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How Physical Activity Helps Your Aging Loved One Thrive
When families think about supporting their aging loved ones, exercise often feels like an overwhelming or unrealistic goal. You might...

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Sep 14, 20256 min read


Home Safety for Physical Activity Checklist
his checklist helps families create a safe home environment that supports physical activity for aging adults, reducing fall risk and injury potential while maintaining independence

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Sep 14, 20251 min read


Conversation Guide: Talking About Physical Health With Your Aging Parents
A structured approach to discussing health concerns with aging parents while preserving their dignity and autonomy.

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Sep 14, 20257 min read


The Fundamentals of Aging Well: A Family's Guide to Physical Health
Support your loved one's physical vitality with proven strategies for activity, nutrition, and care management that work at any age or fitness level.

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Sep 14, 20254 min read


Why Physical Health Matters As We Age: It's Never Too Late
Physical decline isn't inevitable with aging. Discover how small, consistent changes in activity, nutrition, and care can restore vitality at any age.

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Sep 14, 20257 min read


Your State-by-State Medicaid Resource Directory
Introduction Navigating Medicaid can feel like trying to solve a puzzle where the pieces keep changing shape. This directory aims to...

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Sep 13, 20257 min read


Medicaid Preparation Checklist for Caregivers
This checklist helps caregivers systematically prepare for Medicaid application processes, ensuring all necessary documentation is gathered and critical questions are addressed before meeting with officials or attorneys

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Sep 13, 20251 min read


Medicaid Planning Timeline: When to Start and What to Do
Master the optimal timing for Medicaid planning. Learn critical milestones, five-year lookback strategies, and actionable steps by life stage.

Horizons Aging Journey
Sep 13, 20256 min read


Conversation Guide: The 5 Essential Questions About Long-Term Care and Medicaid Planning
Start meaningful conversations about long-term care with five essential questions. This guide helps families discuss Medicaid planning thoughtfully.

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Sep 13, 20257 min read


Medicaid Eligibility 101: What Every Family Caregiver Should Know
Master Medicaid eligibility basics to secure long-term care for your loved one. Learn income limits, asset rules, and application essentials.

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Sep 13, 20257 min read


Understanding Medicaid: Your Safety Net for Long-Term Care
Medicaid provides crucial long-term care coverage when Medicare falls short. Learn eligibility rules, planning strategies, and how to protect assets.

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Sep 13, 20256 min read


Medicare Parts A, B, C, D Explained: A Family Guide
Navigate Medicare's four parts with confidence. This family guide breaks down coverage, costs, and decisions to help your loved one thrive.

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Sep 13, 20255 min read


Important Questions to Ask About Medicare
Why this matters: Whether you're helping a parent review their Medicare plan or preparing for your own coverage decisions, asking the right questions can make all the difference. This guide ensures you address critical aspects of Medicare coverage that impact healthcare access, costs, and future care needs. Current Coverage Questions Understanding what you have now: Why it matters: Knowing your exact current coverage serves as the foundation for all Medicare decisions. With

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Sep 13, 20255 min read


Conversation Guide: Navigating the Medicare Journey
: Help aging parents review Medicare plans through understanding conversations that prioritize their values and future care goals.

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Sep 13, 20254 min read


Case Study: From Medicare Confusion to Complete Coverage Alignment
Executive Summary: When Jim and Arlene's Medicare Advantage plan blocked access to their preferred assisted living facility during a...

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Sep 13, 20255 min read


Medicare Enrollment Checklist
This checklist helps people approaching age 65 navigate Medicare enrollment without costly mistakes or coverage gaps.

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Sep 13, 20251 min read


Medicare Maze: What Parents Need (That Families Don't Know to Ask For)
Navigate Medicare's complexity before crisis hits. Learn what coverage gaps could impact care choices and how to protect aging parents' preferences.

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Sep 13, 20254 min read


Healthcare Proxy & Medical Directive Checklist
This checklist helps families establish legal medical decision-making authority and document healthcare wishes before a crisis occurs.

Horizons Aging Journey
Sep 12, 20251 min read


Healthcare Proxy Conversation Guide
A step-by-step guide to discussing healthcare proxy decisions with aging parents, including preparation strategies, conversation starters, and follow-up actions.

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Sep 12, 20254 min read


Speak When They Can't: The Power of Medical Directives
Medical directives ensure your aging loved one's healthcare wishes are honored when they can't speak for themselves—a crucial gift of preparation.

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Sep 12, 20254 min read

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