Senior Scene: From the HCSCC
By
Suzanne Hopkins-
Food Festival Nov. 6
We’re having our first-ever Food Festival, hosted by US FoodService, on Friday, Nov. 6 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
The center will be closed for regular activities, and the entire main dining room will be transformed into a “convention center” for this special event. Admission is $2 and entitles you to sample all kinds of delicious dishes from a variety of food companies.
There will be everything from appetizers to desserts and beverages.
In addition, you will have an opportunity to vote for your favorite items for possible inclusion into our daily menus. This event is open to the public.
Medicare’s Part D Annual Open Enrollment is from
Nov. 15-Dec. 31
Each year Medicare Part D (prescription drug) plans change what they cost and what they cover.
The next general open enrollment starts on Nov. 15.
During this time, people with Medicare can add, drop or change their prescription drug coverage.
They can also select a health plan for their 2010 coverage. You’ll find helpful Medicare tools and information by visiting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Web site, www.cms.hhs.gov/center/openenrollment.asp.
Use the resources found there to compare the cost or benefits of Medicare health plans in your area. Get answers to your Medicare questions.
Learn how to lower health care costs and stay healthy. By working together for better health, CMS can reach those who are unaware, unsure, or unable to make their health plan decisions and apply for the extra help.
Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
Fast Facts for Ohio in 2010
46 Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) available:
• 87% of people with Medicare have prescription drug coverage (including 53% with Part D).
• 35% of people with Part D get Extra Help (also called the low-income subsidy, or LIS).
• 100% of people with Medicare have access to a MA plan for a $0 premium.
• 100% of people with Medicare have access to a MA plan with maximum out-of-pocket cost limit less than or equal to $3,400.
• 19 PDPs have $0 deductibles.
• $22.60 is the lowest monthly premium for a PDP.
• $57.70 is the lowest monthly premium for a PDP with any generic coverage in the Coverage Gap 5 PDPs have a premium of $0 for people who qualify for extra help.
• Plan costs and coverage change each year, so all people with Medicare should check to make sure their plan still meets their needs and budget. There may be a Medicare health or drug plan available with better coverage or a lower deductible in 2010.
Information about part D plans and help in signing up for a Part D plan or changing your existing plan is available by appointment at the Highland County Senior Center.
Call 393-4745 to schedule your appointment.[[In-content Ad]]
We’re having our first-ever Food Festival, hosted by US FoodService, on Friday, Nov. 6 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
The center will be closed for regular activities, and the entire main dining room will be transformed into a “convention center” for this special event. Admission is $2 and entitles you to sample all kinds of delicious dishes from a variety of food companies.
There will be everything from appetizers to desserts and beverages.
In addition, you will have an opportunity to vote for your favorite items for possible inclusion into our daily menus. This event is open to the public.
Medicare’s Part D Annual Open Enrollment is from
Nov. 15-Dec. 31
Each year Medicare Part D (prescription drug) plans change what they cost and what they cover.
The next general open enrollment starts on Nov. 15.
During this time, people with Medicare can add, drop or change their prescription drug coverage.
They can also select a health plan for their 2010 coverage. You’ll find helpful Medicare tools and information by visiting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Web site, www.cms.hhs.gov/center/openenrollment.asp.
Use the resources found there to compare the cost or benefits of Medicare health plans in your area. Get answers to your Medicare questions.
Learn how to lower health care costs and stay healthy. By working together for better health, CMS can reach those who are unaware, unsure, or unable to make their health plan decisions and apply for the extra help.
Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
Fast Facts for Ohio in 2010
46 Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) available:
• 87% of people with Medicare have prescription drug coverage (including 53% with Part D).
• 35% of people with Part D get Extra Help (also called the low-income subsidy, or LIS).
• 100% of people with Medicare have access to a MA plan for a $0 premium.
• 100% of people with Medicare have access to a MA plan with maximum out-of-pocket cost limit less than or equal to $3,400.
• 19 PDPs have $0 deductibles.
• $22.60 is the lowest monthly premium for a PDP.
• $57.70 is the lowest monthly premium for a PDP with any generic coverage in the Coverage Gap 5 PDPs have a premium of $0 for people who qualify for extra help.
• Plan costs and coverage change each year, so all people with Medicare should check to make sure their plan still meets their needs and budget. There may be a Medicare health or drug plan available with better coverage or a lower deductible in 2010.
Information about part D plans and help in signing up for a Part D plan or changing your existing plan is available by appointment at the Highland County Senior Center.
Call 393-4745 to schedule your appointment.[[In-content Ad]]