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Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, Inc.
Serving Seniors in Western Montana
110 Main St. Suite 5, Polson, Mt 59860 883-7284 or 1-800-551-3191 - October 2014
www.westernmontanaagingservices.org
It’s That Time of Year Again!
That phrase means different things to different people. For instance, it could mean time to start
Christmas shopping, time to get the garden planted, time to send the kids back to school or time to
get out the snow shovel. To the Area VI Agency on Aging and those on Medicare it means the beginning of the annual open enrollment period to change your Part D plan or Medicare Advantage
plan.
October 15th through December 7th is the Open Enrollment Period for Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug coverage. You can:
Change from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan.
Change from a Medicare Advantage Plan back to Original Medicare.
Switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another Medicare Advantage Plan
Switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan that doesn’t offer drug coverage to a Medicare Advantage that offers drug coverage.
Join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.
Switch from one Medicare drug plan to another Medicare drug plan.
Drop your Medicare prescription drug coverage completely.
January 1st through February 14th is the Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period. You can:
leave your Medicare Advantage Plan and switch to Original Medicare.
If you switch to Original Medicare during this period you will have
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until February 14th to also join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan to
add drug coverage. Your coverage will begin the first day of the
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month after the plan gets your enrollment form.
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During the January 1st through February 14th Disenrollment Period
you cannot:
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Switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan.
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Switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another.
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Switch from one Medicare Prescription Drug Plan to another.
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Join, switch, or drop a Medicare Medical Savings Account Plan.
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be automatically re-enrolled in your existing plan for another year.
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The risk is that they may have made changes to their plan that could
have an adverse effect on you and you may not be able to change to
a better plan until the next year.
The Area VI Agency on Aging has 8 certified SHIP counselors to assist you with information and
comparisons when choosing your 2015 Part D plan or Medicare Advantage plan. Call to schedule
your appointment during the open enrollment period from October 15th through December 7th.
Please call 883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188.
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DONORS - March through August, 2014
Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, Inc. would like to applaud Walter and Louise Schock,
Gerald Zero, Stevia Whitaker, Ken Cameron and Ellery and Sally Steward for their generous contribuons to the Agency. All monies will be put toward connuing services to Seniors and the Disabled
in our area. Those who would like to make a donaon can send a check to our office at 110 Main St,
Suite 5, Polson. We thank you for your generosity and truly appreciate your community spirit.
Hello- My name is Samantha, I recently accepted the position of Aging & Disability Resource Center
Technician at the Area VI Agency on Aging .I live in Polson with my life partner Steven-and the love
of my life, my 10 pound Miniature Pinscher Amos Roscoe Walker. I remember vividly when I first
entered the great state of Montana-I thought I had just fallen into heaven; I have no intention to ever
leave this great state. My favorite hobbies are my yard work and finding old beat up furniture (my
rescue finds) and making them new again. I have two children, Brock, who lives in Honolulu, Hawaii and Caleb, who lives in Ft. Worth, Texas. I have one wish and that is to one day become a
Grandmother - I have been told not to count on it anytime soon. That’s alright I am a very patient
person! My mantra is ,“There is much to fear, but I am fearless”
Fraud against Older Adults:
Fraudulent telemarketers rob people every day, using phones as their weapons. These criminals target seniors because they are generally too polite to hang up. It’s a myth that older victims are isolated
or lonely—many are active people who are lured by great-sounding deals. Fraudulent telemarketers
aren't just pushy salespeople trying to make a living—they are hardened criminals out to take their
victims’ life savings. They're so good at what they do, they can even persuade people to mortgage
their homes to participate in their phony sweepstakes, investment offers, and other schemes. Sometimes they use scare tactics to sell products or services. In other cases, they impersonate well-known
companies or charities to trick seniors. To help older adults, their families, and caregivers understand
the threat of telemarketing fraud and learn how to fight back, Fraud.org has created an online information page entitled "They Can’t Hang Up". This information educates older consumers about the
telltale red flags of potential scams, and provides advice on preventing fraud and assists victims in
understanding their rights.
