November Newsletter

AgeLinc, Your Link to Aging Well

Medicare Open Enrollment is Here!!

Hi Scott!

Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15th - December 7th, 2022. AgeLinc has begun scheduling appointments. Appointments can be provided in person or remotely. For more information on appointment options, please call 217-787-9234 or drop by our office at 2731 S. MacArthur Blvd, Springfield starting October 1st.

In addition to our location at 2731 S. MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, Medicare Open Enrollment is available at these Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) locations:

CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation – Christian, Morgan

Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation – Greene, Jersey, Macoupin

Menard County Board – Menard

Montgomery County Health Department – Christian, Montgomery, Macoupin

Prairie Council on Aging – Cass, Greene, Jersey, Morgan, Scott

Senior Citizens of Logan County – Logan

Springfield Center for Independent Living – Christian, Logan, Menard, Montgomery, Sangamon

Senior Services of Central Illinois – Logan, Mason, Menard, Sangamon

November 8th, 2022-Evening Community Education Program

Translating Vision Into Audio.

Presented by: Angela Bank, MindEye Radio

MindsEye’s mission is to build a more inclusive community by translating vision into audio for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. We are committed to innovating accessible services to meet the evolving needs of our community through our Broadcast Information, Audio Description, and BeepBall programs.

This is an in person and online event and registration is required. Community Education Programs are the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm.

Call 217-787-9234 to register.

Calling All Caregivers!

Every Third Wednesday of the month at noon, we host a monthly Lunch & Learn open to all past, present and future caregivers. November 16th:

This month's Lunch and Learn is presented by: Edwards Group LLC, Sandy Eisenmann

Topic: Estate Planning : POA'S, Wills and Trusts

Edwards Group, LLC is an estate planning and elder care law firm. They guide families through their legal, financial, and care options as they navigate the journey of aging.

This presentation will cover an introduction to basic estate planning and the legal documents involved. By the end of the session, attendees should have an understanding of the differences between, and when one might need, essential estate planning tools: Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Last Will & Testament.

Call 217-787-9234 to register or visit www.agelinc.org

Why We Do What We Do:

A story from Illinois Economic Development Corporation

I just wanted to share a neat story with you all.

I was informed yesterday, by our cook in the Benld Senior Center, that one of our volunteer meal deliverers, when delivering a meal to an elderly woman in Staunton, IL, smelled natural gas. The volunteer helped the woman phone Ameren to report a gas leak. Ameren arrived and, indeed, said she had a major gas leak and repaired the issue. Her son phoned the cook at the Benld center and thanked us for saving his mother's life.

It really is more than just a meal.

I love these stories and thought you all might.

Did you know?

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated on various dates in the United States, Canada, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Liberia. It began as a day of giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year. Similarly named festival holidays occur in Germany and Japan.

Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland, Inc. (AgeLinc)

2731 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL 62704

217-787-9234 or 1-800-252-2918 (Toll Free)