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It's That Time Again . . .
The time to reassess your Medicare Part D prescription drug plan is just around the corner. One can join, switch or drop their Part D plan from October 15th - December 7th. Any change goes into effect January 1, 2012. HICAP can provide a FREE Part D reassessment! Make sure your plan is the least expensive option next year. Simply complete the Prescription Drug Plan Finder form & return it to our office for processing. We will postal mail the results, including estimated annual costs after October 15th.
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Spirals Opens THIS Month!
Spirals Consignment and Benefit Shop opens later this month in downtown Pacific Grove at 570 Lighthouse Avenue. We are seeking donation and consignment items of gently worn clothing, furniture and household items. To learn more, please call
Spirals 831-646-1459 or email to spirals@allianceonaging.org.
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Advocacy at AOA
AoA Advocates are closely following the major issues facing elders in our community. These include issues of poverty and abuse, as well as funding of programs and services. For a in-depth look at the state of aging in Monterey County, read this week's Monterey County Weekly article, "The Deepest Cuts".
And, to learn more about the state's plans for transitioning adult day health care programs, as noted in the above article click here.
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Medicare Basics for Boomers
This three session class provides Boomers with essential information and answers to plan for changes that are just around the corner. Topics that will be covered include: Medicare, Social Security, Long Term Care and what to do when you're at a retirement age but still working.
click here for details
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HAPD's New Website
The Housing Alliance for People with Disabilities (HAPD) serves people with disabilities and age-related impairments with housing resources, assistive technology, government agencies links, advocacy and policy, local home modification programs and emergency preparedness.
Visit their new, accessible website at www.hapd-ca.org and let them know if it works for you!
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AOA Annual Support Campaign: Supporting the Emotional Needs of Seniors.
We kick off this year's Campaign with the lofty goal of $100,000.00. Our program focus this year is the Senior Peer Counseling Program whose staff and volunteers provide confidential, emotional support, individual counseling, support groups and wellness lectures for senior adults across the county, at no cost to the client.
When you read our case statement, we hope you'll open your heart and give generously.
For more information please contact Michelle Noseworthy at 831-655-4243.
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