A conversation about services for aging adults in NE Michigan: Medicare, Medicaid, scams/fraud/reporting and the many services available from Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
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Podcast Host Kitty Glomski discusses Medicare fraud and how you can Detect - Prevent - Report it to the MMAP network.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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"Help I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up" PERS Devices with Jenna Lindholm
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Jenna Lindholm talks about PERS devices (Personal Emergency Response Systems), how they work, and how to acquire one as a safety device for older adults and persons with dementia.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Lorelei King - Discusses the MI Senior Advocacy Council
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Lorelei King describes her involvement in the legislative process, the Michigan Senior Advocacy Council, and advocating for funding, resources and services for older adults residing in Region 9's rural service area.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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What's New in 2024 with Jennifer Page, MMAP Executive Director
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MMAP, now known as the Michigan Medicare Assistance Program, is available throughout Michigan and provides free, unbiased information about Medicare options. In this episode, MMAP Executive Director Jennifer Page talks about the many promotions to be conducted in 2024. Anyone seeking Medicare assistance can call the 800-803-7174 to receive a call b…
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Kristen Weber, Alzheimer's Association
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New Director Kristen Weber and Brooke Mainville discuss brain health and the services available through the Alzheimer's Association.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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VA Benefits Officer Bill Stypick - Veterans and Medicare
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Alpena County VA Benefits Officer, Bill Stypick, discusses what veterans need to know when starting Medicare and answers the question, "Do I need Medicare Part A Hospital and Part B Medical?"Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Kelly Robinette talks about the Benefits of Chocolate!
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Kelly Robinette discusses the history of chocolate, benefits of chocolate and fun facts of America's favorite treat!Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Kelly Robinette talks about "Fall" Prevention
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Master trainers Kelly Robinette and Brooke Mainville discuss the benefits of the evidence-based program A Matter of Balance that will be offered in January.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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MMAP Counselor Shelly Olree talks about current Scams
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MMAP Counselor Shelly Olree discusses situations where she's helped clients in Montmorency County with scams and fraud. Shelly works through the five clinics with Thunder Bay Health Centers.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Rati Sijiye hosts a podcast interview for the statewide MMAP Conference
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MMAP SMP Director Rati Sijiye trys out the podcasting experience and interviews podcast host Kitty Glomski for an episode of Let's Talk About Aging specially produced for the Statewide Conference.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Kevin Lozo, Disabilities Network - Options Counseling
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Kevin Lozo from the Traverse City office of the Michigan Disabilities Network describes options counseling to assist persons with disabilities navigate systems and find adaptive technology. This free service is available in all 83 counties of Michigan.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Kinship Care w/Annie Hepburn, Alpena Senior Citizens Center
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Annie Hepburn, Director of the Alpena Senior Citizens Council, discusses the Region 9 Kinship Program that provides monies - up to $600/year (in two $300 grants) per/child to assist grandparents (or other relatives) raising a grandchild. The program and application process can be accessed by contacting the local senior center aka Council or Commiss…
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Difference between Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Homes w/Ombudsman Maija Aikens
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Ombudsman Maija Aikens discusses the differences between Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Homes, the differences in who they serve, licensing/size of home, the services provided, and provides tips on how to select a home for a family member.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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MMAP Inc. Ex Dir Jennifer Page discusses Volunteering with MMAP
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MMAP Executive Director Jennifer Page discusses the upcoming statewide campaign to recruit volunteers to take training and counsel Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries in local communities. She describes the support network that includes local, regional, state and Medicare. She encourages beneficiaries to seek out their local MMAP counselor for a free, …
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Veterans Service Officer Bill Stypick talks about restoring VA benefits to veterans that received an Administrative Discharge (Feb, 2023)
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Bill Stypick, Alpena County Veterans Service Officer describes the military's efforts to reinstate benefits denied for decades to veterans that were discharged due to pregnancy, Covid shot refusal, LBGTQ under Don't Ask, Don't Tell and other reasons. Legal assistance through the Veterans Consortium is also available on a pro bono basis but may not …
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Rick Houchin, RSVP (Feb, 2023)
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Rick Houchin, project director for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program discusses the volunteer opportunities available for older adults throughout 11 counties with both the RSVP and Shine Bright programs.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Pat MacKinnon discusses Advantage Plan Open Enrollment
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Open Enrollment for Medicare Advantage plans - what they are, how to shop and are they for everyone. Pat MacKinnon from MMAP, Inc. discusses what beneficiaries need to know about them and encourages everyone to know what the coverages are before committing to one.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Kelly Robinette discusses Diabetes & Nutrition
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Area Agency on Aging diet-technician Kelly Robinette defines some of the symptoms of Diabetes, the testing for Diabetes, and is an instructor for ongoing sessions of the Personal Action Toward Health class with a focus on Diabetes management.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Nicole Wethington discusses New Year's resolutions (goals) and how to accomplish them in smaller steps and how to be successful! Brooke and Kitty provide the calendar of events extending into the new year.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Nicole Wethington, MSU Extension (Dec, 2022)
