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A light at the end of the tunnel for those of you seeing rising healthcare premiums in 2026. "At least some members on both sides seemed willing to find common ground on an ACA credit extension before the coming deadline"

Senate panel sees opening, however slight, for health care deal - Roll Call Senators are open to a bipartisan agreement that would extend expiring Affordable Care Act enhanced subsidies before year’s end.

I was pretty surprised the first time I learned that diabetes affects both humans and many of our pets. This article has some really great tips for managing diabetes but our favorite is about sharing your and your pet's success stories related to managing weight or staying active. Staying positive and optimistic while doing the work and measuring your results is a mark of good health! https://forum.maddiesfund.org/onehealth/discussion/november-is-national-diabetes-month

We know you're seeing all the phone numbers to call and receiving all the mail about Medicare Insurance plans. If you have questions about Medicare, but would like to work with a local agent instead of dealing with call centers we're here to help. We're committed to serving our community and ensuring you receive the best available coverage.

Last week we shared how more than 85,000 Utah households will be without SNAP benefits come Nov 1 as a result of the federal government shutdown, but what an amazing and wonderful community we have that still unites for good to support those in need. Thank you Utah Food Bank for the resources you share, both on how to GET HELP and how to GIVE HELP.

A neighbor stopped by and took pictures of our tree, pointing out what beautiful fall foliage we have right in our front yard. Just a day later all the leaves had fallen. Thank you, neighbor for helping us to appreciate all the good and simple things we have within arms reach, because over time we may begin to overlook even the things that are most precious to us.

"More than 85,000 Utah households will be without SNAP benefits as the federally funded program is on pause during the government shutdown.

Officials with the Department of Workforce Services announced Wednesday that SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) payments, also known as food stamps, will not be issued for the month of November, and are not expected to resume until the federal government reopens.

They said there is a chance that SNAP cards will not work after Nov. 1, even if there is a balance in the account."

https://kutv.com/news/local/utah-food-stamps-halted-due-to-ongoing-government-shutdown

We know there is a lot of uncertainty, and families of all walks of life are feeling the effects of the government shutdown. If we can be a help connecting you to local resources, please contact us.

We had a blast raising more than $500 for the Cedar City Walk to End Alzheimer’s with you! This weekend is the St. George Walk so now is a great time to give if you haven't already, or give again if you have more to give. https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2025/UT-Utah?team_id=949632&pg=team&fr_id=18945

Walk to End Alzheimer’s returns to St. George to raise funds, awareness for growing crisis Loved ones, caregivers and supporters of Utahns living with Alzheimer’s disease will gather Saturday, Oct. 25, for the St. George Walk to End Alzheimer’s.