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Stay Sharp, Stay You: Protecting Your Brain as You Age

Aging doesn’t just affect the body, it changes the brain, too. While some shifts in memory and focus are normal, others may signal deeper concerns. The good news? You have more tools than ever to stay mentally strong, engaged, and resilient. Today, brain health is finally getting the attention it deserves,

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Aging with Purpose: How Medicare Is Changing the Story

Aging isn’t something to fear, it’s something to embrace. With the right mindset and support, growing older can be a season of vitality, meaning, and joy. Increasingly, Medicare is stepping up to help older adults live longer, healthier, and more connected lives. From preventive screenings to mental wellness support, Medicare

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Retirement Readiness Starts Now: Helping Employees Plan with Confidence 

Practical ways employers can support their workforce’s financial future   Many Americans are thinking seriously about their financial future—and with good reason. The economy and rising cost of living have left people feeling uncertain about what lies ahead.  Recent research from the 2025 Transamerica Retirement Survey1 offers a clearer picture of

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Hospital Indemnity: The Fastest Rising Benefit in 2025

Are you offering the coverage your members quietly count on?  As healthcare costs continue to rise, employers are looking for smarter ways to support their workforce – and hospital indemnity insurance is stepping into the spotlight.  According to SHRM’s 2025 Employee Benefits Survey, hospital indemnity insurance saw the largest year-over-year

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Emergency Benefits Are Quietly Becoming Essential

In today’s evolving benefits landscape, one trend is becoming increasingly clear: emergency and critical health care benefits are no longer “nice-to-haves”– they are becoming essential.   As healthcare costs continue to rise and employers face growing financial vulnerability in the face of unexpected medical events, employers are responding by expanding access

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6 Trending Plan Provisions: What’s New and What to Know 

Understand the pros, cons, and considerations for moving forward  It started with a simple question during a leadership meeting:  “What’s in our 401(k) plan—and are plan provisions still working for our team the way they should?”  The CEO glanced around the room. No one had a clear answer. The plan

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What Does It Take To Be Financially Healthy?

Getting financially healthy is much like improving your physical health. Both take dedication, lifestyle changes, a willing mindset, and, often, professional guidance. Check Out this Summit Resource: https://yoursummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Employee_Newsletter-Financial_Health_Edition-Q2_2024-1.pdf

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Boosting Retirement Confidence For Near-Retirees

Employees late in their careers need information that helps smooth the transition into retirement  We are entering the “Great Retirement” era, where tens of thousands are hitting retirement age daily. By 2030, the entire baby boomer generation will be 65 or older. These hard working and resilient employees were the

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Overcoming Mid-Career Retirement Savings Hurdles

Practical tips for Gen X and Millennial workers to save for retirement  Life in the middle can be a pickle—just ask any mid-career employee. They’re often caught between a rock and a hard place, or, more accurately, a kid’s college fund and an aging parent’s medical bills. Add to that

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Helping Early-Career Employees Navigate The Saving Maze

Ways to boost financial confidence and loyalty for Gen Z employees  Have you ever found yourself pondering the classic “If only I could rewind the clock and share some pearls of wisdom with my younger self” scenario? As an employer, you have the chance to share this knowledge with your

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2023 Q3 Employee Newsletter Your Money Check-Up

Many Americans struggle with money management, regardless of their income. 6 out of 10 adults live paycheck to paycheck, 45% of which are considered high income earners. Check Out this Summit Resource:   https://yoursummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Employee-Newsletter-Money-Check-Up.pdf

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Mastering The Art Of Savings Buckets

Strengthen your financial habits with this effective and organized approach to savings. Check Out this Summit Resource:   https://yoursummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Employee-Education-Savings-Buckets.pdf

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