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When is Medicare Open Enrollment?
It is from Oct 15th through Dec 7th 2015
Every year, Medicare's open enrollment period is October 15th - December 7th. Medicare health and drug plans can change each year affecting cost, coverage, providers and pharmacy networks. From October 15th to December 7th is when all people with Medicare can change their Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage for the following year to better meet their needs
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Not Old Enough for Medicare and Need Insurance
Visit the Health Insurance Exchange
The yearly Open Enrollment Period is when people can enroll in a health insurance plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. This enrollment period is for people not on Medicare yet. For 2016 coverage, the Open Enrollment Period is November 1, 2015 - January 31, 2016. People may qualify for Special Enrollment Periods allowing them to enroll outside of Open Enrollment if they have certain life events, like getting married, having a baby, or losing other coverage.
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Medicare & Medicaid: keeping us healthy for 50 years
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law legislation that established the Medicare and Medicaid programs. For 50 years, these 2 programs have been protecting the health and well-being of millions of American families, saving lives, and improving the economic security of our nation.
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Scam Prevention for Seniors
Senior citizens are often a prime target for telemarketing scammers. Shield Healthcare has an article reviewing the key reasons why seniors are targets for scams.
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What is your Fitness Level?
Want to be more physically active? The key to being successful and safe is to build slowly from your current fitness level. Learn more with the Go4Life website developed by the National Institute on Aging at NIH.
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October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month
While the Internet gives us the freedom to be connected, informed, and involved with family and friends, it is also an environment that requires awareness and caution. Just as you use locks to keep criminals out of your home, you also need safeguards to secure your computer. Below are some resources to help you stay cyber safe.
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Stop.Think.Connect.Older American Resources - Click Here 
Source: US Dept of Homeland Security - Click Here

October is the Pink Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Use the resources below to learn more about the disease. Detection in the early stages is very important.
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Want to share something with the U.S. Government?
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What is SHIP?
SHIP is a free health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. 

SHIPs mission is to educate, advocate, counsel and empower people to make informed healthcare benefit decisions. SHIP is an independent program funded by Federal agencies and is not affiliated with the insurance industry.

SHIP Counseling is FREE of charge
State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) provide free help to Medicare beneficiaries who have questions or issues with their health insurance. You can call a counselor or attend a workshop/presentation in your area.
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Oct 15 - Dec 7, 2015
Medicare Open Enrollment Period
Every year, Medicare's open enrollment period is October 15th - December 7th. Medicare health and drug plans can change each year affecting cost, coverage, providers and pharmacy networks. For this reason, October 15th to December 7th is when all people with Medicare can change their Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage for the following year to better meet their needs. Learn More - Click Here

Oct 17, 2015
Denver Senior Law Day, Denver, CO
The Keynote Speaker for the Denver event is Laura Wayman. Laura, is known as the "Dementia Whisperer" and is an accomplished keynote speaker and world renown dementia expert, consultant, author, trainer and dedicated Gerontologist. Her presentation will grab your full attention with interesting stories, humor and relevant details about the complicated topic of dementia. The event offers a wide variety of workshops for seniors and their families.
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Oct 17, 2015
Houston Diabetes EXPO - Houston, TX
EXPO Houston is FREE and has everything you need for healthy living. Get the latest information on all types of diabetes, preventing type 2 diabetes and its serious complications as well as managing diabetes to help keep you and your family healthy.
Learn More - Click Here

Oct 23, 2015
Brain IDEAS Symposium - Denver, CO
Invisible Disabilities Association's Brain IDEAS Symposium on Oct 23rd fro 8AM to 5:30PM, will feature nine talks with expert-led panels on Brain Health, Brain Therapy, and Brain Disorders with the latest scientific discoveries in Mental Illness, Autism, Alzheimer's, Nutrition, Mental Training, Humor, Stroke, PTSD, and TBI. Enjoy continental breakfast and lunch, awards, and special guest performer Billy McLaughlin. Purchase tickets online.
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Nov 1 - Jan 31, 2015
Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance
The yearly Open Enrollment Period is when people can enroll in a health insurance plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Note that this is not the same as Open Enrollment for Medicare Insurance. For 2016 coverage, the Open Enrollment Period is November 1, 2015 - January 31, 2016. People may qualify for Special Enrollment Periods allowing them to enroll outside of Open Enrollment if they have certain life events, like getting married, having a baby, or losing other coverage.
Learn More - Click Here

Dec 4 - 6, 2015
Abilities Expo - Washington, D.C.
Abilities Expo is a resource where people with disabilities, their families, seniors, vets, caregivers and healthcare professionals gain knowledge and empowerment (and have a little fun!).
Website: Abilities.com

Ongoing Events

National Center for Creative Aging 
This is a Directory of Creative Aging Programs that features art programs serving older people and includes intergenerational activities in urban, suburban, and rural areas hosted in community centers, senior centers, assisted living, adult day care, arts institutions, and libraries.
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Death Cafe Events
With a Death Cafe, the idea is to get people from all backgrounds together over tea, coffee and delicious cake, to simply talk about death, a normal aspect of life that is generally feared by our culture.
Website: Death Cafe

Edible Communities
Edible Communities is striving to transform the way consumers shop for food, cook, eat and relate to locally grown food.
Website: Edible Communities

Natural Grocers Events Calendar
Natural Grocers sponsors a variety of events on making healthy food choices. Visit their website to learn more and find store locations and events.
Website: Natural Grocers

Walk with a Doc Events
Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle.
Website: Walk With A Doc

Training for Care Professionals and Family Caregivers
Medifecta offers DVDs, textbooks, work books and online content for both professional and family caregivers.
Website: Medifecta
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