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Friday, February 7, 2025
Some things to know this Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period
Saturday, October 14, 2023
How to avoid Medicare Open Enrollment scams
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Saturday, September 9, 2023
Medicare covers opioid treatment services
Monday, July 17, 2023
Planning for Medicare - Countdown to 65 -> seminar at Senior Center July 19 at 5:30 PM
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Planning for Medicare |
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Saturday, June 10, 2023
Medicare Fraud Prevention Week
"Did you know that Medicare fraud costs Americans an estimated $60 billion per year? It also affects Medicare beneficiaries in terms of time, stress, and health.Learn how to protect yourself and others against these scams. Join Social Security and the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) for Medicare Fraud Prevention Week from June 5-11, 2023. You can remember the start date as “6-5,” as most people become eligible for Medicare when they turn 65 years old."
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Take this action to protect your bones
Don't wait for a bone break — get tested for osteoporosis. |
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Take this action to protect your bones |
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Medicare for You: What You Need to Know (Part 2)
"Did you know you can save money on Medicare costs this year? The Inflation Reduction Act which President Biden signed into law in August 2022, will help you save money on Medicare prescription drug costs and recommended adult vaccines starting in 2023.Let’s explore a few of the ways that this new law will lower your Medicare prescription drug costs."
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Medicare for You: What You Need to Know (Part 2) |
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Medicare for You: What You Need to Know
"We invited the Administrator to share helpful information on Medicare coverage. This is part 1 in the two-part series.Your health is important and needs to be protected. If you are 65 or older, or have certain disabilities, or End-Stage Renal Disease, you can get health care coverage through the Medicare program. You’ll get access to health care services you need to achieve and maintain good health.It’s important to review your Medicare coverage options and find an affordable option that meets your health care needs."
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Medicare for You: What You Need to Know |
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Find out if you or someone you know qualifies for discounted internet service
Eligible households can get discounted high-speed internet service. |
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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Medicare.gov: "We saved money on our premium. Comparing plans pays."
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Friday, September 16, 2022
Medicare covers opioid addiction treatment services
Medicare covers treatment services that can help people recover from opioid use disorder. |
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Friday, August 5, 2022
Are you up to date on your vaccinations, including COVID-19 boosters?
Catch up on vaccines to protect yourself against serious illness. |
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Sunday, July 10, 2022
Talk with your family about getting the little ones vaccinated against COVID-19
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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Get over the counter COVID-19 tests at no cost
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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Medicare.gov: 3 things you can do to protect yourself from Omicron (vax, boost, mask!)
Help stop the Omicron COVID-19 variant by using all the tools to protect yourself and others. |
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