July 2021
In case you missed us on ABC 21's INsight on June 24th, https://agingihs.org/about-us/news/, and
check out some of the information below on Benefits Enrollment or at https://agingihs.org/:
Benefits Enrollment is right around the corner and it is never too early to begin looking at your options. At AIHS, our Options Counselors are SHIP-trained (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) and can assist you and your loved ones with determining your eligibility and even enrolling in the various programs available.
Various Benefits
What is...
Medicare
The federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain people with disabilities and people with end-stage renal disease. There are different parts of Medicare that help cover specific services:
  • Medicare Part A - Hospital Insurance
  • Medicare Part B - Medical Insurance
  • Medicare Part D - Prescription Drug Coverage

Medicaid
Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of individuals in America. This program is provided to eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. Medicaid is funded jointly by states and the federal government.

Medicaid Waiver
Medicaid Waivers fund home and community supports and services that allow individuals to remain in their home as an alternative to receiving services in an institution.

Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare Advantage Plans are another way to receive Medicare Part A and Part B coverage. These plans are offered by Medicare-approved private companies that must follow rules set by Medicare. In many cases, you'll need to use health care providers who participate in the plan's network.

Medicare Savings Programs
Depending on an individual's eligibility, there are additional programs that provide assistance to offset the out-of-pocket costs associated with Medicare. These costs include deductibles, coinsurance, copayments and prescription costs.

PACE - Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
PACE is an all-inclusive program funded by Medicare and Medicaid for older adults 55 years of age and older who meet Nursing Home Level of Care. This program provides both clinical and social care in one setting and helps people meet their health care needs in the community instead of going to a nursing home or other care facility.
Eligibility & Enrollment
Open Enrollment for Medicare begins October 15th and ends December 7th. Other programs, like PACE, have rolling enrollment.

All programs have different eligibility requirements and enrollment criteria. To receive assistance in determining the best fit for you-JUST CALL US! (260) 469-3036
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Are you interested in becoming a Sponsor?
Contact Olivia at oschoeph@agingihs.org or 260-745-1200 ext. 372

Thank you to our Early Bird Sponsors:
WE ARE HIRING!

We are currently looking to fill positions in our Case Management, Aging & Disability Resource Center, Population Health and Nutrition Departments.

We are also hiring for our PACE of Northeast Indiana Team!


If you or someone you know is interested, please submit your resume to jobs@agingihs.org
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