Let’s start with a tale of two journeys. Meet Sarah, a 68-year-old retired teacher managing diabetes and recovering from a hip replacement. In the all-too-common fragmented healthcare system, her journey is a whirlwind of stress. Her surgeon’s office doesn’t directly communicate with her primary care physician. Her physical therapist has to guess at the specific...Read More

Medicare is federal health insurance for seniors 65 or older, persons with specific disabilities and also individuals who’ve been diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease.Medicare has two parts: Part A, which is hospital insurance, and Part B, which is medical insurance. In most cases, Part A is covered under Medicare and Part B is available...Read More

During difficult financial times, people usually consider borrowing from others when they’ve depleted their own resources. Individuals and families may choose to borrow from friends, family members, or even private lenders such as banks. However, besides the fact that they’d have to pay the money back, in some cases with interest, private loans have many...Read More

When life gets tough, it’s important to know where you can find help. Federal assistance programs are there to give a hand to those who need it, in many different ways. Whether it’s getting food on the table through programs like SNAP and TEFAP, or finding a place to live with Section 8, these programs...Read More

What conditions automatically qualify for disability benefits? The short answer is that all individuals must be assessed before they qualify. Read on to find out whether you are eligible. Assessment By A Social Security Administrator (SSA) All individuals will be assessed by an SSA to see if you are eligible to receive social security disability...Read More

Foreclosed homes are properties that have been taken over by banks or lenders because their owners couldn’t pay the mortgage. This situation creates opportunities for people to buy homes at lower prices, but it’s not always simple. There are different types of foreclosed properties, each with its own way of being bought and sold. Each...Read More

Support comes in many different forms and for those who face financial challenges, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) stands out as a beacon of hope. However, understanding and accessing SSI can seem overwhelming, especially when dealing with eligibility requirements and application procedures. The good news is, with the right information and guidance, tapping into the benefits...Read More

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plays a pivotal role in ensuring that vital communication services like phone and internet are accessible to everyone. Recognizing that these services are essential, not just luxuries, the FCC has developed several programs to help people, especially those with financial difficulties. These programs include Lifeline, E-Rate Program, Rural Health Care...Read More

Are you struggling with your grocery bills and looking for a solution to ease your monthly food budget? Meet the EBT card! Used by many already, this card can help put food on the table. But what exactly is an EBT card, and how does it work? In this article, we’ll dive into the world...Read More

Having anxiety can often become a burden, even when dealing with daily tasks. Add on the stress of finances, and you find yourself in one heck of a battle. With programs such as SSDI, that added strain can become a breath of fresh air. SSDI is a program that offers financial aid to those with...Read More