Big Sky RX and Extra Help
If you are on Medicare Part D and need financial assistance with your prescription drugs you
may be able to get help from the Montana Big Sky RX program and the Federal Extra Help program.
BIG SKY RX is a Montana program that helps pay the monthly premiums up to $30.00 for people on
a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Big Sky RX income guidelines are generous, and people
who typically do not qualify for other programs often meet the requirements to qualify for Big Sky RX.
ASSETS DO NOT COUNT TOWARD YOUR ELIGIBILITY. If you qualify for the Big Sky Program
you can enroll in Part D at any time. Anyway you look at it, Big Sky RX is a great deal for Medicare
Part D recipients.
The EXTRA HELP program pays premiums, deductibles and co-payments for people on Medicare Part D prescription drug plans who fall within the income and asset guidelines. YOUR HOME
AND ONE VEHICLE DO NOT COUNT AS ASSETS. These are two great programs that many people are missing out on because they assume they make too much money to qualify. Call our office at
1-800-551-3191 or 883-7284 and we will do a very quick assessment for you.
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Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, Inc.
Foster Grandparent Program
Maxine Garcia, Director
110 Main Street, Suite 5
Polson, Mt 59860
1-800-266-4188 or 406-883-7284
Fax 406-883-7363
[email protected]
Tax I.D. # 81-0345779
The Foster Grandparent Program has been busy this fall. Schools have started
and we have been placing new Foster Grandparents as quickly as I can get them
oriented. We currently have 5 new Foster Grandparents. We welcome Sharon Hill,
Tickie Davis, Nannette Martin, Linda Chesmore, and Betty Whitman. We still have
immediate openings for Foster Grandparent volunteers in Lake and Ravalli Counties.
With the start of the new school year, one of our Foster Grandparents working with
second graders told me that one little boy, Leif, said to her, “I didn’t like the first 2
days of school, but now I can be by you, so I like it now.” That is what this program
is all about, Foster Grandparents making connections with children, so they want to
be in school.
Our newest volunteer station is Montana Co-op/Kids Co-op. This is a mentoring
station working with older children. Kids learn many facets of a real life business
specializing in recycled and healthy food products and a wide range of services
benefitting the community. The hours are very flexible. If you know of someone
who would fit the bill, give us a call 883-7284, or call Jason Moore (406)285-1149.
The annual Foster Grandparent
Recognition Luncheon will be
Wednesday October 15, 2014, in
Polson. The theme will be “The
Magic of Foster Grandparenting”.
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“Largest Ever” IRS phone scam
This scam is not Medicare-related, however this widespread and sophisticated phone
scam has cost thousands of victims more than $1 million. Callers impersonate Internal Revenue Service representatives and demand immediate payments with pre-paid
debit cards and wire transfers. Callers use scripted tricks to convince the targeted
victims that they owe thousands of dollars and are in danger of imminent arrest if they
do not take immediate action. The scam originally targeted immigrants and threatened them with deportation, but has recently expanded to all taxpayers. The caller
will ask where the person was born and adjust their threats accordingly.
Callers will claim to be from the “Federal Investigation Department” and the IRS. The
real IRS contacts taxpayers first by mail or with personal visits, not by phone, so this
claim should immediately raise a red flag. As to the claim that the victim owes thousands of dollars in overdue taxes, again, the IRS would notify taxpayers of this by
mail or in person, not by phone.
The caller tells the victim he cannot use standard forms of payment, specifically a
credit card. The IRS has no such policy. The caller tries to justify why the money has
to be wired to a Paypal account through a prepaid debit card. Callers often also hide
their location by using Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) services. This conversation takes place over the internet and allows scammers to pretend they are calling locally or from an actual IRS assistance number: 1-800-829-1040.
Calls like this have been reported in Western Montana in recent months. A woman
from Polson was called several times on her cellphone and threatened with a lawsuit,
and told that the police were on their way to her house. A man in Rollins received a
similar call.
If you receive such a call, do not give them personal information or send money. If
you have actually lost money report it to the police. These fraud calls should be reported to the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-382-4357, and also to the Treasury
Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 1-800-366-4484.
