What’s the difference between Medicare, Medicaid and the Oregon Health Plan?

Health insurance can be a very confusing topic no matter your age, and knowing the difference between Medicare, Medicaid and the Oregon Health Plan can help you make decisions about your health care. Medicare Medicare is a federal insurance program and offers the same coverage everywhere in the United States. It is available for most…

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What’s the difference between Medicare, Medicaid and the Oregon Health Plan?

The Highs and Lows of Hypertension As We Get Older

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is deceiving. Sometimes called the silent killer because most people don’t feel it since often there are no noticeable symptoms. Many folks don’t know they have high blood pressure until they visit their physician. There is good news. Lifestyle changes can help lower blood pressure and keep it under…

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The Highs and Lows of Hypertension As We Get Older

Ten Ways to Prepare for a Natural Disaster

No matter where you live, it is always possible a disaster could occur without warning, so it’s best to get ready before the shake, rattle, and roll begin. That is the key to surviving a disaster – to anticipate “it” before “it” reaches you.  1. Identify your risk Due to strained financial resources, isolation, and…

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Ten Ways to Prepare for a Natural Disaster

Introduce yourself to the Oregon Talking Book and Braille Library

If you live in Oregon and have a print disability that may include visual, physical, and reading difficulties, the Oregon Talking Book and Braille Library are available for you. Located in Salem, Oregon, they lend throughout all of Oregon.  Lending is accessible through the mail or via download. “Talking Books delivers a personalized connection to…

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Introduce yourself to the Oregon Talking Book and Braille Library

Poor balance is the number one reason why seniors fall

Trouble balancing is the most common reason seniors seek medical help Good balance is critical to staying active, independent, and to go about daily life. If you have good balance you can walk without staggering, and you are unlikely to fall while getting out of a chair.  If you’ve ever felt lightheaded or dizzy, you…

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Poor balance is the number one reason why seniors fall

The Red Cross Now Offering Free Virtual Home Fire Safety Education

Natural disasters are devastating to families, businesses, and homes. The number one disaster threat to homes and families isn’t a dreaded Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. It’s not torrential rains and massive flooding.  It’s not even a colossal freeway pileup. Instead, it’s a tiny spark – that leads to a flame – that leads to a fire –…

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The Red Cross Now Offering Free Virtual Home Fire Safety Education

Don’t Wait: Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment ends March 31, 2021

Did you know that if you’re unhappy with your Medicare Advantage Plan (Medicare Part C), you have options? Each year, there’s a Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period from January 1 – March 31. During this time, if you’re in a Medicare Advantage Plan and want to change your health plan, you can do one of these: If you switch…

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Don’t Wait: Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment ends March 31, 2021

New Caring Connections Program

In response to the isolation seniors are facing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Council on Aging has developed our new Caring Connections program. Older adults are at the highest risk of developing more serious illness from COVID-19 and are being asked to be the most vigilant about social distancing. But, with our new…

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New Caring Connections Program

Understand the Differences Between a Cold, the Flu and COVID-19

The good news, winter’s here. The bad news, it’s cold and flu season. COVID-19 isn’t as seasonal but easier spread when more people are indoors. Staying safe and healthy should be one of your top concerns, especially if you are an older adult since the symptoms of COVID-19 can be more severe as you age. …

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Understand the Differences Between a Cold, the Flu and COVID-19

Don’t Let Scammers Spoil the Season

While you’re busy making holiday plans, the scammers are making their wish list. If you know what these con artists are up to, it’s easier to spot scams rather than fall for them. Unfortunately, seniors are a common target for fraudsters, especially during the holidays. Why? Seniors often have nest eggs, own their homes, excellent…

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Don’t Let Scammers Spoil the Season