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It’s that time again – hello, AEP!

By Jessica Arroyo There’s a lot of publicity to remind folks to check their smoke detector batteries when daylight saving time is over. It makes sense to tie that chore to something that occurs on a regular basis (why not Valentine’s Day?), but I usually still forget to do it. It seems there are always

Be Prepared – Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period

By James M. How “For all your days be prepared, and meet them ever alike. When you are the anvil, bear… When you are the hammer, strike.” – Edwin Markham Health is one of the most important things in our lives and we should strive to protect it to the best of our ability. Now

AEP – and Asking the Right Questions

By Denny Mekus There’s something to be said about being the oldest sibling. The “oldest-sibling” stereotypes have actually been pretty accurate in my life: being bossy, taking on a lot of responsibility, being fiercely loyal and protective, and using (on repeat!) my favorite mantra…“You can’t treat my siblings like that, only I can treat my

Your AEP Game Plan

By Ashley Wicker It’s that time of year again, the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare. AEP runs from October 15 through December 7, and it’s the one time of year (unless you have a special circumstance) where you can review and make changes to your Medicare coverage if needed. Applications to make plan changes

Prep for Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period

By Breck Obermeyer September. For my line of work in the Medicare insurance world, it’s the last month of calm before the storm. Once October 1 hits, my role usually changes from being out in the community to a more intense focus on serving those with Medicare questions – both on the phone and in

Great Tips to Celebrate Grandparents’ Day 2022

By Ashley Wicker “Grandparents hold our tiny hands for just a little while, but our hearts forever.”– Unknown Grandparents… The legacy-creators, authors of memories, tradition-makers and centers of our families. I believe it’s safe to say, life just wouldn’t be the same without grandparents. Don’t forget to show them the special recognition they deserve by

Family Folklore – That Might Even Be True!

By Lora Felger In the decade before the Civil War, my ancestor Hans Detlef Schroder emigrated from northern Germany to Scott County, Iowa, to set up farming operations. On that little farm – at some point – a rhubarb plant was added to the vegetable garden. Over the course of the next 172 years, this

Finding Caregiver Support and Resources

by Lora Felger The added responsibility of caregiving for a loved one can compound your stress emotionally, mentally and physically. Some people may not be fully prepared for this role until it happens. Caregivers often become responsible for medical costs, monitoring medications, paying bills and providing custodial care such as bathing, dressing and eating. This

Take action against Alzheimer’s.

By Sherry Gordon-Harris As days go by, we never really notice change until we sit down to reminisce and look back at our past. Every couple of years, I look back at old family pictures and home videos – and realize how much has changed. This triggers memories and further discussion on that particular time

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