To speak with a licensed agent, call 918-630-9929 (TTY 711 M-F, 9am-5pm) or email christinecoomer2@gmail.com

How Bereavement and Loneliness Can Impact Health

Posted by Christine Coomer
Estimated Reading Time 59 seconds

How Bereavement and Loneliness Can Impact Health

Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional experience that can have lasting effects on mental and physical health. Loneliness, especially in older adults, can contribute to various health complications. Understanding the risks and finding ways to cope can help protect overall well-being.

 

Mental Health Effects

Bereavement can lead to depression, anxiety, and even cognitive decline. Not only does life feel less satisfying; mental health concerns can contribute to health and lifestyle choices and impact us physically as well.

 

Physical Health Impacts

Studies show that loneliness can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and a weakened immune system. These are all common concerns after age 65 and can lead to serious chronic disease.

 

Disrupted Sleep Patterns

Grieving individuals may experience insomnia or poor sleep quality, which can further impact overall health through elevated cortisol (stress hormone) levels.

 

Social Withdrawal

Isolating oneself can lead to increased feelings of loneliness and sadness, creating a cycle that becomes difficult to break. Engaging in social activities, even in small ways, can help alleviate loneliness.

 

Seeking Support

Talking to a therapist, joining a bereavement group, or staying connected with friends and family can provide emotional comfort and improve mental well-being.

Taking active steps to manage grief and loneliness can lead to better health outcomes and improve overall quality of life. If feelings of isolation persist, seeking professional help can make a significant difference.

Christine Coomer
OKMedicareHelp.com // christinecoomer2@gmail.com

Hello! I’m Christine Coomer, an independent Medicare insurance agent dedicated to helping people find the right Medicare coverage for their needs. My husband, Chad, and I have a wonderful blended family with six adult children, a grandson, and another on the way!

With over 14 years of experience in the insurance industry, I’ve worked across many different types of insurance. However, my journey into Medicare began when I helped my mother with her coverage. Even with my insurance background, I quickly realized how complex Medicare can be. It became clear that navigating Medicare can be challenging, and people often need someone who will listen, know the rules, provide clear information, and advocate for their best interests.

That experience inspired me to become licensed, receive Medicare certifications, and work hard to offer the best personalized support possible. I believe that being a good Medicare agent isn’t just about knowing the rules and plans—it’s about being available, genuinely caring about people, understanding each person’s unique situation, and providing guidance that’s right for them.

I partner with leading insurance carriers to provide a variety of Medicare plans, helping to simplify the process, find the right coverage for you, and service you along the way. Whether you’re on Medicare because of age, disability, or other circumstances, I’m here to help you understand it all.

Medicare doesn’t have to be confusing. I’m here to help make it easier for you. Reach out today for a free consultation to explore your options.

I look forward to supporting you every step of the way!

  • To speak with a licensed insurance agent, call 918-630-9929
    (TTY 711 M-F, 9am-5pm)
  • OK License #100119530
  • 2417 E 53rd St. Suite B
    Tulsa, OK 74105

Have You Watched Our Medicare Essentials Video Quick-Course?

This video tutorial covers the basic elements of Medicare in a format that is easy to understand and you can watch it from the comfort of home! It’s yours at no cost and no obligation, just tell us where we should send it!







      By submitting this information, you acknowledge a licensed insurance agent, Christine Coomer, may contact you by phone, email, or mail to discuss Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Prescription Drug Plans.

      Get Free, Friendly, and
      Local Medicare Help Now

      Local, licensed professionals are available to answer all of your questions. Call 918-630-9929 or complete the form below and we’d be happy to reach out to you.







          By submitting this information, you acknowledge a licensed insurance agent, Christine Coomer, may contact you by phone, email, or mail to discuss Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Prescription Drug Plans.

          Open Accessibility Tools
          Close Accessibility Tools
          Accessibility Controls Reset
          Content Adjustments
          Font Size

          Default

          Line Height

          Default

          Content Scaling

          Default

          Highlight Titles
          Highlight Links
          Highlight Forms
          Align Left
          Align Center
          Align Right
          Focus Mode
          Color Adjustments
          Desaturate
          Monochrome
          Contrast

          Default

          Saturation

          Default

          Learn More about these Accessibility Tools

          Accessibility Statement

          Despite our attempts to make this website accessible for everyone, there may still be some pages or sections that are not completely accessible, are in the process of becoming accessible, or do not have a suitable technological solution to make them accessible. Nevertheless, we are always striving to enhance our accessibility by adding, updating, improving its options and features, and incorporating new technologies.

          We want to provide our users with the best experience possible, so we strive to support as many browsers and assistive technologies as possible.

          If you wish to contact this website's owner, please use the contact form on the website.

          Our User Interface Adjustment Options

          Font adjustments - With this tool, users can modify font size, style, letter spacing, and line height for improved alignment and readability.

          Color adjustments - Users can customize their color contrast profiles to light, dark, desaturated, and monochrome.

          Content highlighting - Users can prioritize key elements such as links, forms, and titles.

          Content focus - Users can enable focus mode to highlight the current page information based on their mouse movement.

          Close