Ryan SchalkHosted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofitRyan Schalk
U.S. Retirement Education Association
Medicare 101Free 1-hour workshop hosted by U.S. Retirement Education · In person & online

Everything you need to know about Medicare

A plain-English session for anyone approaching 65 — how the parts work, what it really costs, and when to enroll. Educational only, free to attend, and never a sales pitch.

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What we cover

Ryan Schalk

No jargon, no slides full of fine print — just the parts that actually change what you pay and what you’re covered for.

1
What Parts A & B actually coverThe gaps most people don’t realize they have until they need care.
2
What Medicare really costs in 2026The premiums plus the surprise expenses that catch new enrollees off guard.
3
The enrollment windows that matterHow one missed deadline can trigger penalties that last for life.
4
How Medicare works with employer coverageSo you don’t pay twice or give up benefits you’re entitled to.
5
How to match coverage to your real needsInstead of a generic plan built for someone else’s situation.
6
Straight answers to your own questionsPlus the common misconceptions that trip people up.
Your presenter

Ryan Schalk

Ryan Schalk
Owner-Operator · Living Alliance · Central FL
  • Limited Seats
  • Owner-Operator, Living Alliance
  • Central Florida 20+ Years
  • Retirement, Life & Medicare

Ryan was born on Long Island, NY and has called Florida home for over 20 years. Over the course of his career, he’s worked with several national and global companies in the food, service, sports, and entertainment industries. But his true passion has always been helping people.

About a decade ago, Ryan decided to take that passion and channel it into a career that would allow him to make a real difference in his community. That’s when he entered the insurance and retirement planning industry — and later became the proud owner and operator of Living Alliance.

Living Alliance specializes in Retirement Growth & Asset Protection, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplements, among other areas. Ryan built his business with specific goals and values in mind to be a client-focused business, fulfilling each client’s needs through a proven process and a powerful vision.

His mission is simple — to make the impersonal, personal ensuring each client feels heard, understood, and confident in their decisions about the future.

501(c)(3) nonprofit
We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 13 organizations which offer 99 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

This event is hosted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is intended solely for educational purposes. It is not a sales presentation. No insurance products will be marketed or sold. The presenter is not affiliated with Medicare, CMS, or any government agency.

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