Can I change my Medicare Plan after Open Enrollment?

Even though Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment ended on 12/7/15 (that's the period in which you can change your Medicare Part D Drug Plan or Medicare Advantage Plan Part C) you may still have some options.  Read more.....

State certified SHINE counselors are trained regarding the enrollment rules that may apply to your personal situation and your personal coverage choices.  Call your local Senior Center to make an appointment with a SHINE counselor or call the Cape & Islands Regional SHINE office at 508/375-6762.

View the attached flyer for dates/times of the Spring 2016 semester Adult Learner Information Sessions that are held regularly at Cape Cod Community College.  These hour-long sessions are designed to help adults who are thinking about returning to college. 

Information sessions begin February 10th and run through June 15, 2016.  Register online or call 508/362-2131 ext. 4318.

The Center for Corporate and Professional Education at Cape Cod Community College provides high-quality, career-relevant, accessible training solutions to individuals, businesses and community organizations in our region to achieve and sustain economic prosperity.

Social Media Manager Certificate: Wednesdays 2/17-3/9, 1-4 PM, Hyannis Center, 540 Main St, Hyannis.  Cost $199

Advanced Social Media Certificate: Tuesdays 3/29-5/17, 1-4 PM, Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 41 Obery St., Plymouth.  Cost $234

Blogging for Pros: Tuesdays 3/29-4/12, 6-8 PM, Hyannis Center, 540 Main St., Hyannis.  Cost $129

Marketing Strategies: Tuesdays, 3/15-3/29, 9 AM - 12 PM, Hyannis Center, 540 Main St., Hyannis

To register for any of these programs call 508/375-5010.  View more program information.

The Cape Cod Wanderer Program is currently being developed by the Yarmouth Police Community Advisory Team (YPCAT) along with the Yarmouth Police Department and hopes to expand across the entire Cape.  The program requires an authorized family member to complete the registration form that provides vital information about an individual with potential to wander.  The information and current photo would be kept on file at the local police department and could be shared with other police departments if the resident is visiting outside their town.

The goal of the program is to provide a free program to residents funded by the Yarmouth Police Foundation who raises funds to help offset any costs associated with this program.

If you would like to learn more please contact Bruce Wilson at 508/694-7055 or wilson0712@comcast.net. Resident information form.

The Barnstable Senior Center is pleased to announce a new LGBT Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregiver Support Group to start in February.  This program is designed specifically to support LGBT people who are caregivers for someone with memory impairment.  This support group will provide an opportunity for LGBT caregivers to share in a safe and welcoming environment, and receive information and guidance regarding care planning strategies.

The group will meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 3-4:30 PM at the Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Rd., Hyannis.  Respite care is available for those in need.  To register, or for more information, please contact Donna Burns at donna-marie.Burns@town.barnstable.ma.us or 508/862-4753.