The Wall Street Journal has released it’s list of 2018 best books on aging well. Holiday reading anyone?
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-best-books-of-2018-on-aging-well-1542650717
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Volunteer Ombudsman Recruitment – We Need You!
Lear more about Long Term Care Ombudsman with this video from our colleagues in Texas.
http://ltcombudsman.org/news/article/volunteer-ombudsman-recruitment-video-from-dallas-texas
Equitable Relief Extended to Help Beneficiaries
CMS has extended equitable relief through September 30, 2019 and modified the eligibility criteria to make the relief available to certain individuals who were dually enrolled in both Medicare Part A and coverage through the Health Insurance Exchange. Individuals who meet the eligibility criteria can request the relief at any time through Social Security.
Some beneficiaries did not disenroll from the Exchange upon turning age 65 or they were advised incorrectly. When they attempt to enroll in Part B, there are penalties. This relief gives them an SEP to enroll correctly at any time without penalty.
State to Revoke Licenses of Care Homes Understaffed during the 2017 Fires
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/news/8713388-181/state-staff-abandoned-residents-of
Largest Elder Fraud Sweep of over 250 Defendants
A rare and notable act holding criminals accountable for scams: “The Justice Department and its partners are taking unprecedented, coordinated action to protect elderly Americans from financial threats, both foreign and domestic,” said Attorney General Sessions. “Today’s actions send a clear message: we will hold perpetrators of elder fraud schemes accountable wherever they are.
https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-coordinates-nationwide-elder-fraud-sweep-more-250-defendants
Santa Rosa – Senior Day Sonoma County Fair
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August 10, 2018 – August 10, 2018
1350 Bennett Valley Rd.
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Seniors 60+ receive free General Admission to the Fair every FRIDAY.
Join Senior Advocacy Services on Aug.10 Be sure and stop by the HICAP table and say hi!
Sound the ALARM with these scams
Which of these scams do you know about and who do you need to share these details with so they’re protected?
Your new Medicare card
Fraudulant AARP letter
A client who has a general membership with AARP but is not affiliated with any AARP benefit plans received this letter seeking personal information. AARP is not aware of other letters like this and is conducting an investigation. If you or someone you know receives this letter, please let Senior Medicare Patrol-SMP or AARP know as they look into this matter. Be wary when asked to share personal information!
Free cardiovascular disease screening
