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During the American Revolution in 1775, colonists were fighting under multiple flags rather than uniting under one. The Second Continental Congress met in June of 1775 to create a unified colonial fighting force. Thus the Continental Army was created, under the first “American” flag, the Continental Colors. Many thought this […]

Flag Day is June 14th

June 7, 2020 in Medicare tagged current events / holidays & events by Emily Schellin

Happy National Cheese Day! June 4th, 2018 is National Cheese Day! We will take this opportunity to discuss the health benefits of cheese! How Are Cheeses Made? The first step in the process is milk, which can come from several different animals, including cows and goats. Cheesemakers make sure the […]

Happy National Cheese Day!

June 4, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged diet / digestive health / holidays & events / Nutrition by Andrea Hektner

The History of Memorial Day! Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May and honors the men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. This year Memorial Day is May 28, 2018. Memorial Day was established in the years after the Civil War but […]

The History of Memorial Day!

May 28, 2018 in Health / life / Medicare tagged family / grief / holidays & events / mindfulness / socialization by Andrea Hektner

Presidents' Day — Happy Presidents’ Day! Presidents’ Day, also known as Washington’s birthday, is held on the third Monday of February. This federal holiday honors the past presidents of the United States. Different states celebrate this federal holiday differently. For example, some states focus more on Abraham Lincoln than Washington, because he had […]

Happy Presidents’ Day!

February 19, 2018 in Health / life / Medicare tagged holidays & events by Andrea Hektner

Groundhog Day — The History of Groundhog Day 2018 Groundhog Day Punxsutawney Phil has spoken! The results of this year’s Groundhog Day have been announced! February 2nd at 7:25 a.m. Eastern time, “Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, and Weather Prophet Extraordinaire” saw his shadow and predicted 6 […]

The History of Groundhog Day

February 2, 2018 in Health / life / Medicare tagged current events / holidays & events / nature by Andrea Hektner

Our company Empower Brokerage Inc., a company dedicated to helping seniors & individuals find the right life, health, and senior insurance solutions, often finds ways to give back to the community. We are a part of the United Commercial Travelers (UCT) Empower Council 2008, a 501 (c) non-profit financial services […]

Empower Brokerage Gives Back to the Community by Adopting Salvation ...

December 20, 2017 in Health / life / Medicare tagged empower brokerage / family / health insurance / holidays & events by Andrea Hektner

Thanksgiving is the time to gather around your loved ones and enjoy a great hefty meal. And of course, give thanks to everything and everyone that has made a positive impact in your life. But did you know that roughly 4,500 calories are consumed during a thanksgiving gathering? Not such […]

Stay Away from Gaining Those Thanksgiving Pounds

November 20, 2017 in Health tagged family / holidays & events / Nutrition / wellness by Andrea Hektner

When we make it to the holidays, we usually give ourselves grace when it comes to our health. We sneak an extra Christmas cookie or double up on mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner. And while we are allowed to take a break during this joyous and celebratory time, we do […]

5 Ways to Stay Healthy this Holiday Season

December 23, 2016 in Medicare tagged health & safety / holidays & events / mindfulness / obesity / wellness by Bill Bronson