by Cindy Santos-Mendoza | Insights & Articles
6 Steps for Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) Whether you are already covered by Medicare or if this is your first year of being enrolled, it can be confusing to know how to navigate the Annual Election Period. In this checklist, we review 6 important steps to...
by Cindy Santos-Mendoza | Insights & Articles
I recently visited with a lovely couple in their 80’s—they are healthy, vibrant, and eat well. While there, they talked to me about the “watchman” device. Now, I have to admit, I had not heard the term before. So they proceeded to tell me how this device,...
by Cindy Santos-Mendoza | Insights & Articles
I love my dog. She is content to sit at my feet all day, every day; revels in her slow morning walks with me; and is the best conversation starter with company and new friends. That’s why when I ran across this research article about the benefits of having pets,...
by Cindy Santos-Mendoza | Insights & Articles
How many of you received a “warning call from the IRS” stating that you were late on your taxes, or had an outstanding penalty. First time I did, I have to confess: I panicked!!! And so I learned the IRS doesn’t call you. Scams cheat older Americans...
by Cindy Santos-Mendoza | Insights & Articles
With just about month left of summer it is important to remember to stay hydrated. Dehydration is often overlooked, specially in seniors. My own mother in law has ended up in the hospital twice because of dehydration. Here are some tips on how to stay hydrated: Read...
by Cindy Santos-Mendoza | Insights & Articles
I was recently reading a post on Facebook from a mom as she related the ordeal she went through while shopping at Target. How she started feeling as though her speech was impaired and she could no longer hold the phone on her hand. How she fell and was unable to cry...