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Cristin Dickey

Born in Maryland, raised in Texas, and educated in Utah, Cristin is a purveyor of stories from all widths and walks of life.  With a background in filmmaking and a staunch passion for literature, she aspires to give digital spaces a uniquely human touch.

Medicare Supplement Breakdown: Plan F, Plan G, and Plan N

February 17, 2025 by Cristin Dickey
Knowing the differences between Medicare Supplements F, G, and N will help you determine if supplemental coverage is right for you. Photo by Storyblocks.

What is Medicare and Why Do People Need Medicare Supplements? Medicare is a federal health insurance program primarily designed for Americans aged 65 and older. … Read more

Tags health insurance, Medicare Supplement, Plan F, Plan G, Plan N

Small Business Health Insurance: Everything You Need To Know

September 30, 2024 by Cristin Dickey

The Ultimate Job Draw: Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Between mixed and misleading financial reports, a staggering rise in basic living costs, a tedious post-COVID job market, … Read more

Tags current events, finances, health insurance, professional development, workforce

What’s the Difference Between Medigap and Medicare Advantage?

May 20, 2024 by Cristin Dickey
Medigap vs Medicare Advantage: What Are The Differences?

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance to people 65 or older, those under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages … Read more

Tags medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, Medigap, prescription drug coverage

5 Elderly Stereotypes In Media

July 8, 2025May 22, 2023 by Cristin Dickey
A couple sits in the dark and looks for something to watch on TV.

Thoughtful depictions of the elderly in media are few and far between. As the world’s elderly population increases, changes to our stories and their leading … Read more

Tags media, mindfulness, senior lifestyle, Technology

Challenging Youth-Culture

June 24, 2025April 17, 2023 by Cristin Dickey
Cool older woman smiles while on the phone.

How Do You Think About Old Age? As an American, I’ve grown up steeped in a culture that prizes youth. “Anti-aging” advertising engulfs all kinds … Read more

Tags media, medicare, mindfulness, Technology

Revisiting Sunscreen for Spring

June 20, 2025March 27, 2023 by Cristin Dickey
Woman sitting in a sunny park applies sunscreen to her arms.

Revisiting Sunscreen for Spring The seasons are starting to turn here in Texas, which means I have about .2 seconds before winter skips spring entirely … Read more

Tags environmental health, health & safety, preventative health measures, Seasonal Health, Weather

How Intentional Joy Can Save Your Life

June 20, 2025February 27, 2023 by Cristin Dickey

Where Joy Is Lacking… The discourse surrounding adult leisure time in America rarely goes beyond the ubiquitous ‘Netflix binge.’ At least in my circles, it … Read more

Tags mental health, mindfulness, Retirement, self-care, wellness

Hair Loss, Hair Care, and Hair Help

June 2, 2025April 14, 2022 by Cristin Dickey

Hair Loss, Hair Care, and Hair Help As of right now, I’m a few weeks away from celebrating my 25th birthday. I fully plan on … Read more

Tags men's health, Nutrition, preventative health measures, wellness, women's health

Don’t Forget to Do THIS as Temperatures Drop…

June 2, 2025January 7, 2022 by Cristin Dickey
As temperatures plummet, it's important to take extra care to keep our lips healthy, soft, and weatherproofed. Photo by Sergey Chetvertnykh.

Winterizing Your Routine: Don’t Forget the Lips! With the holidays now over, I feel like winter has finally arrived. A few of my compatriots here … Read more

Tags preventative health measures, skincare, wellness

Southern United States’ ‘Kissing Bug’ Deadly to Humans

May 28, 2025July 25, 2021 by Cristin Dickey
The kissing bug carries disease-causing parasites that are incredibly harmful to the human body. Photo by Macro on Pexels.

There’s a New Bug in Town With a spectacularly hot and lively summer now in full swing, Americans are on high alert for pests. It … Read more

Tags current events, health & safety, nature, parasites
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