Health Insurance
Scottie’s Story
Scottie lives in country NSW with his wife and daughter and works as a Project Manager. He was diagnosed with bowel cancer when he was 40. Thanks to his financial adviser’s guidance, Scottie had Critical Illness and Income Protection cover. The claims payments he received from TAL provided financial support, so Scottie and his family…
Marcelle and Darren’s story: protecting their family and future
Marcelle and Darren have had critical illness insurance throughout their 19-year marriage and even when financial pressure tempted them to cancel the policy, they continued to pay their premiums. Marcelle has dedicated her life to raising a family and only works on a casual basis, so they often relied solely on Darren’s income. “We’ve got…
Maintaining your mental health through the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted our day-to-day lives in a dramatic way. One of the biggest changes to come from this period for many people was a transition to working from home. On top of this adjustment, parents had the additional challenge of monitoring remote schooling for their children. Social interactions were severely reduced and…
Women and cancer, what you need to know
Being faced with cancer can have a devastating impact on women and their families. That’s why it’s so important to reduce your health risks – and also know how to avoid the financial shock that a cancer diagnosis can bring. October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with fundraising activities held across Australia to raise money…