![Newsletter Banner]() | SUMMER FUN IS NOT YET DONE! SAY HELLO TO AUGUST!Welcome to the eighth month of the year, filled with opportunities for some end-of-season merriment! Get ready to learn all about the joys of Family Fun Month, some tips on how to safely exercise outdoors, how to make a festive frozen treat, some interesting historical facts about August, and so much more. | Get in Touch![]()
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| | AUGUST IS FAMILY FUN MONTH! | To make the most of summer’s golden hour, Family Fun Month is celebrated in August each year. It’s the time to take that long-awaited family vacation or simply put away the devices and have some good old-fashioned quality time together. Whether you’re spending time with your grandchildren, children, nieces and nephews, or any loved one, this month is all about making memories. Some ideas include spending time at the lake or beach, setting up backyard water activities for the little ones, visiting the zoo, or hosting a game day. No matter what you choose to do, it’s a great opportunity to strengthen family bonds, enjoy each other’s company, and have a laugh together.
SOURCES: Days of the Year and National Today | | IF YOU WANT TO SAVE MONEY AND AVOID HASSLES, IT’S IMPORTANT TO HAVE TRAVEL COVERAGE. | Did you know that, in most cases, Original Medicare does not cover you for healthcare expenses when you travel? Fortunately, there are a variety of Medicare Supplement Plans that will fill in that gap with coverage accessible around the globe. So, when you’re traveling, you can rest assured that your healthcare coverage travels with you.
Travel coverage is just one of the many benefits of Medicare Supplement Plans. Reach out to me to learn more! You can try to secure this coverage no matter your age. Your six-month Open Enrollment Period starts when you’re 65 and enrolled in Medicare Part B, so that is considered the best time to enroll. However, even if this window has closed for you, you may still qualify. I can help find out if you’re eligible and answer all of your questions. SOURCES: Medicareresources.org and Medicare.gov | | CONSIDER THESE TIPS BEFORE EXERCISING OUTDOORS IN THE SUMMERTIME. | You can still exercise outdoors in the summertime, but try taking a few extra steps to make safety your top priority. The experts at the National Institute on Aging recommend that you drink plenty of water, avoid caffeine and alcohol, wear clothing that lets air circulate and moisture evaporate, and use sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat). You should also take action if you feel faint or confused, experience a change in pulse rate, or have flushed skin. These could be signs of heat stroke. You’ll want to immediately move to a cooler place – preferably with a fan – or take a cool bath or shower. Be sure to seek medical help if the symptoms persist. If you follow these precautions, you can continue to enjoy activities like walking outdoors, gardening, or playing tennis throughout the season!
SOURCE: National Institute on Aging | | SHORT-TERM CARE COVERAGE WILL HELP YOU AVOID OUT-OF-POCKET HEALTHCARE COSTS. | If you’re interested in being protected from high out-of-pocket costs during a temporary medical situation, you’ll want to consider Short-Term Care Coverage, also known as STC. The purpose of STC is to provide benefits for just a few days or up to a year. It includes services that people typically need when they’re unable to take care of daily activities alone for a little while, like after a surgery or an illness. If you plan to look to Medicare to cover all costs during that time, you’ll soon find out that benefits are limited and specific requirements must be met first. STC will have you covered for services like home health aid visits, stays in assisted living facilities or nursing homes, and even certain prescriptions. It offers affordable premiums and typically pays out immediately.
To learn more about STC, give me a call or click “reply” on this e-mail to send me a note. I’m here to help with all of your coverage needs and questions. SOURCE: SmartAsset | | Good Taste, Good Health | THESE POPS ARE BANANAS! GET READY TO HAVE SOME FUN WITH BANANA SPLIT POPS.
Looking for a fun dessert for your next cookout or family get-together? These banana split pops hit the spot on a hot summer day. Plus, kids can help make their own, so it’s also a cool activity that everyone can enjoy! INGREDIENTS: - 4 bananas
- 8 popsicle sticks
- 1¼ cups of chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
- ½ cup of rainbow nonpareil sprinkles
- Whipped cream, for serving
- 8 maraschino cherries, for serving
INSTRUCTIONS: - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Cut the ends off of each banana to level the sides, then cut in half. Insert a popsicle stick into each banana piece and place on the prepared baking sheet. Freeze for two hours.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted. Pour the sprinkles into another small bowl.
- Dip the top of each frozen banana in chocolate, then roll the melted chocolate tip around in sprinkles. Return to the baking sheet and freeze until the chocolate is firm, about 15 minutes.
- Top each pop with whipped cream and garnish with a maraschino cherry. Makes eight pops.
SOURCE: Delish | | BE IN THE KNOW WITH THESE AUGUST FACTS. | ![Famous Birthdays - Martha Stewart]()
August 9, 1974 – As a result of the Watergate scandal, Richard M. Nixon resigned the presidency. Facing possible impeachment by Congress, he became the first U.S. President to resign. August 14, 1935 – The Social Security Act, which established a system that guarantees pensions to those who retire at age 65, was signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This system also assists states in providing financial aid to dependent children, those who are disabled, and others. August 15, 1969 – Woodstock began in a field in Bethel, New York. More than 300,000 people attended this three-day concert featuring 24 rock bands. The event came to symbolize the counter-culture movement of the time. August 16, 1896 – Gold was discovered in a tributary of the Klondike River in Alaska, resulting in the Great Klondike Gold Rush. August 28, 1963 – The March on Washington took place as over 250,000 people attended a civil rights rally in Washington, D.C. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his now-famous I Have a Dream speech. SOURCE: The History Place AUGUST CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS: Martha Stewart (August 3), Dustin Hoffman (August 8), Halle Berry (August 14), Robert De Niro (August 17), Cameron Diaz (August 30) SOURCE: Holiday Insights | | BRUSH UP ON YOUR FINANCIAL VOCABULARY. CHECK OUT THIS MONTH’S SENIOR FINANCIAL GLOSSARY. | ![Financial Vocabulary]()
A BOND is a fixed-income investment product where a person lends money to a government or company at a specified interest rate for a predetermined period. The entity repays the person with interest in addition to the original face value of the bond. Bond prices are inversely correlated with interest rates: when rates go up, bond prices fall, and vice versa. An ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE defines roles, responsibilities, and reporting relationships within a company. It determines how tasks are coordinated and how information and decisions flow through the organization. Structures can be centralized, where decisions come from top leadership, or decentralized, where authority is distributed. YIELD MAINTENANCE is a prepayment penalty ensuring lenders receive the same interest as if the loan reached maturity. The penalty discourages early loan repayment, particularly in commercial mortgages, to offset refinancing incentives from falling interest rates. Borrowers should consider yield maintenance costs to avoid unexpected financial penalties. SOURCE: Investopedia | | Quote of the Month | “I am convinced that the greatest legacy we can leave our children are happy memories.” Og Mandino, American author and motivational speaker | ![sudoku puzzle]() View Last Month’s answers SOURCE: BrainyQuote© | | For information about Medicare or Claiming Social Security, please visit felicejohnson.myasbagent.net. Should you have any questions, please email me at felice.johnson@successfs.com or call 412-726-6450. | ![Company Logo]() Copyright © American Senior Benefits 2026
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