Roberta Pescow is a freelance writer specializing in health, home improvement, food, personal finance and lifestyle. Her articles have been syndicated on over 200 websites nationwide.
Both Medicare Part D plans — also called Medicare drug plans — and Medicare Advantage plans with prescription drug coverage cover the shingles vaccine, which prevents shingles infections and is approved for use by…
Medicare Part D plans — which cover prescription drugs and are also known as Medicare drug plans — come with monthly premiums that vary by policy. The national base beneficiary…
Original Medicare doesn’t cover hearing aids, fittings or routine hearing exams, but many Medicare Advantage plans do offer coverage. If you’re an older adult who could benefit from hearing aids —…
Medicare generally doesn’t cover the cost of residing in assisted living communities, which are facilities that offer housing and custodial services — such as laundry, cooking and managing medications —…
Medicare generally covers home health care services, including home health aides and certain therapies. To qualify for coverage, though, you’ll have to meet certain requirements. And for some services, you’ll…
After endless planning and packing, moving day has finally arrived — and there’s still so much more to do. Whether you’re working with professional movers or taking a do-it-yourself approach,…
If you’re planning a long-distance move, it may not be practical — or possible — to drive to your new home. Car shipping is a convenient way to get your…
No matter how amazing the destination, most folks dread moving day — and that’s putting it mildly. But while some stress and expense is unavoidable, your upcoming move truly doesn’t…
A do-it-yourself approach for home improvement projects may reduce your initial costs — but for certain jobs, the risks far outweigh any potential savings. If any of these projects are…
Refinishing hardwood floors can make old, worn surfaces look new again. In some cases, it’s the only way to restore damaged flooring to its original glory. But sanding and refinishing…