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Fight for your Rights
As a caregiver you must be adept at dealing with insurance issues, especially in today’s complicated world of HMO’s, PPO’s and long term care policies. The language
alone is enough to send you packing. What happens if your insurer refuses to pay
part, or all, of your bills? It is not that uncommon.
What many people don’t realize is that they can appeal if their insurer says no and
people who know their rights have an outstanding chance of winning those appeals.
Let’s hope you never have to go through that. However, as they say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The following are a few suggestions on how to arm
yourself should the need to appeal a refusal of insurance payment arises.
1) Save everything! Don’t discard any insurance papers or any papers pertaining to
your treatment. Save receipts for all doctor’s visits and all prescriptions. Save copies
of referrals to specialists. When you are speaking with any employee at the insurance
company, write down their full names, positions, extensions, and whatever they tell
you to do. Keeping all of these things in a portfolio in some kind of order can only help
you organize.
2) Make sure your appeal is airtight. Writing a letter stating your position is your first
step. A letter is documentation--a phone call is not. Your letter should be detailed, yet
concise. Include important information like your claim number, group number and policy number. State the reason for coverage denial then describe your illness and treatment. Next, state why you believe that your insurers made the wrong decision and
then offer a solution. Close by saying what you would like your insurers to do. Your primary care physician and any specialists involved should write letters as well (provided
they are on your side).
3) Obtain your doctor’s full support. Your primary care physician will most likely be
anxious to stand by you through this ordeal. After all, they prescribed a drug or recommended a procedure that your insurer doesn’t want to pay for. In these cases, your
doctor’s support is vital to your appeal’s success.
So don’t take it lying down. You have certain rights as an insurance consumer. A very
small percentage of people ever appeal under these circumstances, but it should happen more. It is probably easier for the insurance company to just pay the claim rather
than fight it.
Adapted from Caregiver Magazine
Written by: Michael Plontz
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883-7284
291-4490
822-4800
363-1102
WWW. RSVP Montana.org
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman Notes
A History of Celebrating Residents’ Rights
One way to honor residents receiving long-term care is by celebrating Residents’
Rights Month 2014. This is an opportunity to show tribute to residents and support
long-term care Ombudsmen, citizen advocates, facility staff and family members who
work to promote and support residents’ rights. Setting aside a month to focus on
rights is an effective way to ensure this important topic is recognized in our communities, facilities and state.
Residents’ Rights Month is celebrated each October and is designated by the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care* (the “Consumer Voice”), to highlight
residents living in all long-term care settings. It is a time to reflect on the importance
of the Nursing Home Reform Law of 1987 that promises quality of life, quality of care
and rights for each resident. During this month, the Consumer Voice also gives special recognition to the work of thousands of individuals who collaborate daily to help
assure dignity, privacy and other basic human rights-often taken for granted in the
community-are maintained as an integral part of the lives of residents living in longterm care settings.
Residents’ Rights Month originated as Residents’ Rights Week in 1981 at a Consumer Voice annual meeting. Several nursing home residents in attendance from across
the United States decided it would be special for all residents if time were set aside to
celebrate residents and their rights, separate from annual National Nursing Home
Week events always held in May. The Consumer Voice organized a successful petition drive to persuade Congress to designate a “Residents’ Rights Day.” Senator
Claude Pepper (D-FL) and Senator David Pryor (D-AR) responded by introducing a
congressional Resolution for that purpose.
The Consumer Voice was also successful in making arrangements to take five nursing home residents to the White House to meet with President Carter’s Special counselor on Aging, Dr. Harold Sheppard.
Since 1981, The Consumer Voice has preserved the tradition of celebrating Residents’ Rights, and, in 2011, Residents’ Rights Week was expanded to Residents’
Rights Month. This expansion provides additional time for residents/facility staff, family members, community advocates and Ombudsmen to conduct educational programs and festive events to call attention to this important topic. This year’s theme
“Better Staffing: The Key to Better Care” was selected to call attention to staffing and
long-term care.
