Caring for Aging Parents 11/06
WWJ's Pat Sweeting says it is best to be prepared when anticipating the care of aging parents.
Caring for Aging Parents - Cancer 11/06
Are men getting prostate exams as recommended? WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting discusses the issue with Dr. Isaac Powell, Professor of Urology at the Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University. They spoke during the recent Heroes of Breast Canc
Mature Workers Program 11/02/09
WWJ's Pat Sweeting talks with N. Charles Anderson, President and CEO of the Urban League of Detroit and Southeast Michigan, about the Mature Workers Program, a Title-5 program funded by the Department of Labor.
Caring for Aging Parents 11/02
WWJ's Pat Sweeting says it is best to be prepared when anticipating the care of aging parents.
Nearing 65? Start Thinking About Medicare Now If you are less than six months away from turning 65, you need to start thinking about enrolling in Medicare. Sorting through your options can take some time.
Medicare Part C: Medicare Advantage Plans Anyone facing signing up for Medicare knows – or should know – there are some important decisions you may need to make. One of those decisions is what kind of plan to sign up for.
Does Your Doctor e-prescribe? Have you ever wondered how – or if – your pharmacist can read the seemingly illegible medication written on a prescription you’ve just received from your doctor? Just how does your pharmacist decipher the name of the medication you’ve been prescribed?
Choosing Independent Health Insurance Most people have health insurance through their job, a spouse’s job, Medicare or other group health insurance. If you find yourself without, however – because of a job loss or other reason – it’s time to shop around for individual health insurance.
Early Retirement Health Insurance Living without health insurance can have disastrous effects. Even if you are in the best of health, an unexpected illness or accident can at the very least compromise your retirement plans, and at worst put you in financial ruin. If you are considering early retirement, health insurance should be a top priority.
Michigan's New Estate Recovery Law Estate recovery, the recouping of assets by the state to pay for nursing home and in-home care costs paid by Medicaid, will take effect in Michigan for the first time.
Long-term Care Insurance Many older adults, facing the prospect of long-term nursing care, look around for ways to protect themselves against the staggering cost of the service, and reach for long-term care insurance.
Home Health Care: What Medicare Covers With the U.S. population rapidly aging, the use of home health care services continues to increase. The good news is that Medicare will pay for many of these services.
Rx Drugs: Paying the Price One of the most expensive items in a senior’s budget is prescription drugs. Even if you have insurance coverage, it pays to be aware of what individual pharmacies charge for your medications.
Insurance Resources
HAP Michigan health insurance company providing medical insurance on personal or group health care insurance plans.
Medicare Interactive Counselor Gives general information about Medicare, state-specific coverage, examples, FAQs and links to related sites.
Medicare Rights Center The largest independent source of health care information and assistance in the United States for people with Medicare, MRC strives to help older adults and people with disabilities get good, affordable health care.
National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare Membership organization membership organization working to protect, preserve, promote, and ensure the financial security, health, and the well being of current and future generations of maturing Americans.
Secure Horizons by UnitedHealthCare For over 20 years, UnitedHealthcare has offered Medicare plans serving older adults and people with disabilities. Explore options, compare plans and get enrollment information.
Humana Find information, learn more about your Medicare benefit options and explore Humana’s Medicare plans including tools, and resources.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan BCBS is a American federation of healthcare coverage companies, in total covering over 97 million Americans. Find coverage, learn more and compare plans.
Michigan Drug Prices-dot-com Check out the price of your prescriptions at drug stores in your neighborhood. This site provides a tool that lets you check out drug prices.
United Way 2-1-1 If you don't know who to call or where to start, dial 2-1-1. A real person will answer the phone, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Click for more information.
Medicare.gov The official U.S. government site for people with Medicare. Find the latest plan data, information on Medicare billing, perscription drugs and more.
AARP: Medicare Find information on health insurance, Medicare, prescription drug coverage and more.
Area Agency on Aging 1-C Coordinates and administers a network of community and in-home services for elders in Southern and Western Wayne County.
Area Agency on Aging 1-B Provides information on local services and resources to help an older adult or person with disability remain living in their own home for as long as possible. Serving Livingston, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw Counties
Detriot Area Agency on Aging (1-A) Provides an array of services through its local Aging Network. Serving Detroit, the five Grosse Pointes, Harper Woods, Hamtramck and Highland Park.
Elder News
Program Offers Help Returning To Work Are you at or beyond age 55 and looking for a job? N. Charles Anderson, President and CEO of the Urban League of Detroit and Southeast Michigan talked with WWJ's Pat Sweeting about the Mature Workers Program.
A Little Help Along the 'Road to Recovery' Mom needs to get to treatment and dad needs to use the car to get to work. Well, the American Cancer Society may be able to help through its “Road to Recovery” program, a transportation service to and from treatment.
Interview: Seniors At Risk for HIV With input from Detroit Medical Center's Dr. Lawrence Crane, WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting explores the reasons why more people over age 50 are being diagnosed with HIV-AIDS.
How to Know It's Time to Dump Your Doctor In relationships, sometimes you have to know when to call it quits. That's especially true when it comes to the relationship with your doctor.
Keep It Sharp: Feed Your Brain Although many people add vitamin and mineral supplements to their diets as a way to boost brain health as they age, there are certain foods that'll get those brain cells going, too.
Managing Menopause (For Men, Too) As millions of families can attest -- when mom moves into the menopausal phase of life -- the entire household often finds itself walking on eggshells. Lately, doctors are seeing male patients complaining of similar symptoms, too. WWJ's Pat Sweeting takes a look at managing menopause.
Job Web Sites For The Over 50 Set Over age 50 and looking for a job? Google the words "over 50 employment," and you'll be presented with a number of websites.
Sleep: How Much Is Enough? Can't seem to nod off at night? National Institute on Aging advises that it could be insomnia, but for Seniors, it could be a sign of something more serious.
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