Page 8 - Senior Times South Central Michigan October 2023 - 30-10

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Senior Times - October 2023 From the STATE HOUSE
State Rep. Jim Haadsma, District 44
MEDICARE & SOCIAL SECURITY
My goal is to inform you about what’s going on in state government and hopefully improve how the state government works for you. While Medicare and Social Security are fed- eral programs, they’re a lifeline for many seniors and this month’s Senior Times’ focus.
Open enrollment for Medicare starts October 15. I recommend tak- ing a look at your plans. Switching Part D policies can save seniors up
to $1,000 a year in some cases with lower premiums and lower copays. Drug plans change the drugs they cover and the level at which they cover them every year. There is little chance that keeping the same Part D plan year after year is a good idea.
• Medicare will soon negotiate lower prescription drug prices. This should provide some needed breathing room in your budget if you take
The federal government recent-
ly made some positive changes to Medicare’s prescription drug pro- gram:
• Insulin for seniors is now capped at
Finally, for those of you consid- ering taking Social Security benefits soon, there is a precise month and year that claimants should start taking benefits based on their life expec- tancy, income, and other factors. Choosing the exact month to start benefits can significantly increase your lifetime benefits. You worked hard for these earned benefits – be sure to make the most of them.
$35 a month.
• Starting next year, more low-in-
It’s important to stay involved and updated on what's happening. To keep up to date, you can visit my website at RepHaadsma.com or follow me
on Facebook @HouseJimH. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, then please reach out to me. You can email me at JimHaadsma@ house.mi.gov or call my office at (517) 373-2616. On the first Saturday of each month, I host open coffee hours at Mr. Don’s in Springfield from 9-11am and later in the day at Stirling Books and Brew in Albion from 1-2:30pm.
come seniors will qualify for “Extra Help.” This added Medicare benefit saves those who qualify significant money on prescriptions. Recent changes have expanded the eligibil- ity so more seniors will have lower prescription drug costs.
• Starting in 2025, if you spend over $2,000 for prescriptions and have a Part D plan, all costs above that will be $0.
one of the drugs selected. Some of the drugs up for negotiation include Eliquis, Jardiance, and Xarelto.
Helping Seniors Make the Right
Housing Choice
SENIOR HOUSING
GUIDE
= CITY ✚ = MED MANAGEMENT  = EMERGENCY CALL
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CALHOUN COUNTY MEDICAL CARE FACILITY
1150 East Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49014 (269) 962-5458
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CHERRY HILL MANOR
10 Clay St., Battle Creek, MI 49017 Melinda, (269) 965-0591
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EVERGREEN SENIOR CARE & REHAB CENTER
111 Evergreen Road, Battle Creek, MI 49037 Caleb Angus, (269) 969-6110
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KELLOGG MANOR
250 Champion St., Battle Creek, MI 49017 Melinda, (269) 965-0591
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HARVEST POINTE AT THORNAPPLE MANOR
2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, MI 49058 Lyn Briel, (269) 945-2407
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LAKEVIEW ASSISTED LIVING
14661 Helmer Road South, Battle Creek, MI 49015 Christi Losinski, (269) 969-8900
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LAURELS OF BEDFORD
270 Bedford Road North, Battle Creek, MI 49037 Leslie Gardner, (269) 968-2296
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LEGACY AT THE OAKS
706 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017 (269) 964-4655
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MAJESTIC OF BATTLE CREEK
200 East Roosevelt Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037 Jennifer Andrews, (269) 965-3327
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MAPLE LAWN MEDICAL CARE FACILITY
50 Sanderson Lane, Coldwater, MI 49036 Jayne Sabaitis, (517) 279-9587
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MEDILODGE OF MARSHALL
879 E. Michigan Avenue, Marshall, MI 49068 (269) 365-6366
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NUMBER OF UNITS INDEPENDENT LIVING ASSISTED LIVING SKILLED NURSING ALZHEIMER / DEMENTIA RESPITE CARE
ADULT DAY CARE PETS
RESIDENT PARKING TRANSPORTATION PRIVATE PAY NURSE ON DUTY REHAB
LONG TERM STAY SHORT TERM STAY MEDICATION DELIVERY LAUNDRY HOUSEKEEPING ACTIVITIES
100% MEALS
24 HOUR STAFFING LICENSED FACILITY SPECIFIC DIET PLANS