For more information on how to get involved in this year’s celebration of Residents’
Rights, contact the Ombudsman program at Western Montana Area VI Agency on
Aging at 883-7284. You will be given the name and contact information for the local
Ombudsman in your area.
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AFFORDABLE CARE ACT INFORMATION
The 2015 Open Enrollment period for insurance coverage through the Marketplace is November 15,
2014 to February 15, 2015. Coverage can start as soon as January 1, 2015. Once you have Marketplace coverage it is important to report life changes such as a change in income, moving or having a baby.
Visit LocalHelp.HealthCare.gov to find help in your area or call 1-800-318-2596 24/7 or 1-888-7061535 Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm. REMINDER: If you are on Medicare you are not affected by the Marketplace in any way.
TALKING WITH YOUR DOCTOR
When it comes to talking to your doctor about your health care it is easier said than done. Everyone
wants to be an active partner in making their healthcare decisions but many seniors are hesitant to
question their doctor. You have a right to ask questions and receive answers when you have concerns or do not understand what is happening.
Before you go to the doctor you should prepare for your appointment by making a prioritized list of
concerns and questions. Make a note about other health changes in your life that your doctor may
not be aware of. Be sure to take your insurance cards and a complete list of your prescriptions and
over-the counter medications, vitamins, supplements or eye drops that you take. Wear your glasses
and hearing aids. You may be more comfortable if you take your spouse or a friend with you as
“extra ears”.
When you are face-to-face with the doctor share information about your symptoms:
What are they
When did they start
How often do you have them
Are they constant or only sometimes
What makes them better or worse
How do they affect your daily life
A doctor-patient communication is a dialogue. You share your health concerns and he asks questions about your symptoms. You answer the questions and the doctor shares the diagnosis and
treatment. You ask questions and the doctor answers the questions.
You may have questions about any medical test the doctor recommends:
What will the test tell us
What does it involve
How should I get ready
Are there any dangers or side effects
You may also have questions about the diagnosis:
What may have caused this condition
How long will it last? Is it permanent
How is this condition treated or managed
How will it affect me
Questions about treatment options should include:
What are my treatment choices
What are the risks and benefits
Ask yourself which treatment is best for you based on your values and circumstances
You should repeat what the doctor tells you to make sure you understood correctly. “So I think what
you said is………….Did I get that right?”
Open communication with your doctor is crucial to creating a good doctor/patient relationship and
having confidence in the advice and care you will be receiving. Be an active partner in all your
healthcare situations. Don’t be afraid to Speak up.
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LINCOLN COUNTY RESOURCES
Western MT Area VI Agency on Aging, Inc., Duane Lutke, Director
110 Main St. Suite #5, Polson, MT 59860 - 800-551-3191 or 406-883-7284
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL
Certified Information and Assistance (I&A)Technician on aging issues, Counselor for the State
Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) for Medicare, and Medigap Insurance
Eureka-Bonny Peterson-SHIP/I&A
297-2188 or 1-800-551-3191
Libby-Sandy Romey-SHIP/I&A
