Archive for December, 2008
‘Five Wishes’ Combines Durable Power of Attorney and Living Will
Many people find it difficult to discuss plans for care at the end of life and thus put off the decisions until it’s too late. While for most, this is something that they think about in old age, adults of every age should consider putting their wishes on paper. The Terri Schiavo case brought this [...]
Moving? Change your address with more than the post office
If you’re moving, or helping a senior move, one thing to consider is the potential effect that it will have on Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Part D plans. If the move is long distance, there’s a good chance that new Medicare plan(s) will be in order. If the move is within the same city, [...]
Now’s the time to start thinking about the Donut Hole
At the end of the year, during the open enrollment period, you should be thinking about how you’ll managing prescription costs. Why worry about prescription drug costs if you have a Medicare Part D plan? Just because you’ve never reached the coverage gap, or the dreaded donut hole, it doesn’t mean that you won’t. As [...]