|
|
April 2025
Spring, is it here yet? They say April Showers bring May flowers. Anything that brings flowers looks good to me today - FDS, Flowers.com, anything or anyone!!
Know anyone turning 65 or ready to stop working? Be sure to let them know about the Medicare 101 sessions offered by the Chester County Library system. We will have an in person session here on Monday, April 7th at 12:45pm. Sign up today! May class is scheduled for Monday May 5th at 7:00pm.
Medicare has recently removed the “Improvement Standard” in determining coverage for maintenance claims requiring skilled care. If you have been denied coverage for a rehab stay between Jan.18, 2011 and Jan. 23, 2014 you may request a re-review of that claim. Forms are available at www.cms.gov. Call me if you have any questions.
April 15th is coming soon. If you haven’t made arrangements to file your tax returns you need to, soon!! As always, if you have any questions, call and I’ll be glad to help you.
It is also time to get your Rent/Tax Rebate form completed. Checks are not mailed until July but the filing time is now. Call me for a list of documents for qualifying. If someone filed your form on a computer last year, they won’t mail you the booklet this year - saving tax dollars! Renters will need to get a Rent Certificate for their landlord to complete before going to their tax preparer. We have them available if you need one. If you are a home owner, you may qualify for the tax rebate as qualifying income amounts are $46,500. Renter qualifying income is $46,500 or less. Take advantage of these benefits to enhance your senior years. Call here for an appointment to have yours completed this year.
With the end of the Food Stamp (SNAP) extension, it is a good time to explore signing up for one or both of our Senior Food Box offerings. Page 15 lists the boxes that are available. Because of the increase in Social Security, income amounts have been adjusted for both boxes. If you qualify for the Federal SHARE Box, you’ll also qualify for the Chester County Senior Box. You must apply in person showing proof of your age and income, so call & make an appointment with me as soon as possible.
Have a great April, watch those puddles!!
Sally
Chester County Food Bank
Chester County Senior
Food Box Program (CCSFBP)
Is a county funded program that helps seniors gain access to nutritious foods so they can better improve their health.
If you or someone you know is at least 60 yrs. old and has low income, please register for the CCSFBP box that is available to qualifying seniors each month.
Each box may contain packaged fruit, non-perishable proteins, vegetables, carbyhydraes & dairy!!
Proof of age is required at sign up. There is no charge for this food. If you qualify then CCSFBP Box can be picked up the 1st Monday of every month between 1:00-3:00pm.
|
|
FREE FOOD FOR SENIORS
Commodity Supplemental Food Program
PA SENIOR FOOD BOX PROGRAM
What do you need to know to be eligible?
- If you are 60 years of age or older.
- If your total household income is below 150%.
- Household 1 person: Monthly income $1,957
- Household 2 people: Monthly income $2,644
What will you receive in the food box
- FRUITS & JUICES: 1 juice & 3 fruits or 1 juice, 2 fruits, 1 raisin
- VEGETABLES: 6-8 vegetables & dehydrated potatoes
- CHEESE: 2-pound block
- MILK: 2 UHT milk –32 oz each
- MEAT, POULTRY & FISH: 1 beef or 1 chili & 1 poultry or fish
- PLANT-BASED PROTEIN: 3 peanut butter, canned beans, dry beans, or lentils
- CEREALS: 2 dry, farina, rolled oats or grits
- PASTA & RICE: 2 pasta or white/brown rice
|
For more information and qualifications for both programs
contact
Sally Arter
(610) 932-5244
12 East Locust Street
Oxford, PA 19363 |
| |
WHAT IS INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE?
From time to time we all know we need information but have no idea how to find answers. |
|
|
REFER
WEB
The Chester County Department of Human Services is pleased
to introduce Refer Web, an Information and Referral web-based
application. Simply visit their website at www.chesco.org/human.
Once on the site, locate the Refer Web icon, click on it and
start searching. |
| |
WHO IS SALLY ARTER?
Sally is the Center's very own Information & Assistance Specialist. Her responsibilities included helping you find the answers to your questions. |
|
