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Medicare Supplement Insurance Costs in Ohio Can Vary by 97 Percent

Consumers in major Ohio cities can pay as much as 97 percent more for virtually identical Medicare Supplement insurance policies according to findings of a study by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - August 15, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Medicare Supplement Insurance Costs in Illinois Can Vary Significantly

Consumers in major Illinois cities can pay as much as 97 percent more for virtually identical Medicare Supplement insurance policies according to findings of a study by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - August 11, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Rockville In-Home Care Agency Educates on Exercises for the Elderly

Comfort Home Care, a Rockville in-home care agency, recently published a blog post explaining the best exercises for the elderly to complete in order to maintain their health. While exercise can be difficult for elderly people with limited mobility or energy, it is still an important tool in... - August 10, 2018 - Comfort Home Care

AAMSI Study Reveals Importance of Shopping For Medicare Supplement Insurance

A just-released study by the American Association for Medigap Insurance reveals that consumers can pay as much as 143 percent more for virtually identical Medigap insurance policies. - August 09, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Medicare Supplement Association Plans Campaign for Medicare Open Enrollment

A consumer focused campaign to educate and connect consumers with local Medicare Supplement insurance agents was announced by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - August 05, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Reports Increasing Web Traffic

An analysis of website traffic for the first six months of 2018 reveals heightened interest in long-term care planning reports the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - August 04, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Maryland In-Home Care Agency Discusses Adult Failure to Thrive Symptoms

Comfort Home Care, a Maryland in-home care agency, recently released a blog post describing symptoms of failure to thrive in adults and how people can help loved ones dealing with this condition. - July 30, 2018 - Comfort Home Care

Rare Luxury Senior Condo for Sale in DTLA: Ownership Opportunity in Coveted, Historic Los Angeles Neighborhood of Little Tokyo

Alta Properties lists Luxury Senior Condo Unit for Sale in Teramachi Homes, located at 267 S. San Pedro Street #201, Los Angeles CA 90012 - presenting buyers with a rare opportunity to own in the only active adult (55+) luxury condominium complex in historic Little Tokyo, the epicenter of... - July 12, 2018 - Alta Properties

Elderwerks Education and Resource Fair: Planning to and Through Retirement

Join Elderwerks Educational Services at McHenry County College on August 8th from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm for a free senior fair. There will be educational classes, 85+ local resources, free Starbucks coffee, donuts, live music, free lunch for the first 400 attendees and more. - July 07, 2018 - Elderwerks Educational Services

Martha L. Fulmer Recognized on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Martha L. Fulmer of Goose Creek, South Carolina has been recognized on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of insurance. Times Square... - June 30, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Majority of Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Begin After Age 80, Reports AALTCI

A new study from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance finds that most claims begin after policyholders turn age 80. - June 29, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

David W. Luke Honored as a Professional of the Year for Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

David W. Luke of Sioux Falls, South Dakota has been honored as a Professional of the Year for three consecutive years, 2016, 2017 and 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 32 years in the culinary... - June 27, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Aware Senior Care Receives 2018 Best of Home Care® – Employer of Choice Award

Aware Senior Care announced today that it has received the 2018 Best of Home Care – Employer of Choice Award from Home Care Pulse. The Employer of Choice Award is granted only to the top-ranking home care providers, based on caregiver satisfaction scores gathered by Home Care Pulse, an... - June 19, 2018 - Aware Senior Care

65&Older - New Multimedia and Interactive Project to Give Those 65 & Older a Voice

International award winning Producer, Director, Author and Inventor Dennis Gelbaum launches a new multimedia project to give those 65&Older a Voice. - June 11, 2018 - ramp it up entertainment

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Releases Home Care Infographic

A new consumer education infographic created by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance conveys that more than half of LTC insurance claims begin at home. The effort is part of the organization's consumer awareness campaign focused on how policyholders utilize long-term care insurance protection. - June 03, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Martha L. Fulmer Honored with A P.O.W.E.R. Podcast by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Martha L. Fulmer of Goose Creek, South Carolina has been Honored with a Podcast by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of insurance. Podcasts are pre-recorded audio interviews which give P.O.W.E.R. - May 25, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Project Taboo of Blood by NARII Foundation Organised an Event Amongst Mentally Challenged Women Helping Them Combat Menstruation Challenges

