Real Medicare Insurance help
from people who listen.
Sonya and Penny have helped hundreds of people in Cullman, surrounding areas, and across Alabama keep their doctors, lower their costs, and finally feel confident about Medicare Insurance. They take the time to listen — and it shows.
Gold Standard of Excellence
Serving Cullman County & North Alabama
From Our Clients
Two dedicated advocates.
One shared mission.
Assister Health Benefits serves families in Cullman County and across Alabama. Sonya Fortner and Penny Aldridge help local families navigate Medicare Insurance with patience, honesty, and real results — especially when it comes to keeping the doctors they trust.
Sonya Fortner
Executive Partner & Lead Strategist
Sonya has helped hundreds of Alabama families find plans that actually work for them. Her clients say she listens carefully, explains things clearly, and always puts their needs first, one is keeping their doctors.
Learn more about Sonya
Penny Aldridge
Executive Partner & Client Advocate
With 30+ years of experience, Penny is known for her patience and for making sure people don’t feel rushed or confused. Many of her clients say she helped them keep the exact doctors they wanted while finding better coverage.
Learn more about PennyComprehensive Medicare Insurance
support at every stage.
From initial analysis through lifelong advocacy, we provide white-glove service that goes far beyond the typical insurance brokerage.
Personalized Plan Analysis
Comprehensive review of all available Medicare Advantage, Medigap, and Part D options based on your health profile, prescriptions, preferred doctors, and budget.
Discover our processAnnual Enrollment Strategy
Proactive guidance during the Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare Insurance (Oct 15 – Dec 7) to ensure you never miss critical changes or better coverage opportunities.
See enrollment timelinePrescription Optimization
In-depth Part D analysis that often saves clients hundreds — sometimes thousands — per year by identifying the most cost-effective drug coverage plans.
How we save you moneyLifelong Advocacy & Support
Unlimited access to our team for claims assistance, appeals, provider network changes, and annual plan reviews — at no additional cost.
Learn about ongoing supportFour steps to
complete peace of mind.
Discovery Call
We learn about your health, medications, doctors, budget, and long-term goals in a relaxed, no-pressure conversation.
Custom Analysis
Our team runs a detailed comparison of every viable plan in your area and prepares a clear, easy-to-understand recommendation.
Review & Enroll
We walk you through some options, answer all questions, and handle the enrollment process for you — start to finish.
Annual Review
Every year we proactively review your coverage and make adjustments so your plan continues to serve you perfectly.
Why families trust
Assister Health Benefits.
Ready to take control of your Medicare Insurance future?
Schedule your complimentary, no-obligation consultation today. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a clear path forward and complete confidence in your coverage.
