By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15, 2025, and ends December 7, 2025. Do not delay, start planning today! Make this a priority! You are ALWAYS encouraged to review your coverage from year to...
Get the Right Medicare Plan for 2026 – Avert Traps with these Helpful Tips
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Are you approaching Medicare enrollment or helping a loved one navigate these crucial healthcare decisions? Medicare offers a range of plans, and understanding the available options can make a big...
The Growing Alzheimer’s Crisis: What You Need to Know – and How to Help
Every year, the Alzheimer’s Association releases its Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures report - a powerful look at the toll Alzheimer’s and other dementias are taking on individuals, families, and the nation. The numbers are staggering. But behind every statistic is a...
Celebrating Healthy Aging Month: Tips for Thriving at Every Age
By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator Celebrating Healthy Aging Month: Tips for Thriving at Every Age Stay Sharp by Staying Engaged One of the best things we can do for our brains as we age is to stay mentally and socially active. Isolation and...
Driving and Aging: How to Have a Conversation with a Loved One
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager, The Option Group Do you remember the day you passed your driver's certification test and received your official driver's license? Oh, joy! The sense of freedom that came with that small piece of paper. The...
Common Scams and Digital Assets: Helpful Tips Every Adult Should Command Today
Each year, millions of people - especially older adults - fall victim to scams. Worse still, scammers are getting more creative, persuasive, and emotionally manipulative. And while protecting your money is essential, your digital assets - online accounts, personal...
Can a Health Care Advocate Improve My Life Today?
By Diana (DeeDee) Bycoffe, BSN, RN, CWOCN, Nurse Care Manager As we get older, we must learn how better to care for ourselves. In some cases, we need help navigating this stage, especially as we begin dealing with more serious health issues. In addition to the obvious...
10 Effective Ways to Easily Love Your Brain Today
By Diana (DeeDee) Bycoffe, RN, Nurse Care Manager Every brain is at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. These cognitive changes are linked to a decline in the brain that over time kills nerve cells and tissue, affecting a person’s ability to...
10 Essential Tips for Advocating for a Loved One in a Nursing Home
By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator Navigating the care of a loved one in a nursing home can be overwhelming, emotionally draining, and logistically challenging. Whether you're ensuring they receive the best possible care, protecting their dignity,...