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SENIORS...VETERANS...MEDICARE CLIENTS...DON'T BE A VICTIM! The Better Business Bureau's Fraud Summit is a must attend. Concerned about Medicare Fraud? Our Agency is an event partner, and our SHIP Regional Coordinator James Roberson will provide tips on how to keep your Medicare benefits free from scams.  Partners in Fraud Prevention: AARP, local law enforcement, elected officials,…

SENIORS...VETERANS...MEDICARE CLIENTS...DON'T BE A VICTIM! The Better Business Bureau's Fraud Summit is a must attend. Concerned about Medicare Fraud? Our Agency is an event partner, and our SHIP Regional Coordinator James Roberson will provide tips on how to keep your Medicare benefits free from scams.  Partners in Fraud Prevention: AARP, local law enforcement, elected officials,…

Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment is the time period members can make changes to their existing plan or disenroll from their current plan and return to Original Medicare.  The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) trained counselors can assist you with Medicare questions.  Call 251-706-4680 for more information.

FREE TAX PREPARATION PROGRAM FOR BALDWIN AND ESCAMBIA COUNTIES The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program is geared toward modest income seniors 60+, veterans and their families, and the disabled and is particularly for seniors with questions about pensions and retirement-related issues. The tax program saved clients $448,000 in…

Matter of Balance Falls Prevention Classes are held each week for 8-week, 2 hour sessions.  Participants learn how to avoid falls and become more physically active. To RSVP, call or text Debbie at 804-514-7742.  Instructors: Debbie & Henry Leidheiser Click Here for More Information

Medicare can be complicated! Whether you are new to Medicare or a current user, trained Medicare specialists will be on hand to answer all of your questions.  Learn about the Medicare Savings Program (reduces premiums, deductibles and and co-insurance) and the LIS Extra Help program (reduces prescription drug costs).

Older relative caregivers need extra support.  Learn about community programs and resources, while being supported among a group of your peers.

Join us for our 3-day Institute!  Want to volunteer, but aren't sure how to engage? The Legacy Leadership Institute (LLI) targets retired professionals and baby boomers, and utilizes University of South Alabama faculty/visiting speakers. Learn about aging issues and impactful volunteering. And, connect to community and Area Agency on Aging volunteer opportunities to find your…

One of our most popular events! Enhance Your Skills to Care for Your Loved One.  Lunch provided and course agenda includes: Dementia Basics & Research; Benefits & Resources for Caregivers;  Bingocize; Prepare to Care series; Caregiver Led Peer Discussion; and Legal Tips for Caregivers.  Find support among a group of your peers and learn self…

Get valuable tips and resources for protecting yourself and loved ones from scammers and fraud criminals. Learn about top scams of 2023 and how to protect yourself: Government Imposters, Veteran Scams, Romance Scams & Identity Theft, Investment Fraud, Cryptocurrency & Pig Butchering, Medicare Scams.  Sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging, AARP of Alabama, the…

Drive through and shred you documents for free!  Two box limit. Hosted by AARP of Alabama, the Better Business Bureau and the AAA Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).

TWO DAY CLASS  March 7 and 14th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. both days. One of our most popular events! Enhance Your Skills to Care for Your Loved One.  Lunch provided and course agenda includes: Dementia Basics & Research; Benefits & Resources for Caregivers;  Bingocize; Prepare to Care series; Caregiver Led Peer Discussion; and…