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Parkinson’s Education Event To Be Nov. 2 In Jamestown

The Parkinson’s Foundation will host a community event Nov. 2 at the Hampton Inn and Suites, 4, W. Oak Hill Road, Jamestown. There is no charge to participate and you can register for a spot at Parkinson.org/Jamestown or call Nancy at (585) 743-1266 The program will review early signs, ...

Is Medicare Part B Price Really Dropping?

Question: I heard the Medicare Part B rate is going down, is this true? Answer; I am so pleased you asked this question. The quick answer to this question is YES that is correct. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has just announced the 2023 rates. This is the earliest they ...

How To Handle Drug Plan Being Discontinued

Question: I got notification that my Prescription Drug Plan coverage will no longer be offered in 2023. What should I do? Answer: This year there has been very little change in the number of stand-alone Prescription Drug Plans (PDP’s) offered in New York state. In 2022 and 2023 we have 19 ...

Get Connected With Affordable Connectivity Program

There is a program out for a few months that everyone should know about. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) replaced the Emergency Broadband benefit program at the end of 2021. This connectivity services connection program is available to help people get internet services. Families can ...

Tips On How To Make Friends After Turning 50

The early years of midlife are a hectic time for many people. Around the time many people reach their late 30s and early 40s, they’re balancing the responsibilities of a career and a family. But as people enter their 50s, some of those responsibilities tend to be less significant, leaving ...

Get Ready For Medicare Enrollment

The Medicare Fall Open Enrollment 2023 season is here and that means your mailbox gets bombarded with advertisements. Every time you turn on the television you hear another commercial about Medicare plans. It is by far the most confusing time of year for most Medicare beneficiaries: October ...