“Planning for MEDICARE, Countdown To 65”

The following provided by Roberta Lynch, Director, Medfield Council on Aging.

Planning for MEDICARE, Countdown to 65...

On Wednesday, March 20th at 6:30pm, the Medfield Council on Aging will host a presentation on “Planning for Medicare – Countdown To 65” for those approaching Medicare eligibility.

As people approach the age of 65 they are faced with a number of life decisions to consider as they may prepare for retirement or senior living. One issue that can be a challenge to understand is the advent of Medicare as a health care choice. The Medfield Council on Aging is please to host a seminar titled “Planning for Medicare – Countdown to 65.”

Susan Flanagan, a representative with Blue Cross and Blue Shield, will be presenting information
that should be valuable to those entering the phase of life where it is important to understand
health insurance options outside of employer-sponsored coverage, whether they are planning to
retire or continuing to work. As we get older, many questions arise regarding health care
coverage. It is important to be informed as we approach the process of selecting health care
plans and even negotiating favorable premium rates. The “Planning for Medicare – Countdown
to 65” seminar allows attendees to gain confidence in making informed decisions about individual health coverage options.

Topics covered in the seminar will include:
~ An explanation of Medicare Parts A, B and C
~ Medicare enrollment timeline
~ Medigap plans that help supplement Medicare coverage
~ Medicare Advantage plans, such as HMOs and PPOs
~ Medicare Part D prescription drug plans
~ Plans and programs available to early retirees, such as COBRA

Please join us at the Center at Medfield on Wed. March 20 at 6:30 pm for this important,
informative presentation. Call the Center at 508-359-3665 to register in advance.