Partner CE Series - Managing Healthcare Risk in Retirement: Medicare Explained
March 18, 2026
12:00 PM MDT - 1:15 PM MDT
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Qualifies for 1 CFP® CE and 1 Colorado Insurance CE
Join us for an essential Medicare for 2026 webinar designed specifically for financial planners who support clients transitioning into retirement. This session will cover the foundational elements of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C, and D, enrollment timelines, and what's new for 2026.
You'll gain practical best practices for integrating Medicare planning into retirement strategies, learn to identify common pitfalls that can lead to costly penalties or coverage gaps, and discover how to confidently set clear expectations with clients about healthcare costs and decisions in retirement.
By attending, you will be better equipped to guide clients through one of the most complex components of retirement planning, strengthen your advisory value, and help ensure smoother, more informed transitions into Medicare.
Ideal for: Financial planners, wealth advisors, retirement specialists, and anyone advising clients approaching age 65.
Garry Manchulenko is a seasoned insurance professional with over 18.5 years of experience helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of health and benefits planning. For the past 11 years, he has served as an agency owner, building and leading a client-focused practice known for strategic guidance, personalized service, and long-term relationship management. Garry specializes in aligning insurance solutions with broader financial planning objectives, making him a valuable partner to financial advisors seeking to protect and enhance their clients' overall financial wellbeing.
In addition to his agency leadership, Garry has contributed extensively to the industry through a decade of service on the Broker Advisory Board for Connect for Health Colorado. In this role, he has provided frontline insight on marketplace operations, policy implementation, and consumer needs, helping shape a more effective and accessible health insurance exchange for Colorado residents.
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Garry brings a strong work ethic and practical perspective to his profession. He currently resides in Highlands Ranch, Colorado with his wife, their two children (ages 16 and 13), and their two Goldendoodle dogs. An active family, they spend much of their time supporting their children's competitive hockey and softball pursuits.
Garry is recognized for his practical expertise, collaborative approach, and commitment to education — regularly working alongside financial planners to integrate risk management, health coverage strategy, and compliance considerations into comprehensive financial plans. His depth of experience and real-world perspective make him a trusted resource for advisors and clients alike.
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$0.00 COFPA Members
$0.00 FPA Members and Nonmembers
$0.00 Guest

