What is the process of applying for Medicare and Medicaid if you already receive disability benefits? Senior Healthcare Advisors What is Medicaid? Medicaid offers healthcare coverage to low-income and disabled citizens of the United States. Each state determines the coverage details, but every state has to offer certain services, including hospital services and specific doctors.  You can also get coverage from both Medicaid and Medicare. If you meet the qualifications, Medicaid can help you pay for your Medicare coinsurance,

Don’t Miss The Enrollment Period Now’s Your Chance! Annual Enrollment started on October 15th. The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is the time of year when you, as a beneficiary, can change your current coverage. AEP runs from October 15th to December 7th. Before AEP starts in October, the plans wait to update pending new Medicare guidelines, allowing you to check around and make sure you choose the plan that best meets your needs. Our FREE, no obligation consultation outlines all of the different

Vitamin B: Health Benefits Backed by Science Part 2 of the Senior Healthcare Advisors Health Information Series on Vitamins By Dr. Marilyn Fieldf : Senior Healthcare Advisors ***All B vitamins are water soluble, meaning the body does not store them. Water-soluble vitamins are carried through the bloodstream, and whatever is not needed passes out of the body in urine*** Good health is tied to good nutrition, as well as treatment and prevention of many conditions. Taking the right recommended dosage of vitamins every day

Vitamin A: Health Benefits Backed by Science Part 1 of the Senior Healthcare Advisors Health Information Series on Vitamins By Dr. Marilyn Fieldf/Senior Writer: Senior Healthcare Advisors ”I am a big believer in self-love. And a good way to do it is through vitamins. If you drink enough water and take your vitamins, your body will clean itself” –Dr. Marilyn Field Before we get started on the Senior Healthcare Vitamin Information Series, please read the following: VITAMINS A, D, E, AND K ARE FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS

Seniors and Loneliness By Dr. Marilyn B. Field/Senior Healthcare Advisors “We long to belong, and belonging and caring anchors our sense of place in the universe.”  –Patricia Churchland, a contemporary neuroscientific philosopher. Deteriorating health, life changes, shrinking social circles, and transportation challenges can lead to isolation for seniors. Isolation then turns into loneliness which can have devastating effects on the individual's overall quality of health and wellness. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to prevent loneliness for

Posture Matters By. Dr. Marilyn Field/Senior Healthcare Advisors As we grow older, our spines start to change. The discs that cushion the bones start to thin out and eventually break down as we age. Also, the cartilage and connective tissues become thinner and start to lose elasticity. However, as scary as this sounds, there are ways to minimize our “height loss” and keep the bones in our spine healthy. Maintaining  a proper posture as we age is vital to keeping our spine

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Medicare Dental Coverage Can I Get Dental Coverage through Medicare? Yes and No? The answer depends on the Medicare coverage you currently have with basic dental care. If you only have Medicare Part A, hospital, and Part B, medical, then no. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan or Medicare Part C That only cover routine dental services, yes. Why does Medicare not cover dental? Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not cover dental services. Suppose you need dental procedures and supplies

Seniors and Self-Esteem Part 1 Positive Aging Health News from Senior Healthcare Advisors Low self-esteem can affect your mental health and overall health and wellness. People are troubled by low self-esteem at all ages. When you lack confidence in yourself, you may avoid trying new things and meeting new people and fall into negative thinking. This can be especially challenging in your later years as this is a time where you should be enjoying your life to the max. Low self-esteem is all too