Event shares basics of Medicare and long-term care planning
A free event to help people understand Medicare and the importance of long-term care planning will be held from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, June 22 at the Sycamore Senior Center, 4455 Carver Woods Drive, Blue Ash.
Welcome to Medicare is hosted by the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP), a division of the Ohio Department of Insurance. OSHIIP presents these free events in locations around the state each year for Ohioans who are new to Medicare.
Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio will also be there with an Own Your Future presentation and information table. Own Your Future explains how planning ahead can dramatically affect quality of life as you age. Educating yourself, clarifying your wishes, understanding your options -- going to this effort before a crisis hits is a gift to the ones you love, and it's peace of mind for you. A free planning kit and CD will be available.
The event will have:
- Unbiased information from experts
- The latest on benefits, supplemental insurance, Medicare Advantage plans, prescription drug coverage, and important deadlines for certain new benefits.
- Tools to get you started on planning for future long-term care needs
No registration is required but seating is limited.
About Council on Aging
Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio (COA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults and their families.
Since 1974, COA has been designated by the state of Ohio as the Area Agency on Aging for Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton and Warren counties. COA plans, coordinates, funds and administers programs for an area that is home to more than 252,000 adults age 60 and older.
COA promotes choice, independence, dignity and well-being of older adults through a range of services that help them remain in their homes for as long as possible. One call to COA links people to the wide variety of agencies, information and programs that serve older adults.
For Answers on Aging:
Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio
175 Tri County Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45246
513-721-1025 Toll-free 1-800-252-0155
E-mail: info@help4seniors.org
Website: www.help4seniors.org
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