Taboo of Blood is a Menstruation Hygiene and Awareness project initiated by an NGO named NARII Foundation in New Delhi, India. The NGO is working towards empowering women and making their lives better. - May 24, 2018 - NARII Foundation

The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates 25th Anniversary of National Senior Health & Fitness Day®

Local Organization Part of National Wellness Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Older Adults - May 15, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA

It's Harder to Health Qualify for Long-Term Care Insurance, Start Earlier Advises AALTCI

Almost half of individuals age 70 or older who applied for long-term care insurance were declined according to a just-released study from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). - May 12, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Releases First Analysis of 2017 Paid Claims

Most long-term care insurance claims begin with care at home according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance analysis of claims commencing in 2017. - April 21, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Dr. Sanjay Razdan Recognized as Best Urologist by Multiple Organizations in 2018

Dr. Sanjay Razdan, a Urologist from the International Robotic Prostatectomy Institute in Miami, Florida was just recognized as one of the Best Urologists in Florida in 2018 by Three Best Rated. Dr. Razdan has also been nominated for the prestigious Healthcare Heroes award by the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. - April 03, 2018 - International Robotic Prostatectomy Institute

The Bluffs on Manistee Lake to Host Open House Event on Sunday, April 8 from 11am to 3pm

The Bluffs on Manistee Lake, northwest Michigan’s newest 55+ manufactured home and RV resort, announced today that it will host an Open House event on Sunday, April 8. Taking place from 11am to 3pm, the event offers an up close look at the community for those seeking to purchase a permanent... - March 30, 2018 - The Bluffs on Manistee Lake

AALTCI Campaign Targets Personal Financial, Retirement and Money Bloggers to Address 1035 Exchanges

The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance launched a campaign targeting financial, retirement and senior writers and bloggers to address the overlooked topic of using 1035 exchanges to plan for long-term care costs. The Association recently published the first and only generic consumer guide addressing 1035 exchanges. - March 28, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

WISE Adult Day Services Program Open House

The Gateway Family YMCA Provides WISE Adult Day Services Program in Union. - March 27, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA

Women of In-Gauge Score Gold at Polk Senior Games

The Women of In-Gauge of Polk County take 4 medals, including 2 gold, at the 2018 Polk Senior Games' Pistol Competition. - March 20, 2018 - In-Gauge of Polk County

Easter Bunny Visits Senior Living Communities in Austin

The Easter Bunny and his helpers visited Austin-area Senior Living communities just before the Easter holidays, and took complimentary photos for everyone that participated. The seniors that were photographed were anxious to have a printed photo to share with their loved ones over the Easter... - March 19, 2018 - Cummings Realty

Capitol Lakes Recognizes Long Term Care Administrator’s Week

Kristi Vater honored as premier Nursing Home Administrator. Ms. Vater manages a top-rated facility which is a preferred provider of UW Health. She is the daughter of Gary & Kathy Vater or Plymouth, WI. - March 14, 2018 - Capitol Lakes, Inc.

Recycled Computers to Find New Homes with Seniors, Students

Greensburg-based CyberCrunch, a data destruction and e-waste recycling company, will donate refurbished laptops to Westmoreland County residents and organizations in need. - March 14, 2018 - CyberCrunch

Florida, Texas and Illinois Are Top States for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Sales of Medicare Supplement insurance continue to grow according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The top five states are Florida, Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania and California. - March 09, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

CURA Health Management Announces Strategic Partnership with CareSet Systems

Medicare data sets provided by CareSet will enhance CURA’s ability to service a targeted population. - March 07, 2018 - Citra Health Solutions

New Book Release: "Senior Services for the Financially Challenged," by Davida Siwisa James

“Senior Services for the Financially Challenged” is a pivotal book providing information for low-income seniors and caregivers about free nationwide social services to help them live with more dignity. Ms. James also shares poignant stories about the struggle caring for her aging father who developed Alzheimer’s. This book is a shortcut to the questions you may not have known to ask. It helps readers navigate Medicaid services, Assisted Living Facility placement, and much more. - March 06, 2018 - Davida Siwisa James

