For what it's worth department: My income was so minimal for the last 35 years that count for my Social Security income, my monthly check is as minimal as it gets. You don't make a bunch of dollars as a river guide or as a faller in the woods. Also, major depression and constant back pain played a huge role and still do today.
As far as Medicare goes, I think that those in the Wenatchee Valley have outstanding medical care with Confluence Health. With the standard Medicare, I went with a Medicare Advantage plan, Health Alliance. Oh my, what a struggle to wade through all those decisions that you think will be best for your future healthcare. With as many surgeries I have had since about 2005, I was 58 at the time, so this was a good choice for me. Before my Social Security/Medicare age requirement, I was fortunate to be on a Washington State low—or no-income program called Basic Health. FYI, for all those youngsters now trying to wade through the "big eddy" of this significant decision.
It's an interesting video; I waded through its entirety. It's sort of like, "I'm not that type of Christian."
A fine education today -- both the writing and the truth-telling video.
For what it's worth department: My income was so minimal for the last 35 years that count for my Social Security income, my monthly check is as minimal as it gets. You don't make a bunch of dollars as a river guide or as a faller in the woods. Also, major depression and constant back pain played a huge role and still do today.
As far as Medicare goes, I think that those in the Wenatchee Valley have outstanding medical care with Confluence Health. With the standard Medicare, I went with a Medicare Advantage plan, Health Alliance. Oh my, what a struggle to wade through all those decisions that you think will be best for your future healthcare. With as many surgeries I have had since about 2005, I was 58 at the time, so this was a good choice for me. Before my Social Security/Medicare age requirement, I was fortunate to be on a Washington State low—or no-income program called Basic Health. FYI, for all those youngsters now trying to wade through the "big eddy" of this significant decision.
It's an interesting video; I waded through its entirety. It's sort of like, "I'm not that type of Christian."
Thank you for that thought-provoking post, James. I loved the open-minded sermon at the end!! Will share it!!