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July 2008
Elder Angle
Special-needs shelters
Hurricane preparation is the focus of Florida citizens from June to November. Each county has a plan for assisting residents with special needs during disasters, including special-needs shelters.To be eligible for a... Read More
June 2008
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Help Prevent Elder Abuse
Early in 2008, “The Power to Prevent Elder Abuse is in Your Hands” campaign was launched by the State of Florida. It’s designed to increase awareness of elder abuse among Floridians with the hope of... Read More
May 2008
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National Women’s Health Week
Contributed by the staff at Mid-Florida Agency on AgingIt’s that time of year again, the time to celebrate being a woman, and to celebrate this wonderful feeling you must participate in this year’s 9th... Read More
April 2008
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Programs Available to Assist Seniors
Good health is important to everyone. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can get stressful and expensive. If you can't afford to pay for medical care right now, Medicaid can make it possible for you to get the care... Read More
February 2008
Elder Angle
Do you know where to call for help?
Are you a Senior looking for resources to help you with your rent, utility bill, or prescription? Do you need help understanding Medicare or choosing a Medigap or Medicare HMO insurance policy? Are you a caregiver for... Read More
December 2007
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Give Something to the Community
December is the month of giving. We give gifts to family and friends during the holiday season, so why not give to your community. The Senior Corps is an excellent way to get involved in volunteerism and a... Read More
November 2007
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This Month, Support a Caregiver
November is National Family Caregiver Month and the theme is “Believe in Yourself, Protect Your Health, Reach Out for Help, and Speak Up for Your Rights.” National Family Caregiver Month is a time to... Read More
October 2007
Elder Angle
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment — What you Need to Know
The open enrollment period for Medicare beneficiaries to change their Medicare (Part D) drug plan is Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. Your existing plan may or may not be the best to meet your needs in 2008. Be sure to read... Read More
September 2007
Elder Angle
Preventing Financial Exploitation of Seniors
According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, more than five million Seniors are victims of financial abuse each year. Financial exploitation is the illegal or improper use of another person’s resources for... Read More
