New Baden Senior Citizens

The Senior Citizens of New Baden hold a monthly meeting on the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at the O. W. Billhartz Civic Center. 

A Card Party is scheduled the last Tuesday of the month

at 1:30 p.m. at the Civic Center.

For more information on this, contact Rose Wolters, 588-4735.

South Central Transit (SCT) can provide transportation at no charge to the Trenton Nutrition Center for their daily meals. 

Call (800) 660-7433 to sign-up

Area Agency on Aging of Southwestern Illinois

2365 Country Road, Belleville IL 62221

(618) 222-2561     (800) 326-3221

fax: (618) 222-2567

Questions? E-mail us: ask@answersonaging.com

Contact the Area Agency on Aging for information on any of the following:

Working Together, we can keep our Communities Healthy

To help keep communities healthy during the upcoming flu season, it will take all of us--community and faith-based organizations, government, businesses, and schools--working together.  The federal government alone cannot prepare for or respond to the challenge of the 2009-2010 flu season.  Your community can develop strategies that reduce the impact and spread of flu.  The Dept. of Health & Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention developed a document--H1N1 Flu: a Guide for Community and Faith-based Organizations it can be found at: http://www.flu.gov/professional/community/cfboguidance.html

For more information on where you can get your flu shots call:

(800) 326-3221

Christian HomeCare Services, Inc.

115 West Randle, Lebanon IL 62254

(618) 537-9590

The Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers program at Christian HomeCare Services, Inc. has bee providing NO CHARGE assisted transportation services to older adults in the St. Louis Metro East area for 12 years.

If you, or a friend/family member, needs transportation to medical appointments, including to St. Louis, please call.  Must be 60+ years of age.

Want to Volunteer??

Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers is looking for volunteers to drive older adults to medical appointments.  Reimbursement available. 

Call Christian HomeCare Services, Inc. in Lebanon for more info, 537-9590

Trenton Nutrition Center

Western Clinton County Senior Services Association

520 North Main Street, Trenton IL 62294

(618) 224-9913

fax: (618) 224-9136

Questions? E-mail us: wccss@att.net

The Trenton Nutrition Center (TNC) serves a hot, delicious meal daily, Monday through Friday, at 11:30 a.m. to all seniors that are past their 60th birthday.  This meal is intended for all walk-in customers from Sugar Creek and Lookingglass Townships.  No senior will be turned away.  We do ask for a $4.00 donation at the door.

Why should I donate for my meal?

Visit www.wccss.org (Western Clinton County Senior Services) for meal menus. 

January Menu

Contact TNC for more information regarding planned activities.

TNC offers blood pressure screening on the 3rd Thursday of each month.

TNC offers podiatry assistance with toenail clipping about every 6 weeks.  TNC will advertise the exact date about a week in advance.

Need help filling out Circuit Breaker forms?  Make an appointment for assistance.

Every Thursday, beginning in February, free tax service, by appointment only.

Alzheimer's Association - St. Louis Chapter

Founded in 1981, the St. Louis Chapter has grown from a single support group to a multifaceted service and health agency with headquarters in St. Louis and resource centers in Cape Girardeau, MO and Collinsville IL.

Skilled volunteers join professional staff at every level of service, from office support to public speaking to leadership.  The more than 30 St. Louis Chapter staff members have over 250 years combined experience in dementia care, gerontology, and social work.

Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

St. Louis Chapter

9370 Olive Blvd

St Louis MO 63132

24/7 Hotline: (800) 272-3900

www.alzstl.org

AARP Driver Safety Education Class

http://www.aarp.org/families/driver_safety/

It is time to apply for the Circuit Breaker Grant & Illinois Cares Rx

The 2008 IL-1363 forms are available.  You may get an application by calling the Area Agency on Aging or going to www.state.il.us/aging/.  It is recommended that you file electronically.  Your application, if filed electronically, will be processed more quickly then if you file a written copy.  To get help paying for your prescription drugs, you should also complete Sections F, G (for your spouse) and H on Form IL-1363.  NOTE: If you mark "no" on Line 36, 36a or 36b, you must also complete Schedule C.

The information on your Form IL-1363 application will determine your prescription drug benefits.  If you qualify for benefits, you will be issued a card to use at participating pharmacies in the Illinois Cares Rx Program.  Make sure you carefully read and follow all the instructions.

To get your benefits quickly, sent your completed IL-1363 as soon as you have the necessary information if you want drug coverage.

All drug coverage issued in 2009 from a 2008 IL-1363 application form will end December 31, 2010.

To receive a People with Disabilities Ride Free Transit Card, you should also check the box on Line 37 for yourself (Line 38 for your spouse) in

Section I on Form IL-1363.  For more information,

see People with Disabilities Ride Free.

Reduced-Fee License Plates

Senior citizens and persons with disabilities who qualify for the Illinois Dept. on Aging's Circuit Breaker Program are eligible for reduced-fee license plates through the Secretary of State's office.

Every January, the Secretary of State's Office mails license plate discount cards to everyone approved for a Circuit Breaker grant the previous year.  Complete the discount card and return it with your vehicle registration form at renewal time.  Eligible individuals receive a $54 discount on renewal.

For more information or an application for the Circuit Breaker Program, please contact:

Illinois Dept. on Aging

Circuit Breaker Program

Springfield IL 62794-9003

(800) 624-2459

The Annual Open Enrollment Period for 2008

The Aging Network can help Older Adults and Persons with Disabilities Save Money on Prescription Drugs

If you have questions or know of anyone who needs help with their Prescription Drug Benefits call ANSWERS ON AGING at 800-326-3221.  The Open Enrollment Period for 2008 is now through December 31, 2007.  During October, you should have received your copy of "Medicare & You 2008" in the mail.  Keep this document and use it for reference.  If you are enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, you will receive written notice of any changes to your current plan.  You can compare 2008 plans on the Internet at www.medicare.gov or call the Area Agency on Aging of Southwestern Illinois at (800) 326-3221 and talk to an "Answers on Aging Specialist." 

Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

Anyone who has Medicare can get Medicare Prescription Drug coverage.  Extra help is available for some people with limited income and resources.  It will pay for all or most of the monthly premiums and annual deductibles and lower the prescription co-payments related to their plan.  The extra help could be worth up to $3,600.00 per year.  To qualify for the extra help they must have: Income limited to $15,600.00 for an individual or $21,000.00 for a married couple living together. 

To get more information about the extra help with Medicare prescription drug plan cost, call your Area Agency on Aging at (800) 326-3221 and set-up and appointment to talk to an Information Specialist in person.

Medicare Part D Drug Plan Info

Representatives from the Area Agency on Aging of Southwestern Illinois will provided information and assistance with Medicare Part D prescription plans during individual appointments on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 in the Heritage Room at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese.

Click here for more info.

last updated 03/01/10