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Free help available for anyone over 60

Saturday, December 17, 2011

Free help available for anyone over 60

YOUNGSTOWN

Free help for those over 60 or who care for someone 60-plus will be discussed when Debbie Shurilla of Senior Independence speaks from 5 to 6 p.m. Jan. 11 at Pembrooke Place, 850 E. Midlothian Blvd.

Light refreshments are included. Call 330-788-3038 by Jan. 9 to register.

The following will be discussed:

Applications for utility assistance: HEAP, PIPP, AT&T Lifeline, utility disconnection assistance referrals.

Advance directives: education and form completion for living wills and durable power of attorney for health care.

Medical coverage review: medical coverage options, Medicare Part D and Advantage plans, prescription assistance programs.

Support groups: Alzheimer’s Association and Caregivers Support Groups.

Any other questions: regarding community resources.