Retiree benefits: If you have employer-based retiree health coverage, be sure you speak with the benefits manager because signing up for Medicare Advantage may void your coverage. How to Enroll Once you’ve selected a plan, you can enroll either on the www. medicare.gov website, over the phone at 1-800-MEDICARE, directly with your chosen plan, or through an insurance broker.
If you need some help choosing a plan, contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) at www.shiptacenter.org. Also see the HealthMetrix Research Cost Share Report at www. medicarenewswatch.com, which lists the best Advantage plans based on health status. Jim Miller is a regular contributor to the NBC Today show and author of The Savvy Senior Book. www.savvysenior.org
CCACS Offering Events for Medicare Assistance The APPRISE program of Cumberland County Aging & Community Services will offer both informational and enrollment events this fall during the Medicare open enrollment period. Informational events are for people who are new to Medicare or who want to learn more about the Medicare prescription drug benefit and how it works. These events help individuals prepare for upcoming open enrollment. At enrollment events, people with Medicare can receive direct assistance with plan comparisons and enrollment. These events are by appointment only; interested persons must call to schedule an appointment prior to the event. Enrollees should bring their Medicare card, other insurance cards (e.g., VA, PACE, ACCESS, etc.), and a complete list of medications and dosages. The APPRISE program offers free and impartial information and assistance with Medicare benefits, Medicare Advantage plans, Medigap policies, Medicare prescription benefits, long-term care insurance, and programs that can save money on healthcare expenses. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Trudy Kessler at (717) 240-6110 or tkessler@ccpa.net.
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Medicare Part D Informational Events Oct. 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Middlesex United Methodist Church 118 N. Middlesex Road, Carlisle
Nov. 2, 2017 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Spooky Nook Sports
FREE PARKING!
2913 Spooky Nook Rd., Manheim
Please, join us! This combined event is FREE for veterans of all ages, active military, and their families.
Oct. 5, noon to 1:30 p.m. Big Spring Senior Center 91 Doubling Gap Road, Newville Oct. 18, 2-3 p.m. One West Penn Senior Apartments 1 W. Penn St., Carlisle Medicare Part D Enrollment Events By appointment only. Oct. 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Big Spring Senior Center 91 Doubling Gap Road, Newville Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mechanicsburg Place 97 W. Portland St., Mechanicsburg Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mechanicsburg Place 97 W. Portland St., Mechanicsburg Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Big Spring Senior Center 91 Doubling Gap Road, Newville Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mechanicsburg Place 97 W. Portland St., Mechanicsburg Oct. 15 to Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cumberland County Aging & Community Services 1100 Claremont Road, Carlisle
At the Expo
Veterans Benefits Community Services Products and Services Available Support/Assistance Programs Education/Training Services
At the Job Fair
Employers Job Counseling Workshops/Seminars Resume Writing Assistance Principal Sponsor:
Sponsored by: AT&T • Blue Ridge Communications • Disabled American Veterans ESPN 92.5 / 92.7 • Fulton Financial Corporation • LCTV Pennsylvania American Legion • Pennsylvania National Guard Outreach Office Pennsylvania State Headquarters VFW • WFYL • WHTM abc27 • Worley & Obetz, Inc.
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