Fall may still feel a few weeks away, but August is a good time to make sure your healthcare is on the right track.
This month’s edition of The Good Years helps you prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment, start an important preventive-care conversation, and consider what matters when choosing a primary care provider. A little preparation now can help you make informed decisions, avoid delays, and enter the fall with a clearer plan for your health.
Medicare Open Enrollment 2026 Is Coming: What to Review Before October 15
Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15, but you do not have to wait until then to prepare. Start by gathering your medication list, provider information, preferred pharmacies, recent health changes, anticipated healthcare needs, and questions about costs or coverage.
This guide explains what to review now so you are better prepared when 2027 plan information becomes available.
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Preventive Care for Older Adults: 7 Questions to Ask Before Fall
Feeling well does not always mean your healthcare is completely up to date. Changes in medications, balance, memory, mood, sleep, vision, hearing, or everyday activities may deserve a conversation with your primary care provider.
These seven questions can help you discuss wellness visits, recommended screenings, medications, recent health changes, ongoing conditions, and other preventive needs before fall.
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Choosing a Primary Care Provider: 7 Things That Matter Most
Choosing a primary care provider involves more than selecting the closest clinic or finding a name in an insurance directory. Communication, appointment access, care coordination, follow-up, available services, and how well the provider understands your health needs all matter.
Learn seven practical questions to consider when looking for a provider you can reach, trust, and work with throughout the year.
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Healthy Connections Is Here for the Good Years
Healthcare needs can become more complicated over time, but getting the right support should not be. Healthy Connections provides primary care, Medicare Yearly Wellness Visits, preventive services, medication management, treatment for illnesses, and ongoing care for chronic health conditions at locations throughout Western and Central Arkansas.
Patients also have access to behavioral health services through Evolve Behavioral Health Services, dental care at select locations, and pharmacy services. Our certified assisters provide free help with insurance questions and issues, including information about Medicare Savings Programs. Service availability varies by location.
Having a trusted healthcare team matters because regular care can help identify concerns earlier, keep medications and treatment plans organized, and support your health, safety, and independence.
Healthy Connections accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. A sliding-fee scale is available to qualifying patients. Same-day appointments and walk-in care may be available depending on the location.
Call 888-710-8220 to find a nearby clinic, confirm available services, or schedule an appointment. Visit www.healthy-connections.org to learn more.
