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MaySpring has really blossomed into a beautiful thing. Flowers grace our lawns and the flowering trees are beautiful. I love the fresh colors of spring. Now is the time for a fresh start, time to get rid of the depressive winter blues. Some of you will be able to start planting flowers and vegetables. Be careful not to overdo, start gradually. SilverSneakers classes can do a lot to loosen your joints and prepare for spring and summer activities. You might even want to try Zumba Classes or Gentle Stretching!! Any activity does much to improve mental and physical well being. GET INVOLVED!! I understand some of these classes are available on-line. (see page 14) TAX/RENT Rebates have been extended with a Dec. 31st. deadline. Call for an appointment to get these filed. Chester County Food Bank in Exton, is supplying us with Senior Food Boxes. They are delivered to the Oxford Senior Center on the first Monday of each month. If you are at least 60, live in Chester County and fall within the income guidelines, you may qualify for the monthly box. Income is based on household income, not individual. Husband & wife may each receive a box if their combined income qualifies. Boxes contain vegetables, canned meat, pasta, milk, cereal, fruit, and non-fat protein. Great way to nutritionally supplement your food supply. See page 15 for more food information. I recently returned from a Pace plus training event. Some things have changed but, for the most part, Pace/Pacenet is the best kept secret in PA. Recent increases in income apply. If you are single, with yearly 2022 income below $33,500 you qualify for one of the programs. Married combined income must be below $41,500, even if only one is applying. If you’ve never applied, you can apply on-line or by calling them at (717) 651-3600 or (800) 225-7223. This plan is restricted to PA residents and for use in PA pharmacies only. (Can’t use while snow birding in Florida!!) Get the word out—Pace plus is credible coverage for Medicare Part D. Call if you have any questions. Enjoy the month of May with all it’s beauty. Summer is coming and with it comes the Farmers Market Food Vouchers. As soon as we have the information on the program we will announce this years procedure. Have a great May!! Sally JuneSpring! It’s that time of year. Be sure to use sunscreen when outside for long periods of time, as well as drinking plenty of water. Just learned that one of the causes of depression is dehydration. Preventive action is far better than treating sunburn and dehydration after the fact!! If you are outside for short periods of time, do let the sun reach your skin without sunscreen so it can absorb plenty of vitamin D!! We live in an area where it’s difficult to get enough vitamin D naturally. If you or someone you know is turning 65 in the next several months, now is the time to start planning your Medicare coverage. Even if you plan to work for a while, some company plans will not cover you if you’re eligible for Medicare. Medicare eligibility is age 65, no matter when you begin drawing Social Security. You will automatically receive your Medicare card before your 65th birthday only if you are currently receiving Social Security benefits, you just need to decide how you need to be covered. Clarification of your coverage with you or your spouse’s employer is the first step in the process. I’ll be glad to answer any of your questions concerning this - just don’t wait too long, there are periods of guaranteed coverage and eligibility. Don’t miss yours! We are always open to talk with those ready to begin Medicare. If you, or someone you know is turning 65 or getting ready to retire, be sure to make an appointment to talk about all the choices necessary to be made. Missing the timetable for making these decisions can be costly! In person Medicare 101 classes are scheduled here on Monday June 12th at 12:45pm and Wednesday July 12th at 7:00pm. Medicare 101 classes will also continue to be available through Zoom. For info go to: Chester County Library Events Calendar at ccls.org then click on Events. Search for “Medicare”. They will have dates and locations listed there. Farmer’s Market vouchers are available this year Click here for information on the program and here for the application. We will not have them here at the Center. Have a great June. Get out and enjoy the sunshine!
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