Long term care insurance testimonial

Baygroup (Melissa Barnickel) was very responsive to our many questions and concerns as we endeavored to identify the policy that would most meet our needs. She listened to us and helped us sort through mounds of options (many carriers, plan designs for both traditional long term care insurance and life insurance with a long term care insurance rider).  She and her assistant, Debby Lawrence, "held our hands" through every step of the process, and made sure we understood what we were doing "in the now: and what would come next.

Melissa and Debby were very helpful in picking the best Medicare Supplement and dental insurance policies for my husband and myself.  I will share my experience with my friends.

B.M., Jarrettsville, Harford County, MD

Baygroup Insurance was very helpful in my decision making regarding long term care insurance. Melissa Barnickel and Debbie Lawrence were extremely easy to work with. They were very responsive too!

D. B., Gambrills, Anne Arundel County, Maryland

Melissa gave a presentation at work which was very compelling.  She and her assistant have been very proactive in helping us finalize the long term care insurance policies.

J.W., Loudoun County, Leesburg, VA

Melissa, Scott and I would like to thank you for your continued interest and assistance regarding our Long Term Care Insurance policies. It is hard to believe that several years have passed since you first briefed us on our options and walked us through the application process. We were fortunate to have found you and so glad that we purchased our policies. Everything we read about financial planning includes a section on the importance of obtaining Long Term Care Insurance. In addition, your advice regarding trends in pricing among competing companies was extremely accurate. We definitely made the right choice. Great Work, Melissa!

S. and J. H., Fairfax County, Fairfax, VA

After attending one of Melissa's very informative webinars on long-term care insurance, I made an appointment with her to get more personalized information. During this meeting, she very thoroughly answered the two pages of questions that I had provided beforehand and emailed me additional information that would have been hard to capture in notes. From the patient, cheerful responses that I received during our meeting, I would never have guessed that she was leaving on vacation the next day and was extremely busy. Several days later, I received brochures in the mail that she thought might be useful for other family members. I strongly endorse Melissa and can't imagine finding a more customer-focused or knowledgeable long-term care professional.

T.M., Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland

What sets Melissa apart from the competition is her ability to listen well.  She has no agenda apart from making sure your needs are met, based on the goals you wish to achieve.  She is thoughtful and kind and has great problem solving skills.  I would recommend Melissa to anyone wishing to investigate and purchase Long Term Care Insurance.

K. M., Middletown, Frederick County, Maryland

Figuring out what long term care policy to buy can be very confusing, so I am grateful to Melissa for helping me identify what benefit plan would best serve my needs. She clearly knows what the plans offer and how to match the benefit amounts with my financial and long term care needs. I really appreciated her wisdom on what was a very difficult decision. She is not only an expert, but a great person to work with. Thank you, Melissa!

Thanks!!!  T.L., Rockville, Montgomery County, Maryland

Having very recently watched both of my grandmothers and my father-in-law's health decline to where they all required caregiving at the end of their lives, my husband and I both realized it was time to prepare, as best we could, for our own future health care needs. Melissa Barnickel was tireless, and always helpful and cheerful, in answering our seemingly never ending questions to select a LTC program for us. We are very grateful for her vast knowledge of the business and for her incredible insights. We now feel very well prepared to face that last chapter in lives. Mrs. P. S.