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Understanding Medicare Vaccine Coverage: What’s Included, from Flu to RSV

Blog Author: Kathy Ingulsrud

Have you mastered your Medicare coverage, or are you still trying to figure out the specifics of what's covered and what's not? If you're wondering how various vaccines are covered by your Medicare, then you've come to the right place. In this blog, we'll explain which vaccinations are covered by ...

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Does Medicare Cover Nursing Homes?

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

Planning for nursing home care can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to understand how Medicare fits into the picture. Whether you're planning for the future for yourself or navigating options for a loved one, you'll need to know what Medicare covers and, just as importantly, what it ...

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Does My Medicare Plan Cover a Fitness Membership?

Blog Author: Kathy Ingulsrud

Staying active as we age is essential for a long and healthy life. If you’ve been looking to maintain your health and energy levels as you get older, you may be wondering if Medicare can help. The good news is that many Medicare plans actually cover gym and fitness memberships at no extra cost! In ...

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Medicare Advantage Plan Updates for 2025

Blog Author: John Demko

What do Medicare Advantage plans, also known as Part C, have in store for 2025?

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Why Medicare Education Matters for Making Informed Choices

Blog Author: John Demko

As you near the highly anticipated age of 65 years old, the excitement of joining Medicare can be overwhelming. Understanding Medicare coverage and the various plan options can be time-consuming and a lot of information for anyone to process. There are countless complexities, numerous nuances, and ...

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5 Indoor Exercises for Seniors

Blog Author: Todd Lewison

It can be hard to find the motivation to work out, especially when there is snow on the ground and the winter blues have set in. However, staying active has countless benefits, especially for seniors, and regular exercise can boost serotonin and endorphins that actually help you fight those winter ...

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5 Tips to Prevent Caregiver Burnout

Blog Author: Marcia Pruitt

Caregiver burnout is real. Just like workers lose energy at their jobs or parents lose energy around their kids or spouses, caregivers can easily feel burnt out constantly being “on” and focusing all their energy on someone else. To alleviate these feelings, it’s important to get a little you-time ...

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Life Insurance for Seniors: What To Consider and Knowing Your Options

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

There are two crucial topics that are of the utmost importance as you age: Life insurance and medical insurance. On one hand, you want to maintain a healthy, positive way of living so you can live longer and be happier. On the other hand, you know you’re getting older, and life insurance is ...

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Alternative Health Care Coverage with Medicare

Blog Author: Kathy Ingulsrud

Alternative health care options like acupuncture, supplements, and therapeutic massage are becoming increasingly popular. With this growing interest, many find themselves wondering if Medicare covers these alternative healthcare treatments. Our licensed agents, who specialize in Medicare coverage, ...