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In this episode of The Support Network, we dive deep into the world of Medicare to build the confidence of the support network in navigating this complex system that is critically important to our aging loved ones. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive starting point for understanding traditional Medicare plans, including Parts A, B, and Medigap.We discuss:Medicare eligibility and enrollment periodsThe different parts of traditional Medicare: Part A (hospital insurance)Part B (medical i...

The original TEDx RushU talk was presented on April 4, 2024, and was re-recorded for this episode on April 29, 2024.Those supporting aging loved ones face unprecedented challenges compared to caregivers of the past. Three forces are contributing to this phenomenon.First, declining birth rates mean smaller family networks to share caregiving duties. Second, increased life expectancy coupled with more years spent managing chronic diseases prolongs the duration of care required. Third, greater m...