paying for care

How to apply for and maximize SNAP benefits for seniors to help them buy healthy and nutritious food

Financial Matters / Paying for Care

SNAP Benefits for Seniors: 7 Key Food Assistance Program Facts

SNAP keeps seniors healthy and reduces medical costs The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides nutrition assistance to eligible low-income...

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Medications / Paying for Care

5 Options for Drugs Not Covered by Medicare

Medicare doesn’t always cover all drugs Most older adults get prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Part D plan or...

Get tips on how to find out what Medicare covers before the bills arrive

Medicare & Medicaid

What Does Medicare Cover? Find Out Before the Bills Arrive

Avoid surprise bills by knowing what Medicare covers Because Medicare is so complex, seniors can end up getting blindsided by...

7 tips to help seniors save money on prescription drug costs

Medications / Paying for Care

7 Ways for Seniors to Reduce the Cost of Prescription Drugs

Seniors spend a lot on prescription drugs More than half of adults age 65 and older report taking four or...

Many people are shocked to find out that Medicare doesn’t pay for assisted living, including Alzheimer’s and dementia care

Assisted Living Facility / Paying for Care

Does Medicare Pay for Assisted Living?

Does Medicare pay for assisted living? Assisted living is expensive. And because many seniors are enrolled in Medicare, a common...

Use these 8 helpful tips to find affordable home care for seniors

Affordable Home Care: 8 Ways to Lower Senior Care Costs

Find affordable home care for seniors When your older adult lives at home, but needs help with daily activities, it...

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Financial Matters

When Considering A Move, Consider State Tax Burden for Retirees and Older Adults

When seniors are considering a move, one important factor to consider is the state taxes. Before making a decision, take...

Tips and help for caregivers: Medicare Savings Programs: Save Money on Healthcare and Prescription Costs

Medicare & Medicaid

Medicare Savings Programs: Save Money on Healthcare and Prescription Costs

Saving money is always helpful, especially when it comes to senior health care. HealthMarkets shares information about 4 types of...

how much will my prescription cost without insurance

Why Seniors Should Ask Pharmacists: How Much Will My Prescription Cost without Insurance?

Seniors and caregivers are in the habit of using insurance benefits to pay for prescription medication. But sometimes, the cash...

high cost of prescription drugs in america

Medications / Paying for Care

The High Cost of Prescription Drugs in America: 3 Medicare Initiatives & 3 Ways to Reduce Costs Now

Seniors covered by Medicare have been hit hard by sharply rising prescription drug costs. HealthMarkets explains the 3 steps that...

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