Jun 29, 2021 05:33AM ● By Dr. Glenn Mollette
I knew a minister who opted out of Social Security. It was one of the biggest mistakes of his life.
May 24, 2021 11:48AM ● By Eileen Doherty, Colorado Gerontological Society
Medicare beneficiaries can save hundreds of dollars by switching plans
Dec 22, 2020 10:32AM ● By Melinda Mawdsley
Western Slope seniors can expect at least one thing in their mailboxes every fall: Medicare fliers.
Oct 05, 2020 11:43AM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton
Whether you are a newly enrolling senior or have been enrolled in Medicare for years, you need to understand the system and yearly changes.
Oct 01, 2020 01:11PM ● By Cloie Sandlin
Last month’s cover story about the isolation of residents in long-term care facilities really pulled at some heartstrings.
May 05, 2020 11:13AM ● By Beacon Senior News
Are you wondering if Medicare covers needs related to COVID-19? Here’s a partial list: Medicare covers the lab tests for COVID-19. You pay...
Sep 30, 2019 10:53AM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton
Welcome to age 65, and the Medicare system! Now you can sit back, relax, and know that you’ll be taken care of no matter what happens. You c...
Jun 06, 2019 03:35PM ● By Janet Trautwein
Medicare for All has emerged as a defining issue in the race for the White House. Several contenders for the Democratic nomination for presi...
Oct 07, 2018 05:40AM ● By Cloie Sandlin
It’s a big year for Medicare beneficiaries: new cards, new regulations and maybe new plans? Medicare’s future might be scary, but don’t let ...
Oct 07, 2018 04:51AM ● By Eileen Doherty
Reviewing your Medicare plan and drug coverage is every Medicare beneficiary’s responsibility. Medicare plans can make changes to cost, cove...
Sep 01, 2018 01:36AM ● By Melanie Wiseman
You’d be hard pressed to find a more enthusiastic fitness and healthy living cheerleader than 72-year-old Jutta Solano. This petite dynamo t...
Dec 05, 2017 11:45PM ● By Jan Weeks
The Medicare open enrollment period ends in just a few days, but there’s still time to find a plan that helps with additional costs not cove...