Hudson Valley's Local Medicare Broker — Headquartered Here Since 2006
We are based at 210 New Hackensack Road in Wappingers Falls — not a call center in another state, not a lead-farm website routing your information to strangers. Medicare Resource Group has served Dutchess County and the wider Hudson Valley since 2006, and the people we help are our neighbors. If you've attended one of our library seminars, you've already met us in person.
Why Hudson Valley Residents Choose a Broker Who Actually Lives Here
When you're choosing a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan, the details that matter most are local: which hospitals are in-network, which plans cover your doctors, and what your actual out-of-pocket exposure looks like in this region. We know that Vassar Brothers Medical Center and MidHudson Regional Hospital are the anchors most Dutchess County residents plan around — and we verify network participation for both before recommending any Medicare Advantage plan. That knowledge doesn't come from a script. It comes from 20 years of doing this work here.
We Serve Every Corner of the Hudson Valley
We work with Medicare beneficiaries across the full region, including:
- Wappingers Falls and Fishkill
- Poughkeepsie and the City of Beacon
- Hyde Park and Rhinebeck
- Kingston and Newburgh
- Dutchess, Ulster, and Orange Counties
If you live in the Hudson Valley and are turning 65, approaching Annual Enrollment Period, or simply wondering whether your current plan still makes sense, we can help you compare your options at no cost.
Free Medicare Seminars at Dutchess County Libraries
We host five to six free community seminars every month at local libraries and venues throughout the Hudson Valley. These are educational events — no enrollment pressure, no sales pitch. We cover how Medicare works, what the enrollment windows mean, how Advantage and Supplement plans compare, and how to avoid the costly mistakes that come from missing a deadline or choosing a plan without comparing it properly.
Past and recurring seminar venues include branches of the Adriance Memorial Library system in Poughkeepsie and libraries throughout Dutchess County. Seating is limited and events fill quickly.
Independent Means We Compare Every Carrier
We hold no exclusive contracts with any single insurance company. When we sit down with a Hudson Valley resident to review Medicare options, we compare plans from every major carrier available in this market — and our compensation is carrier-regulated, meaning it does not change based on which plan you choose. There is no financial incentive for us to steer you toward one company over another. The only plan we recommend is the one that fits your situation.
What Hudson Valley Medigap Premiums Actually Look Like
New York is a guaranteed-issue state for Medicare Supplement plans, which means you cannot be denied coverage based on health history — but premiums vary by carrier, and the range in the Mid-Hudson region is meaningful. Plan G and Plan N are the two most common choices for Hudson Valley residents who want predictable costs and broad provider access. High-Deductible Plan G is a lower-premium option worth considering for healthier enrollees who want catastrophic coverage without the higher monthly cost. We walk through current carrier pricing in your specific county so you're comparing real numbers, not estimates.
Ready to Talk With a Local Medicare Broker?
Whether you're turning 65, reviewing your current plan before Annual Enrollment Period, or helping a parent navigate Medicare for the first time, we're available for a no-cost, no-pressure consultation — by phone, in person at our Wappingers Falls office, or at one of our upcoming community seminars.
What to Expect When You Work With Us
We start by understanding your situation — your doctors, your prescriptions, your budget, and how you use your coverage. Then we compare every plan available to you in the Hudson Valley market and explain the tradeoffs in plain language. We don't rush the process. Most clients leave their first consultation with a clear picture of their options and a recommendation they feel confident about. Our 90% close rate when clients attend a seminar or sit-down consultation reflects that clarity — not sales pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions — Medicare in the Hudson Valley
Is there a cost to work with a Medicare Resource Group broker?
No. Our services are free to you. Brokers are compensated directly by insurance carriers at a rate set by regulation — that rate is identical regardless of which plan you choose, so we have no financial reason to favor one carrier over another.Do you help with both Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans?
Yes. We compare both types of coverage and explain the tradeoffs based on your specific situation. If you're unsure which direction makes more sense for you, that's exactly the conversation we're built for. You can also review our Advantage vs. Supplement comparison page for a starting point.Are Vassar Brothers and MidHudson Regional Hospital covered under Medicare Advantage plans in this area?
Network participation varies by carrier and plan year, and it changes annually. We verify current network status for both hospitals — and for your specific physicians — before recommending any Medicare Advantage plan to a Hudson Valley resident. This is one of the most important checks we run and one of the most commonly overlooked by people who enroll online without local guidance.I'm not turning 65 yet. Can I still attend a seminar or schedule a consultation?
Yes, and we encourage it. Understanding your Medicare timeline before your Initial Enrollment Period opens helps you avoid late-enrollment penalties and gives you time to make a considered decision rather than a rushed one. We regularly work with people who are one to three years out from Medicare eligibility.
You Found a Local Broker. Here's What Happens Next.
Most Medicare websites that show up in a local search aren't actually local. They're national lead-generation platforms that collect your information and distribute it to dozens of agents you've never met. We're not that. Medicare Resource Group is an independent brokerage with a real office in the Hudson Valley and brokers who live and work in the communities we serve — including yours.
When you reach out, you'll hear from someone who knows the carriers available in your area, understands the local doctors and hospital networks your plan needs to cover, and has no financial incentive to recommend one plan over another. Our service is completely free to you, start to finish.