Keeping Health Coverage While Between Jobs
Posted: January 10, 2021
Health insurance is not just nice to have – it is essential to your family’s well-being. If you are between jobs, you have several options for keeping health coverage until you start a new position. COBRA “COBRA” stands for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. This law gives workers who lose or leave their jobs the right to continue group health benefits for a limited...
Staying Mentally Healthy During The Winter Months
Posted: December 25, 2020
It’s easy to get the blues during the winter, particularly when the holidays are over. The skies are gray, the weather is cold, and it is more challenging to go outdoors and socialize with others. Some people solve this problem by wintering in warmer climates. If you don’t have that luxury, the following tips can help you make it through the winter months in a...
What Happens When My Kids Need Their Own Health Insurance?
Posted: December 10, 2020
As parents we provide for our children’s basic needs. That includes health insurance, so they have access to the medical care they need, when they need it. However, kids grow up, and there comes a time when they need their own health insurance. Here is some information that could help you and your child with the transition. At What Age Do Kids Need Their Own...
How Do I Know If I Need Separate Vision Insurance?
Posted: November 25, 2020
Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining the health of the eyes – the organs that make vision possible. Eye exams can also detect underlying health conditions that may otherwise go unnoticed. Depending on your annual vision care costs, you may need separate vision insurance to get the eye and vision care you need. Is Separate Vision Insurance Worth It? You may purchase vision insurance...
Foods With More Calories Than You Think
Posted: November 10, 2020
Just because a food is healthy doesn’t make it low in calories. If you are watching your weight, it doesn’t pay to disregard the calorie content of anything you consume, including meal additions, drinks, and foods with high nutritional value. Hidden sources of calories can add significant amounts to your daily intake. The following are foods that contain more calories than you think. Nuts Pistachio,...