Michigan Planners

10/14/2026

Another morning of Medicare education and a lot to cover!

Yesterday, our team hosted our second Medicare event focused on the changes coming in 2027. Thank you to everyone who joined us and brought thoughtful questions. There’s plenty to sort through, and we’re glad to help you make sense of it.

But there’s only so much we can cover in one morning.

The question you think of on the drive home? The plan notice sitting on your kitchen counter? Those deserve a conversation, too. With so much changing this AEP season, our Medicare team is here to help you understand what it means for your coverage.

Keep learning with our Medicare education YouTube channel, then reach out when you’re ready to talk through your own questions.

Watch, share, and subscribe:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi3Y8GBrFDU&list=PLnxKyuI90ohT_6xAEC_f8GoxWiArAru6E

10/07/2026

Rochester friends, we’re in your neighborhood today!

Stop by the OPC 50+ Expo and say hello to Tami Callahan and Kirscher Harkless from our Medicare team. If you have questions about the Medicare changes ahead, whether for yourself or someone you love, bring them with you!

This free event is a great opportunity to learn and feel a little more prepared for annual enrollment (AEP). Plus, you can pick up some free goodies along the way.

Today, Wednesday, October 7th | 9 AM–1 PM
OPC Social & Activity Center
650 Letica Drive, Rochester, MI 48307
Free admission

We’d love to see you there!

10/06/2026

Every HR horror story starts the same way: "It wasn't documented..."

Our 2026 Compliance Clarity series wraps up on October 15th at 10:00am. Christina Neckiporchik, John Gardiner, and Cameron Ritsema from Bodman will walk through your open enrollment compliance checklist, including notices, disclosures, documentation and employer responsibilities.

Then stay for our special segment, "Document or It Didn't Happen: HR Horror Stories." The team will go through real cases where open enrollment compliance was missed, what happened next and how your team can avoid the same outcome.

Open enrollment brings enough surprises. Compliance shouldn't have to be one of them!

Earn 1 SHRM credit. Register now:

Open enrollment is more than a benefits communication season. It is also a critical compliance checkpoint for employers. This session will help employers understand the notices, disclosures, documentation, and plan administration responsibilities that should be addressed during open enrollment. Atte...

10/04/2026

Looking back on another valuable training conference!

Kurt Swartz and Kayla Ford represented our team as we proudly returned to sponsor the MPELRA Annual Training Conference. Open enrollment keeps our team busy, so having time to catch up with clients, meet new people, and hear what’s happening in their workplaces was especially valuable.

Thank you, MPELRA, for another great conference, and to everyone who stopped by our booth. It was a pleasure spending time with you!

10/02/2026

Are benefits managing your municipality’s budget? Let’s talk about taking back some control.

Our own Amanda Bobrovetskit is speaking at the Michigan Municipal League Convention in Traverse City! She’ll explore healthcare inflation, pharmacy costs, and practical strategies to bring more stability to your benefits budget while supporting your employees.

Join her for “Managing Benefits Before They Manage Your Budget” on Friday, October 9th, at 9:15am in Tower Ballroom A.

Make room on your Convention schedule, and bring your questions!

View the agenda: https://mml.org/convention/convention-agenda/

09/22/2026

We’re heading to the OPC 2026 50 Plus Expo on Wednesday, October 7th!

With so many Medicare changes happening this year, now is a great time to start asking questions and getting prepared. Whether you’re already on Medicare, approaching age 65, or helping a parent, spouse or loved one navigate their options, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.

Stop by our booth and say hi to Tami Callahan. She’ll be there to answer questions, share helpful information and help you feel a little more confident about what’s ahead.

Wednesday, October 7th | 9 AM–1 PM
OPC Social & Activity Center
Free admission

We’d love to see you there!

09/14/2026

Where does open enrollment fall on your pain scale this year?

If you are sitting at a 3 or higher, you should not have to power through the pain alone. A good benefits partner should make the process easier, not add to the headache.

Our team is here to answer questions, help you understand your options and take some of the pressure off your plate.

If your open enrollment pain level is creeping up, we are here to help.
Learn more: https://miplanners.com/open-enrollment/

09/11/2026

"We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail."

We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Our Medicare team is tackling this Annual Enrollment Period by being proactive in educating our communities. This week they hosted a Medicare Roundtable at the Traverse City Elks Lodge; helping attendees make sense of what’s changing, what to expect this AEP, and answering plenty of questions along the way.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us in person and virtually! Medicare is an ever-changing landscape and we are here to provide clear guidance to ensure you and your loved ones leave these conversations feeling a little more informed and a lot more confident about what comes next.

Shout out to our Medicare team: Wes Shivel, Patty Martin, Jack Dulude, Traci George, Tami Callahan, and Fred Goldenberg.