I’m sorry that my column didn’t appear in the paper last week. I wrote it from home on Sunday, and sent it, however it just sent a blank email. By the time I got back to work, on Tuesday, it was already too late, the articles had already been sent to the printers.
I got a call from Brad Talbutt from SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Advisors) which is a part of the Idaho Department of Insurance. They disseminate information to the senior population regarding insurance programs that deal with Medicare, MediGap insurance, and Medicare Advantage programs.
He told me that there are lots of changes this year both in the number of programs offered and the cost of the programs. The number of advantage programs is dropping especially in rural areas. And the cost is going up on the ones that are left.
Open enrollment starts on October 15th, and runs through December 7th. Brad will be here on Wednesday, October 29th. If you would like to schedule an appointment, call 1-(800) 247-4422.
This is a free, unbiased program, to help you make the best decisions for your healthcare.
We have resumed our Chair Yoga program, and it’s on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. There is no charge, all you need are comfortable clothes; we supply the chairs! Our BYOP group will meet on Thursday, October 25th at 2:30 p.m..
Our next Bingo game will be held on Thursday, October 2nd from 6 to 8:00 p.m. Time is flying!. It’s only 97 days until Christmas!
MENU: Wednesday, September 24th: Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed potatoes and Gravy, Corn, Coleslaw, Pears, dinner roll, and Peach cobbler. Friday, September 26th: Beef Barley Soup, Egg salad sandwiches, Salad, Pears and dessert. Wednesday, October 1st: Meatloaf, Baked Potato,Garden Salad, Mixed Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Peaches, and Orange Brownies.
