Supplements: Hype vs. Healthy Aging

At Hively, we're always on the hunt for the culture and tips to enrich this next life chapter. This week, we’re diving into what Medicare changes in 2026 could mean for you, exploring the challenges (and lessons) of downsizing, and taking a look at whether longevity supplements really live up to the hype.

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• Expert Series: Understanding the 2026 Medicare Environment
  Medicare faces major shifts in 2026 under the Inflation Reduction Act. In this interactive session, Andrew Firmin will unpack what’s ahead - from drug coverage changes and potential Medicare Advantage plan terminations to rising Medigap premiums and stricter Part D rules.
  Tue 9/23 at 4pm ET | Sign-up here

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This Week’s Suggested Reading 📖

• Downsizing on Long Island’s North Shore

  Pat and Maria Toth set out with $650,000 to find a condo closer to family and an easier lifestyle in Port Jefferson. From steep driveways to noisy streets, their search showed how tricky downsizing can be — and why the “right fit” matters more than ever in retirement. Click to read at nytimes.com.

The Latest in Healthy Aging 🧠

• Can Supplements Boost Longevity?
  From Instagram influencers to high-profile biohackers, it seems like everyone has a supplement to sell — but do any of them actually help us live longer? Doctors and scientists say the evidence for most anti-aging pills is weak, though traditional nutrients like vitamin D, B12, and omega-3s may help if you’re deficient. Click to read at nytimes.com.

This Week’s Resource 🎉

• Bold: Digital fitness programs
  Access hundreds of live and on-demand classes, clinical assessments, and personalized exercises designed specifically for adults 60+ to help improve strength, flexibility, and balance.
  Online | Click to learn more

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