293-8299 or 1-800-551-3191
LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN
Connie LaSalle -State Long Term Care Ombudsman
Office on Aging, Box 4210, Helena, MT 59604
Vanessa Fitchett– Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman
110 Main Street, Suite # 5, Polson, MT 59860
Julie White - Local Long Term Care Ombudsman
800-332-2272
800-551-3191 or 741-5400
741-3647 or 212-7071
MEDICAID CASE MANAGEMENT
Spectrum Medical, Inc., John Freemole, Director, 1825 Hwy 93 S, Suite F, Kalispell
752-0580
HEALTH SERVICES
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923
Center for Asbestos Related Diseases, 214 E 3rd St., Libby, MT 59923
Eureka Health Prompt Care– Eureka, MT 59917
Kootenai Volunteer Hospice. Libby
Libby Clinic, 211 E. 2nd St. Libby, MT 59923
North Country Medical Clinic– Eureka, MT 59917
NW Community Health Center, 320 East 2nd St, Libby, MT 59923
283-7300
293-9274
297-3145
295-2255
293-8711
297-2438
283-0900
HOME HEALTH HOSPICE
Home Options, Libby, MT 59923
283-7300
HOMEMAKER & PERSONAL CARE SERVICES
Addus Health Care, 415 W 9th St. Libby, MT 59923
A Plus Health Care-1310 Main, Kalispell, Mt 59901
Home Caregivers-PO Box 52, Eureka, MT 59917
Personal Touch Home Care, Kalispell
LEGAL SERVICES
Legal Service Referral- Lincoln County I & A - Sandy Romey
293-9651
755-4968
889-3372
1-800-344-5979 or 752-6565
800-551-3191or 293-8299
LINCOLN COUNTY SENIOR CITIZEN CENTERS
Libby Senior Citizens Center, 206 E. 2nd Street, Libby, MT 59923
Kootenai Senior Citizens, Inc., 304 3rd Street, Troy, MT 59935
Tobacco Valley Senior Citizens, Inc., 310 First Ave. E, PO Box 745, Eureka, MT 59917
293-7222
295-4140
297-2188
LINCOLN COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING
Ron Higgins, President, 206 E 2nd St, Libby, MT 59923
293-7781
MENTAL HEALTH/SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic, 711 California Ave, Libby
Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic, 66121 Hwy 37, Eureka
Western Montana Mental Health Center, Libby, MT 59923
293-7731
297-2822
293-8746
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NURSING HOMES
Libby Care Center, 308 E. Third, Libby, MT 59923
Mountain View Manor-Good Samaritan Center
10 Mountain View Dr., PO Box 327, Eureka, MT 59917
Northwest Community Health Center, Libby
283-6900
NUTRITIONAL MEAL LOCATIONS
(Call for Congregate Meal Times and Home Delivered Meals)
Kootenai Senior Citizens, Inc., 207 4th Street, Troy, MT 59935
Libby Senior Citizens Center, 206 E. 2nd Street, Libby, MT 59923
Tobacco Valley Senior Citizens, Inc., 310 First Ave. E, Eureka, MT 59917
295-4140
293-7222
297-2188
PERSONAL CARE HOMES
Carol’s Adult Foster Care Home– Carol Roberts, 404 Idaho Ave. Libby, MT 59923
Libby Lodge of Love, Hwy 2, Libby
St. Mary’s, 788 Tobacco Road, Eureka
293-6132
293-3334
889-5765
PUBLIC HEALTH
Lincoln Co, 66121 Hwy 37, Eureka, MT 59923
297-2023
SENIOR FOOD DISTRIBUTION (Food Pantries)
Eureka-205 Dewey Ave. (Wednesday 11:00-3:00 pm)
Libby-724 Louisiana Ave., (Tues & Fri 10:00-2:00 p.m)
Troy-Old Co. Library Building (Monday 1:00-2:30 pm)
296-2358
293-3332
295-5476
SENIOR CITIZEN & COMMUNITY SUBSIDIZED HOUSING
Golden Lions Manor-703 E Grant, Troy 59935
Green Meadow Manor-403 Idaho Ave., Libby, MT 59923
Libby Plaza I & II -905 Commerce Way, Libby, MT 59923
Treasure Manor-610 Treasure Ave., #33, Libby, MT 59923
COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM
Eureka—Tobacco Valley Senior Center
Libby—Rick Kesling
Troy—Ron Higgins
SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES
AARP Consumer Affairs Division (Complaints or questions)
Alzheimers Information & Referral-national number
American Cancer Society
CARD Clinic (Center for Asbestos Related Disease) 214 E 3rd St.
