Enroll in Medicare
2-4 weeksSign up during Initial Enrollment Period (3 months before/after 65th birthday) for Parts A, B, and consider D and Medigap.
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Senior Health Maintenance Guide
Free step-by-step senior health maintenance for adults 65+. Plan senior health maintenance with calculators and checklists covering enroll in medicare.
adults 65+caregiversMedicare enrollees
Workflow
Complete Annual Wellness Visit
1 hour/yearSchedule free Medicare Annual Wellness Visit including cognitive screening, fall risk assessment, and advance care planning.
Manage Medications Safely
OngoingReview all medications with doctor or pharmacist annually, use pill organizers, and watch for interactions and side effects.
Prevent Falls and Maintain Mobility
OngoingExercise regularly (balance, strength), remove home hazards, review medications that cause dizziness, and get vision checked.
Tools Used
- Health Insurance Cost-Sharing CalculatorPrimary
Compare Medicare Advantage vs Medigap supplement plans.
- Prescription Cost Calculator: Actual Quote ComparisonPrimary
Compare Part D plans based on your medication list.
- BMI CalculatorSupporting
Monitor weight changes that may signal health issues.
- Pace CalculatorReference
Track walking pace as indicator of overall health and fall risk.
Checklist
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Prevention
Medication
Safety
Planning
Reference Materials
Medicare Preventive Services for SeniorsTable
Free screenings covered by Medicare Part B.
| Service | Frequency | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Annual wellness visit | Yearly | Free |
| Flu vaccine | Yearly | Free |
| Mammogram | Yearly | Free |
| Bone density | Every 2 years | Free |
Medicare Enrollment PeriodsStandard
Initial Enrollment: 3 months before/after 65th birthday. Annual Open Enrollment: Oct 15 - Dec 7. General Enrollment: Jan 1 - Mar 31 (with penalties).
Compare Part D Annually
Medicare Part D plans change formularies yearly — compare plans each Open Enrollment to avoid surprise costs.
Stay Physically Active
US seniors who exercise 150 min/week reduce fall risk by 23% and cognitive decline by 35%.
Social Connection Matters
Social isolation increases mortality risk 50%+ in seniors — join community centers, senior programs, or volunteer groups.
Safety Notes
- Confusion, sudden weakness, or inability to speak clearly in seniors may indicate stroke — call 911 immediately (FAST: Face, Arms, Speech, Time).