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Brooke interviews Nicole Wethington, MSU Extension, about the many programs upcoming for older adults. A January highlight is a one -hour presentation about the differences between assisted living and nursing home care. Kitty and Brooke give the calendar of events happening through January.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Bill Stypick, Alpena County Veterans Affairs - VA benefits & Medicare (Nov, 2022)
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MMAP Counselor Kitty Glomski interviews Veterans Service Officer Bill Stypick from Alpena County Veterans Affairs about what veterans need to know about choosing healthcare options from both the VA and Medicare. Brooke and Kitty provide the calendar of events.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Volunteering as a MMAP Counselor w/Ann Wright (Oct, 2022)
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Ann Wright describes her experience as a returning MMAP counselor to the Otsego County Commission on Aging. She encourages other retirees to consider becoming a Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program counselor. Brooke Mainville and Kitty Glomski provide the calendar of events for October/November.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Connie McQuarrie discusses SCSEP-Senior Community Service Employment Program (Oct, 2022)
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Kitty Glomski discusses the importance of evaluating your Medicare Part D or Advantage plan during Open Enrollment starting October 15 and extending through December 7. She also discusses how the Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program network of MMAP counselors can help and are available through local Councils/Commissions on Aging. Connie McQuarrie d…
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Beware during Open Enrollment / Cooking for One w/Kelly Robinette (Sept, 2023)
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The Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) warns Medicare beneficiaries to be careful about advertising and phone calls from agents/brokers trying to sell you a plan. They also offer counseling assistance and report scams. Diet Technician Kelly Robinette reviews many ways to make nutritious and fun meals using planned-overs.…
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Regional & Statewide Award Winning MMAP Counselors (Aug, 2022)
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Kitty Glomski interviews four Region 9 Counselors recognized for their outstanding Medicare Medicaid counseling in their communities: Karen Meyers (Presque Isle County), Kathy MacArthur (Alpena County), Sandy Woods (Crawford County), and Shelly Olree (Montmorency County). Brooke Mainville and Kitty Glomski talk about the September Calendar of Event…
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Adult Day Centers and Respite Service (Aug, 2022)
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Kitty discusses Medicare fraud, what it is, what to look for and how to report it through the MMAP Senior Medicare Patrol. Brooke interviews Sandcastle Adult Day Care Coordinator Heather Love and discusses how caregivers can take advantage of this wonderful respite service.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Brain Health Discussion & Supermarket Shopper/Credit Card Scams (July, 2022)
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Kitty Glomski discusses texting/social media and shopper scams. Brooke Mainville describes brain health, Dementia and programs and services to keep the brain healthy. Brooke and Kitty provide the August Calendar of Events, presentations and classes available through the Area Agency on Aging.Kirjoittanut Kitty Glomski
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Interview w/Bob Callery - Public Health Emergency/Scams (July, 2022)
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MMAP Regional Coordinator Bob Callery discusses the Public Health Emergency and its effect on Medicare and Medicaid benefits, what to expect when the PHE ends, and what to watch out for with the common scams we're now experiencing. Brooke and Kitty provide the Calendar of Events for August with Caregiver programs and a Matter of Balance and a New t…
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Theresa Ross/Insurance Cold Calls and Caregiver Classes/Resources (July, 2022)
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MMAP Counselor Theresa Ross from the Otsego County Commission on Aging discusses Insurance Cold Calls in the Gaylord area. Brooke Mainville describes the many Caregiver Classes and Resources available for anyone caring for a person with dementia. The Kinship grants are explained for relatives raising relative children.…
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Interview w/Pat MacKinnon about "Senior Medicare Patrol 65" Week (June, 2022)
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MMAP Inc. Interim Director Pat MacKinnon describes the Senior Medicare Patrol and the SMP 65 Week that reminds all Medicare beneficiaries to beware of scams and fraud. Kitty and Brooke give the calendar of events for June.Kirjoittanut Catherine Glomski
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Interview w/Maija Aikens Ombudsman (May, 2022)
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Brooke Mainville interviews Region 9 Ombudsman Maija Aikens and what an ombudsman does on behalf of long-term care residents throughout Region 9. Maija discusses advocacy, education and upcoming programs. Kitty Glomski and Brooke Mainville talk about the upcoming programs (both virtual and in person) for June…
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MMAP Ex Dir Jo Murphy discusses the MMAP program & Oscoda MMAP describes issues w/changing employer plans (May, 2022)
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Oscoda County MMAP Counselor describes the issues when a client changed from her employer health coverage. MMAP Inc. Executive Director Jo Murphy reflects on Michigan's MMAP program and her upcoming retirement. Kitty and Brooke provide the Region 9 June calendar of events - programs, webinars and presentations for June.…
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EBDP Programs & Medicare Card Scam w/Tammy Findlay (April, 2022)
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Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program Counselor Tammy Findlay (Crawford County Council on Aging) describes a phone call Scam that the caller wants to verify her Medicare card number. Brooke Mainville walks us through the MANY Evidence Based Disease Prevention Programs available for free to participants (some virtual; some in person): Diabetes PATH, …
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Features MMAP Counselors Kitty Glomski (host), and Julie Robinette from the Alpena Senior Citizens Center discussing what happens when an older adult responds to aggressive TV commercials and their marketing. Brooke & Kitty provide a May Calendar of Programs and Events for the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.…
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Power Bill Telephone Scam (March, 2022)
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Crawford County MMAP Counselor Jan Williamson describes a Spam/SCAM phone call in the Roscommon area; Brooke and Kitty provide a Calendar of Events for April; and Brooke answers the question - What is an Area Agency on Aging?Kirjoittanut with Kitty Glomski & Brooke Mainville
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Kitty Glomski and Brooke Mainville from Region 9 Area Agency on Aging describe the 2x per month discussions on the new podcast, "Let's Talk About Aging." Held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month, each podcast will feature an active SCAM Alert, a calendar of events and a discussion either about a Medicare/Medicaid topic OR about services of the …
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