort to publicize the importance of blood donation and encourage people to donate blood. Continue reading to learn more about donating blood.

Does Medicare Cover Depression Screenings?

With the current state of the world, it is no surprise that mental health concerns are on the rise. Awareness of depression symptoms and being proactive in seeking mental health care can make a significant difference in overall well-being. At Twin City Underwriters, we often get questions about ...

How to Stay Stress Free This Holiday Season

The 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

There 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

Summer! 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

In 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.