Elder Options events for June 2023: Medicare Fraud Prevention, Elder Abuse Awareness and MUCH MORE...
Elder Options awarded a Community Catalyst Grant for Year 3 of Vaccine Equity and Access Program (see photo, top right).
Elder Options is the proud recipient of a Community Catalyst Grant for the third year in a row. We are one of 90 community-based organizations focused on growing vaccine confidence, access, and availability among communities of color. We are so proud of our many Ambassadors that help make our program a success!
IMPORTANT DATES AND OBSERVANCES FOR JUNE 2023
June 2023 is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
Have a loved one experiencing dementia? You are not alone. Elder Options has a variety of support programs, from Savvy Caregiver Classes to personalized care plans to support you. Visit our page to learn more: agingresources.org/services/caregiver-training-and-support.
June 2023 is Pride Month
Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate and appreciate our community's LGBTQ+ members. All older adults, regardless of the challenges they have faced, deserve dignity and respect.
June 5-11, 2023 - Medicare Fraud Prevention Week
Medicare Fraud Prevention: Don't Be a Victim of Fraud
Questions? Email shine@agingresources.org
Medicare Fraud Prevention Week starts on June 5, or 6/5, because most people become eligible for Medicare when they turn 65. Medicare Fraud Prevention Week is hosted by the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) and Serving Health Insurance Needs of Seniors (SHINE).
Medicare Fraud Prevention Week Activities:
June 5, 11:00 a.m. - Online Kick Off Event, presented by the State of Florida
Watch on Facebook Live at www.facebook.com/Elder.Options.AAA or register now for your spot on Zoom at loom.ly/Oy9vsKM.
June 7, 11:00 a.m.- Lifestyle Enrichment Center in Lake City, Florida
Located at SE Baya Dr, Lake City, FL 32025; phone: (386) 755-0235. Open to the public, no registration required.
June 8,11:00 a.m. - The Village at Gainesville in Gainesville, Florida
Located at 8000 NW 27 Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606; phone: (352) 373-4032. Call to register at (352) 322-2185.
June 9, 10:30 a.m. - Edgar Johnson Center in Palatka, Florida
Located at 1215 Westover Dr., Palatka, FL 32177; phone: (386) 329-0469. Call to register at (386) 329-0469.
June 22, 10:30 a.m. - Cone Park Library in Gainesville, Florida
Located in Fred Cone Park at 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641; phone: (352) 334-0720. No registration required.
June 13, 10:00-11:15 a.m. ONLINE - Elder Abuse Neglect and Exploitation Training
Are you a Professional or Direct Service Provider who works directly with the senior population? This training may be for you! Our Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Training is provided virtually every month, on the second Tuesday from 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Certificates are provided. Register for one of our monthly trainings here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvcuqorT8oGtIT7zQFNmPyxqbOnzM9GfTC#/registration. We look forward to seeing you!
June 15, 2023 (and June 29, 2023) - World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This day creates an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect.
Join us and our community partners on the 15th by wearing purple and attending one of our many events:
June 15, 2023 - 9:00 a.m.
Join us at One Health Center, a medical clinic located at SW 17th Ave. in Ocala, Florida 34471 for coffee, donuts, and conversation as we discuss this years theme, "Seniors deserve our respect and our attention." RSVP by June 12 to 352-620-3501. Space is limited. Marion Senior Services and Elder Options will be joining Area Agencies on Aging throughout the State of Florida to host the Virtual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event. Join us to hear from Adult Protective Services, AARP, Banking professionals, and SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders). If you have questions, email elderabuse@agingresources.org. Speakers will include: Leslie Andrews, Elder Abuse Project Coordinator from Elder Options; Marion County (Florida) Sheriff Billy Woods from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office; Racheal Franklin, Victim Services Director from the State Attorney’s Office, Fifth Judicial Circuit; and Monica Bryant, Prevention Coordinator, Family Violence Prevention from Children’s Alliance
June 15, 2023 - 10:00 a.m.
State-wide Virtual Program, Elder Abuse: it's More Than Scams Join us on Facebook live to hear from Adult Protective Services, AARP, Banking and Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) Professionals. Register to attend the zoom event here: https://bit.ly/441N6qn.
June 29, 2023 - 9:00 a.m.
Join us for at the Alachua County Senior Recreation Center - located in Northside Park at 5701 NW 34th Blvd. in Gainesville, Florida 32653; phone (352) 265-9040 - for coffee and to hear from the State Attorney’s Office, Banking Professionals, Senior Medicare Patrol, and Law Enforcement. You can meet and interact with exhibitors and there will be a chance to win prizes! RSVP by June 23 to Leslie Andrews at andrewsl@agingresources.org or (352) 674-3457. Space is limited.
June 19, 2023 - Juneteenth - Elder Options Gainesville, Florida Office Closed
SHINE MEDICARE MONTHLY CLASSES
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and your local Area Agency on Aging. Learn more at FloridaShine.org. If you have questions, email shine@agingresources.org or call (352) 692-5209. For additional assistance, call your local Elder Helpline at 1-800-262-2243 or visit www.agingresources.org. To become a SHINE Volunteer, visit www.floridashine.org.
SHINE Virtual Medicare classes
Presented live and online on ZOOM by SHINE for anyone interested in learning more about Medicare, Medicare Financial Assistance, and the latest in Scams! You can join via computer or by phone! Register 24-hours in advance for the classes listed below:
Medicare Basics - Monday, June 12, 2023, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Register in advance for this meeting here: https://agingresources-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdOqvrjkoHNA-Cj-V28YUIgmP_jiipDHl.
Medicare Part C - Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Register in advance for this meeting here: https://agingresources-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrf-2rpzwsHdedhUBL-1xXtwk4s256UCY8.
Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage June 14, 2023 Wednesday 12:00 PM -1:00 PM
Register in advance for this meeting here: https://agingresources-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqc-ypqDMpGdD1BlsRb9ag2KRsVej3Qi4P.
Long Term Care Planning June 22, 2023 Thursday 10:00 AM -11:30AM
Register in advance for this meeting here: https://agingresourcesorg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvcO2qqTgvHtL1T0Q6j8vbATQ_qqKEyavN.
Active Daily Living - New on AgingResources.org
We've added a new resource to our website. The Active Daily Living page offers FREE personalized resources for seniors and caregivers. The page provides advice to enhance health, promote independence, and share tips for aging in place. You can find it here: agingresources.dailylivingadvice.com.
Medicaid Redetermination
Visit the website at https://www.myflorida.com/accessflorida or call 850-300-4323 (Florida Relay 711 or TTY: 1-800-955-8771).
IMPORTANT DATES AND OBSERVANCES FOR JULY 2023
July 4, 2023 - Independence Day - Elder Options Gainesville, Florida Office Closed
CONTACT ELDER OPTIONS
ONLINE: https://agingresources.org/
PHONE: 1-800-262-2243
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: Elder Options, 100 SW 75th Street, Suite 301, Gainesville, FL 32607