Relevant Long-Term Care Insurance Statistics Can Help Consumers Plan Explains AALTCI Director

The latest information on long-term care insurance claimants can benefit consumers considering this protection explains Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Slome shared data as part of his weekly call with long-term care insurance professionals. - March 04, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

AALTCI Calls for Better Long-Term Care Insurance Planning for Multi-Generational Households

The number of multi-generational families is growing, calling for better ways to plan for long-term care needs suggests the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 23, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Honors H. Frances Reaves as a Woman of Distinction

H. Frances Reaves of Key Biscayne, Florida has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for the first quarter of 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of consulting. Each quarter they choose... - February 21, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Bernadine Carlson Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Bernadine Carlson of Newbury Park, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Bernadine Carlson Bernadine Carlson is a self-employed... - January 20, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

H. Frances Reaves Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

H. Frances Reaves of Key Biscayne, Florida has been recognized as a Women of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of consulting. About H. Frances Reaves H. Frances Reaves is the founder and Principal of Parent... - January 16, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Feeding the Island Food Drive: Makers Nutrition Gives Back to the Community

Makers Nutrition helps fellow Islanders who are enduring tough times by collecting 1,634 pounds total in non-perishable foods to donate to Island Harvest. - December 28, 2017 - Makers Nutrition, LLC

Tax Reform and Improved Economy Will Explode Long-Term Care Planning in 2018

The growing economy and tax reform will encourage more people to plan for long-term care in 2018. Matt McCann, one of the nation's leading Long-Term Care Insurance experts, says consumer interest will continue to grow as people wish to have an advance plan for the financial costs and burdens of aging. - December 21, 2017 - McCann LTC

In-Gauge of Polk County Announces Church - Guardian Training

Armed Guardian Training for faith based organizations - Because we are no longer safe in our places of worship. - December 20, 2017 - In-Gauge of Polk County

New Social Media Site PeepsLife is Gaining Popularity; Turn Those "Friends" Into Peeps

Who will be "the next big thing?" on the social media landscape? PeepsLife hopes to attract new members with a different approach...and it appears to be working. - December 08, 2017 - PeepsLife

Informed Senior Event at Saw Creek Estates

Saw Creek Estates will be hosting an Informed Senior Seminar that is open to the public. - December 08, 2017 - Saw Creek Estates

Pete Shrock Provides Five Tips to Help Caregivers During the Holidays; Leading "Emotional First Responder" Says Thank You Notes Are More Important Than Ever

It’s no secret the holidays are stressful. But, for a caregiver, it can be an especially physically and emotionally difficult time of the year. Family members who live out of town have the best intentions when they visit for the holidays. In reality, they often end up causing more stress on the caregiver. Legacy Navigator, co-founder and nationally recognized grief/trauma expert, Pete Shrock offers five tips to help caregivers during the holidays. - December 06, 2017 - Legacy Navigator

Avendelle Assisted Living Franchise Sells Master Franchise for Country of Turkey

Avendelle Assisted Living is a senior home franchise that is committed to offering personalized and expert senior care to families and loved ones. The brand seeks to be the premier provider of assisted living services in the United States and around the world by leveraging a boutique, small home focused business model. On 11/28/2017, Avendelle signed a Master Franchise Agreement to develop the country of Turkey. - December 02, 2017 - Avendelle Assisted Living

Dr. Alan Fein, Age 75, Promoted to Brown Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu West Hartford, CT

Black Belt Jim Hughes, with the blessing of his legendary teacher, Royce Gracie announces the promotion of Dr. Alan Fein to Brown Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. - November 27, 2017 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense

Watercrest Senior Living Group Chooses Concentrik to Protect Its Communities Digital Marketing Presence Online

Watercrest Senior Living Group, a premier regional senior living provider in Florida, partners with digital marketing experts of San Francisco-based, Concentrik. - October 30, 2017 - Concentrik

ACT Inc. Marks 61st Anniversary with Free Human Interest Column Offered to Media

A new consumer-interest column is being offered free to the media by the founder of a multi-media marketing company to mark the 61st anniversary of ACT., Inc, Philadelphia. The article is headlined “Handicapped? Using a walker has its benefits. Like Walking!” The author is Joe Ball,... - October 28, 2017 - ACT, Inc.