Thanks to the Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol), the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging has been made aware of a new scam related to COVID-19 being sent to vaccine recipients. You may receive a suspicious email asking you to complete a survey about your COVID-19 vaccination and offering a free reward in return for you “to cover shipping” by paying a small fee. Check out this flyer for more information.

As spring approaches, the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging is pleased to offer another round of Medicare Basics seminars. Karen Mayse, a certified Medicare Benefits counselor with more than 10 years of experience in explaining Medicare to Kansans, will provide more seminars in March.

When we think of February, one of the first things that comes to mind is Valentine’s Day hearts, but February is also Heart Health Awareness Month. The NC-FH AAA is pleased to have stroke survivor Tina King join us to talk about her experiences living post-stroke for February’s Caregiver Talk Show.

The North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging has received important information from KDADS in regards to the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Hotline:

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) has received reports of individuals being unable to access the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Hotline. KDADS is working diligently to resolve the issue, and advises Kansans to continue to report suspected cases of Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation in an adult care home, medical facility or home health agency to the hotline via fax or email while these issues are being resolved.

February is Heart Health Awareness Month, which is a perfect time to learn about how to navigate Medicare. Karen Mayse, a certified Medicare Benefits counselor with more than 10 years of experience in explaining Medicare to Kansans, will provide more seminars in February.

The COVID-19 pandemic has made us all adjust our shopping habits. Come hear North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging staff give you tips and tricks on how to save money as we begin the New Year. The

We are happy to announce more Medicare Basics seminars coming as we start the new year. Karen Mayse, a certified Medicare Benefits counselor with more than 10 years of experience in explaining Medicare to Kansans, will provide more seminars in the months of January and February.

King Wenceslas went out on December 26th to give alms and comfort to the poor.  Many of you are also living this carol by providing help to family and friends. “He who cheers another’s woe shall himself find cheering.”

We share our best wishes to all the families, friends and family care-givers who do so much to care for one another, as well as to all those front-line health care workers taking watch over this most difficult season.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG), and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are warning the public about several emerging fraud schemes related to COVID19 vaccines.

The NC-FH AAA Long Term Care Services Staff will provide COVID-friendly ideas and activities that you can use to connect with your older friends, relatives, and neighbors. You will also get the latest update on COVID in Kansas and in the NC-FH AAA region. The presentation

We are happy to announce more Medicare Basics seminars coming in the month of December. We will be taking a break at the end of the month to enjoy the winter holidays, but stay tuned for more seminars in January. Karen Mayse, a certified Medicare Benefits counselor with more than 10 years of experience in explaining Medicare to Kansans, will present six seminars in the month of December.

Managing stress during the holiday season is never easy, and the COVID-19 pandemic adds a whole other layer of uncertainty. The NC-FH AAA is pleased to have Amanda Cunningham join us to talk about depression and COVID considerations during the holiday season on Wednesday, November 19th at 2:00 pm - guests can join either online via Zoom or by telephone. You can register at www.ncfhaaa.com/seminars.

Area Agency on Aging Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) counselors are ready to help seniors and caregivers compare their Medicare insurance plan options and enroll for 2021 during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP). The enrollment period began Oct. 15th and goes until Dec. 7.

Open enrollment for Medicare is under way in November, so what better time to learn how to navigate the complexities of the health care system. Karen Mayse, a certified Medicare Benefits counselor with more than 10 years of experience in explaining Medicare to Kansans, will present six seminars in the month of November.

We are pleased to have Robbin Cole, Executive Director of Pawnee Mental Health Services, speak on “COVID-19 and your Mental Health” during our monthly Caregiver Talk Show, Wednesday, October 21st.

With Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment period coming on October 15th, it’s more important than ever to know what your options are and how to navigate the system. Karen Mayse, a certified Medicare Benefits counselor with more than 10 years of experience in explaining Medicare to Kansans, will present eight seminars in the month of October.

The next “Sunflower Seed Gathering”—a day of simulcasted seminars to provide practical, easy-to-understand information - will be held on Sept 29 for small groups in Junction City and Minneapolis. Remote attendance will also be available through Zoom for those who register. Featured experts will address such topics as Medicare, Durable Powers of Attorney and ways to best help people living with dementia and their caregivers. Registration is now open.