Ryan Miner - Older Adult Advocate

11/14/2025

Thank you so much to SOAR (Supporting Older Adults Through Resources), especially Leslie Schultz, SOAR’s Founder/Executive Director, for hosting a hugely successful event yesterday evening, “A Toast to the Holidays,” in Thurmont!

Leslie started a Frederick nonprofit ten years ago to provide community resources and support for older adults in need who reside in Frederick County.

For over a decade, SOAR has provided life-changing resources for so many deserving older adults residing in Frederick County. The impact this organization has made is beyond quantifiable.

Thank you to all who planned this fantastic event and for carrying SOAR’s mission in your hearts.

Please check out SOAR at https://soarfrederick.org/.

We envision a world where older adults feel loved, respected, and recognized for all they have done for their families and our community. Until then, our mission is to do all we can to help and support them to live their lives with dignity.Read More...

08/25/2025

Confused about the Johns Hopkins–UnitedHealthcare fallout?

Marylanders are suddenly facing out-of-network doctors, canceled appointments, and skyrocketing bills.

That’s why I created a [Complete 2025 Action Guide] — a step-by-step resource that shows you exactly what to do now that UnitedHealthcare (UHC) will no longer offer services through Johns Hopkins Medicine (JHM) as in-network care and how to protect yourself!

Johns Hopkins OUT of the UnitedHealthcare network Aug 25! Don't panic - get continuity care or switch plans today! Click here for help today!

07/30/2025

An Open Letter to Fahrney Keedy Home & Village (Fahrney-Keedy Memory Care) in Boonsboro, Maryland.

When my 92-year-old grandmother passed away at Fahrney-Keedy Memory Care on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, not a single staff member called to offer condolences.

No acknowledgment.

No returned calls about her belongings.

Just silence.

This is my open letter to them — because families deserve to know how facilities treat residents after their final breath.

Memory care shouldn't end when the payments do.

A grandson's open letter about Fahrney-Keedy Memory Care's complete lack of compassion after his grandmother's death. A call for change.

07/14/2025

The pain of saying goodbye to my grandmother, Maureen.

A grandson reflects on the heartbreak, memories, and final moments beside his dying grandmother during her last days.

07/11/2025

A Major healthcare policy shift is coming to Maryland!

New analysis reveals that H.R. 1 will have a $2 billion annual impact on Maryland's healthcare system, the most significant federal policy change affecting state health programs in decades.

Key projections from state agencies:

- 420,000+ Marylanders could lose health coverage.

- $1.2 billion reduction in federal Medicaid funding.

- 17.1% average insurance rate increases for 2026.

- $572.5 million shifted to state taxpayers for food assistance.

What does this mean for Maryland?

- Work requirements for Medicaid take effect Dec. 31, 2026, with semi-annual eligibility reviews creating significant administrative complexity.

- Healthcare providers should begin preparing now for documentation requirements and potential increases in uninsured patients.

- Maryland's "trigger provision" requires legislative action if federal funding drops by $1B+ annually—a threshold likely to be met.

- For healthcare professionals, older adults, and families navigating these changes, preparation is critical.

- The implementation timeline spans 18 months, with the steepest impacts expected in early 2027.

Here is my complete analysis of Maryland state projections, healthcare provider preparation guides, and timeline details:

And here is a link to the article I wrote:

Over 420,000 Marylanders could lose health coverage as H.R. 1 triggers $2 billion in annual costs across Medicaid, SNAP, & insurance programs

11/20/2024

Ensure your healthcare wishes are honored.

Learn about Maryland’s surrogate decision-maker law and the importance of advance directives in The Senior Soup’s latest guide.

Learn how a Maryland surrogate decision maker can ensure your healthcare choices are respected when you're unable to speak for yourself.

08/15/2024

If you live in Maryland and you’re considering pursuing guardianship over a family member or loved one, you’ll want to consider a few less restrictive measures first, like a Durable Power of Attorney, an Advance Healthcare Directive, and/or a Revocable Living Trust.

Proper estate planning can help your loved ones avoid pursuing guardianship in a Maryland Circuit Court.

Check out The Senior Soup’s guide on Alternatives to Maryland Guardianship:

Avoid costly guardianship in Maryland with proper estate planning. Discover POAs, Advance Directives, and Living Trusts today.

07/04/2023

Raquel and I are looking forward to a featuring several new guests on The Senior Soup Podcast this summer!

Happy 4th of July!

05/02/2023

May is Older Americans Month!

I'm focusing much of my content on providing informational resources for older adults and their families in the DMV region!

Are you familiar with home health care? That is, in-home skilled nursing and physical, occupational, and speech therapy?

Check out my latest article published through The Senior Soup about the many benefits of home health care!

Uncover the benefits of home health care today! Click here for a complete guide to a healthier, more independent lifestyle for older adults with home

05/27/2022

Robb Elementary School teacher Irma Garcia was murdered.

She died a hero when she used her body to try and shield her students from the gunman’s bullets.

Her husband Joe suffered a heart attack two days after Irma was murdered and died.

The couple leaves behind four children.

Please consider a donation to the family if you’re able to give, or please consider sharing this link on your social media pages.

Hi, my name is Debra Austin, Irma Garcia was my cousin and one of the teachers killed at Robb … Jamie & Debra Austin needs your support for Joe & Irma Garcia

05/01/2022

I shy far, far away from writing about myself.

But if my story can help but only one person, then it's worth the share.

Here's my story.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. A Miner Detail's Ryan Miner shares his personal journey with mental health.

12/22/2020

“Every man’s life ends the same way. It is only the details of how he lived and he died that distinguish one man from another.” – Earnest Hemingway.

Safe home, Pap.