Stoneford in 5

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Podcast by The Stoneford Team

Stoneford in 5

Stoneford in 5 delivers rapid-fire, compliance-approved, healthcare and financial advice, tailored specifically for pastors and executive directors of nonprofit organizations. Learn More and Get Quotes Today - cedarhealthalliance.com

Latest episodes

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21 November 2025

Move Health: Making Individual & Medicare Insurance Clear

Navigating individual health insurance and Medicare can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. In this essential Stoneford in 5 episode, Casey sits down with the Co-Founder, Cole Craven at Move Health to discuss how they simplify the most complicated healthcare decisions.

Tune in to learn how Move Health helps clients:

  • Get non-biased, personalized guidance on ACA-compliant and off-Marketplace plans.
  • Integrate health coverage with your financial plan (especially for early retirees).
  • Find the right Medicare or individual coverage with confidence.

Stop worrying about coverage and start getting clarity!

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of your individual health insurance or Medicare decisions, Move Health is ready to help. They provide the simple, clear guidance you need for every life stage.

To explore your options and connect directly with the Move Health team through Stoneford, visit: Stoneford.com/healthinsurance

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20 November 2025

The Cost Trap—Why the Premium is the Wrong Number to Compare

Are you making the #1 financial mistake this renewal season? If your team is only comparing monthly premiums, you are missing the most volatile expense: the Total Cost of Care (TCOC).

In this critical 5-minute episode, we expose the "low-premium trap"—how a cheap plan can explode your employees' costs and destabilize your budget with massive, unpredictable renewal hikes.

We explain how the Cedar Health Alliance is engineered differently, managing the entire TCOC curve to deliver flat, sustainable rates instead of yearly shockwaves. Your organization deserves stability, not surprises. Listen now to reset your benefits strategy.

🚨 FINAL PUSH ACTION: Get your custom rate proposal for 1/1/26 by submitting your census today at: https://cedarhealthalliance.com/contact

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14 November 2025

Understanding Your Benefits: The Cedar Health Alliance Webinar

Missed the live session? We've got you covered! This episode is the audio recording of our recent informational webinar with key tips from the Cedar Health Alliance team.

This deep-dive session provides a complete overview of the plan offerings, enrollment requirements, and frequently asked questions for the upcoming period.

Tune in to hear the experts discuss - Plan Structures, Enrollment Process, Key Dates and More!

This is a crucial resource for anyone considering or enrolling in the Cedar Health Alliance plans.

You can start the process now over on cedarhealthalliance.com

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05 November 2025

Stop Paying for Care! The Cedar Health Alliance Difference

Tired of seeing your ministry's mission dollars leak into the traditional healthcare system? You're not alone.

In this essential "Stoneford in 5" episode, Founder & CEO Casey Hayden and the Cedar Health Alliance leadership team break down the revolutionary structure of the Cedar Health Alliance (CHA)—the only health plan designed to provide budget stability and predictable rates for churches and non-profits. Hear from Josiah Allis, President and Co-Founder of Design Health and Drew Kallestad, Chief Strategy Officer for Agility Innovation.

What You'll Learn in This Quick 5 Minutes:

  • The Problem with PPOs: Why the status quo guarantees budget uncertainty, and how the Alliance's Master Trust structure is engineered to stop the cycle of double-digit premium hikes.
  • A Breakdown of Actual Care: We walk you through the Benefits Guide (which you can download below!) and explain the difference between the CHA's transparent network and traditional plans.
  • The $0 Cost of Care Secret: Discover how our innovative partnership with Amaze Health changes the way your staff accesses care. Learn why working with your dedicated Amaze guide makes most major services (including labs, diagnostics, and appointments) cost your employees $0 out of pocket.
  • Mission Multiplied: Understanding how rate stability is the single most critical factor in allowing your ministry to focus its budget on people and programs, not inflated healthcare costs.

Ready to Secure Your 2026 Budget?

The underwriting window is closing, and we need your organization's census data to lock in your rates. Don't wait until open enrollment is over!

  • Step 1: Get Started Now & Submit Your Census Data: https://cedarhealthalliance.com/contact
  • Step 2: Download the Full Benefits Guide: https://cedarhealthalliance.com/guide

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14 October 2025

The Healthcare Shift: Why Faith-Based Organizations Need a New Model

Stoneford in 5 addresses the pressing issue of unpredictable healthcare costs for churches and nonprofits. Host Casey Hayden highlights how the lack of strategy in traditional healthcare models inflates costs and detracts from organizational missions.

Introducing Cedar Health Alliance as a solution, the podcast advocates for predictable healthcare costs through collective strength and shared strategies, ensuring both savings and employee satisfaction. The discussion encourages faith-based organizations to evaluate their current healthcare approach and consider innovative options like Cedar, which stands for stability and longevity.

This transformative methodology aligns healthcare benefits with financial stewardship, enabling organizations to focus on their core mission.

Get Quotes for Your Organization Today!

cedarhealthalliance.com

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