Citizen’s Advocate in Helena
Compulsive Gamblers National Information
Elder Abuse-Adult Protective Services - Rod Boyer
Human Resource Development Council-Fuel Assistance, Weatherization
Helpnet-Information & Crisis Referral
Insurance Commissioner, State of Montana
Medicare
MonTech-Technology related assistance program
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293-6285
296-2541
295-7507
293-5651
293-3345
293-8268
297-2188
283-2314
293-7781
444-9405
800-272-3900
800-422-6237
293-9274
800-332-2272
800-522-4700
293-3757
293-2712
800-332-8425
800-332-6148
800-633-4227
800-732-0323
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Montana Board of Housing 836 Front St. Helena, MT 59620
Montana Dept of Commerce, Reverse Annuity Mortgages (RAM)
Montana Legal Services Association, Missoula
Montana Veterans Affairs Division, Kalispell
NARCS Anonymous
Office of Public Assistance, PO Box 1570, Libby , MT 59923
Radio Reading Service-924 3rd St. W., Missoula 59801
Social Security Administration
Social Security-275 Corporate Dr., Kalispell, MT 59901
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Summitt Independent Living Center, Northwestern Montana
Summitt Independent Living Center, Flathead and Lincoln Counties
Veterans State Administration
Veterans- Fort Harrison, Helena, MT
Veterans Transportation Network for disabled veterans
Veteran’s Primary Care Services, Libby Clinic
VFW Loan Closet-Hospital Equipment
Victims Advocate, Lincoln County Offices
444-3040
800-761-6264
800-666-6899
755-3795
800-990-6262
293-3791
800-942-7323
800-772-1213
888-487-0150
800-551-3191
800-398-9002 or 728-1630
800-995-0029 or 257-0048
877-468-8387
442-6410
800-332-6625
293-8711
293-7316
283-2415
TRANSPORTATION
Lincoln County Transportation Service
Serving Eureka, Tobacco Valley, Libby and Troy
877-745-7433 or 293-8024
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Preventing Medicare Fraud (SMP)
800-551-3191 or 883-7284
(Preventing waste, fraud and abuse in health care)
Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) , Cheryl Weatherell, Dir
800-551-3191 or 883-7284
(Recruiting seniors over 55 to work with at-risk children)
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
800-551-3191 or 883-7284
(Assists people over 60 with Medicare, Insurance and billing forms)
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
800-551-3191 or 883-7284
MAKE A DONATION
Send your tax deductible donation to:
Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, Inc.110 Main St. Suite 5, Polson, Mt 59860
If you would like to make a donation on a regular basis let us know and we will send you a
reminder. You may also give a donation to Area VI Agency on Aging in the name of a
friend or loved one for any occasion. Call us at 883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188 if you need
further information.
Medicare Reminder - Flu Season
Medicare covers 100 percent of the cost of a flu shot once every flu season, with no Part B deductible required, if you go to a doctor or other health care provider who accepts assignment.
Vaccinations for flu and pneumonia are available through your doctor, Public Health Services
and at many pharmacies.
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Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, Inc.
110 Main Street, #5
Polson, MT 59860
Phone: 406-883-7284
1-800-551-3191
Fax:
406-883-7363
Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.westernmontanaagingservices.org
NONPROFIT
CORPORATION
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
POLSON, MONTANA
PERMIT #268
CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED
If you would like to make a tax deductible donation to help us continue providing services to seniors and those with disabilities please send it to:
Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main St. Suite 5, Polson, Montana 59860
If you would like to make a donation on a regular basis let us know and we will send you a reminder. You may also give a donation to Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging. Inc. in the
name of a friend or loved one for any occasion.
Call us at 883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188 if you need further information.
Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging
Aging Service Help line: 1-800-551-3191 or 406-883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188
Information & Assistance
Advance Directives, Attorney Referral, Caregiver Options, Estate Planning, Housing,
Home Maintenance, In-home Services, Long Term Care Planning, Nutritional Meals,
Retirement Issues, Reverse Mortgages, Options Counseling, Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Medicare/Supplemental Insurance, Commodity Supplemental Foods Program ,Transportation
Long Term Care Ombudsman Service
Ombudsmen help residents of nursing homes, transitional care units and
personal care facilities understand and exercise their rights to good care.
Volunteer Services
Preventing Medicare Fraud (SMP), State Health Insurance Program (SHIP),
Foster Grandparent Program (FGP), Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)