Benefits Spotlight- Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 to December 7. If you need assistance reviewing your current Medicare plan or want to make changes to your coverage, please contact the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) who can connect you with a certified volunteer to assist you. 1-800-390-3330 or www.missouriship.org. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program…
BEC – Falls Prevention Awareness Day
Falls Prevention Awareness Day is September 22 (the first day of fall) to bring attention to the seriousness of falling and how to prevent falls, especially in the older adult population. Many programs and resources exist to help reduce falls. To find out more please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services…
Benefits Spotlight Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 8-6-25
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (Food Stamps) provides monthly funds (on an Electronic Benefits Transfer/ EBT card) to supplement food purchases for those who meet income eligibility requirements. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services Coordinator….
Home and Community-Based Services HCBS
Medicaid (MO HealthNet) may provide a variety of in-home services, known as Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) to those who meet income eligibility requirements (enrolled in Medicaid), have assessed needs, and are 63 years of age or older. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please…
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Benefits Education Center
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day takes place each year on June 15 to help educate people about abuse and neglect of older adults. Missouri’s Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline is available to report suspected abuse, bullying, neglect, and financial exploitation of older people. If you have concerns about an older adult call the hotline at…
MO HealthNet (Medicaid)
MO HealthNet (Medicaid) provides health insurance coverage to certain low-income individuals who meet income eligibility requirements. If you have Medicare, Medicaid may help cover costs that Medicare does not. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services…
Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)
Those who meet income eligibility requirements may be eligible for Medicare Savings Programs (MSP), which pays Medicare Part B premiums. Those who qualify are auto-enrolled in Extra Help (Part D subsidy). To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or…
Benefits Spotlight Medicare Savings Programs
Medicare Savings Programs/ (MSP) Those who meet income eligibility requirements may be eligible for Medicare Savings Programs (MSP), which pays Medicare Part B premiums. Those who qualify are auto-enrolled in Extra Help (Part D subsidy). To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead…
Benefits Spotlight Low Income Subsidy and Extra Help
Low-Income Subsidy (LIS)/Extra Help Did you know? For some older adults with lower incomes, Medicare Extra Help (or Low-Income Subsidy) can help pay for Medicare Part D out-of-pocket expenses like premiums, deductibles, and copays. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community…