"You do not want to be the only person on your Medicare portal. You need other people able to speak to Medicare for you or to be able to access that portal for you and be able to check it because, you know, there's Medicare fraud, there's Medicare claims that get tangled up." ~ Bonnie Sheeren- Patient AdvocateTitle: Navigating Aging: Advocacy, Access & Empowered CareWelcome to another insightful episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood! In today’s conversation, Kim Hegwood is joined by Bonnie Sheeren from Houston Health Advocacy to dive deep into the complexities of health care as we age. Together, they unpack the challenges older adults face—from managing confusing online medical portals and tackling overwhelming medical bills, to making informed decisions about Medicare, supplements, and Medicare Advantage.Bonnie Sheeren draws on her experience as a patient advocate, sharing real-life stories and practical advice to help families navigate a fragmented healthcare system. Listen in to discover how advocacy can bridge the gaps in care, empower patients and caregivers, and ultimately, improve quality of life. Whether you’re caring for an aging loved one or looking to better understand your own healthcare journey, this episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiration for anyone seeking empowered, informed care.How to Contact BonnieHoustonHealthAdvocacy.comPhone: 281-377-8484Bio:Bonnie Sheeren previously worked in medical video production at MD Anderson Cancer Center and the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, where she specialized in patient education, video presentations for doctors and researchers, and broadcasting medical information for the general public. Using her expertise in this area, she guided many family members and friends over the years through the complexities of the Texas Medical Center to help them receive the care they needed at a cost they could afford. Realizing she could help others, she began her own company, Houston Health Advocacy, in 2014 and continues to expand her knowledge base to help her clients even more._______________________________________________________________Contact Kim Hegwood- Elder Law AttorneyWebsite: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCareLinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@yourlegacylegalcareYour Legacy Legal Care 1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Suite 100 Houston, TX 77062 (281) 218-0880
