January 2024
HELLO MOREHOUSE COUNCIL ON AGING, INC.,
Dr. Karen Kinsell is the only doctor in all of Clay County, Georgia, one of the poorest and unhealthiest rural regions in the state. Her clinic has served the most vulnerable in her community for over 22 years, but now faces bankruptcy. Despite not drawing a personal salary, Kinsell must now weigh retiring against serving her patients. When a Hail Mary offer arrives from a medical university, a fully equipped health center is proposed. But Kinsell makes affordability and access her personal red lines of the potential sale. An impending state election and the outbreak of COVID add more uncertainty, reminding Kinsell of how much is riding on the fine print. Straight-talking and downright inspirational, THE ONLY DOCTOR presents a modern David-versus-Goliath healthcare story that might just restore your faith in humanity. We hope you will bring this film to Morehouse Council on Aging, Inc.!
ICYMI: Second Round of Ordering for Free COVID-19 Tests Now Open
Starting on September 25, every U.S. household had an opportunity to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests through a partnership between the HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response and the United States Postal Service.
On November 20, a second round of ordering opened, allowing each household to place a second order to receive four more free tests. Households that have not yet placed an order can place two orders now, to receive a total of eight tests.
To order your free tests, go to COVID.gov and complete the form with your contact and shipping information.
People who are blind or have low vision can place a second order for free Ellume COVID Home Tests, which are more accessible than other options.
For more information, including ordering instructions, please visit ACL's website.
December 13 TRAINING
Chemin-A-Haut Trail Run and Walk (MITA) Update
Greetings!
The organizers of the Chemin-A-Haut Trail Run and Walk (MITA) wanted the 2023 Trail Run and Walk participants and the former Trail Run and Walk participants to know that the photos from the 2023 Trail Run and Walk have now been uploaded to the runsignup.com website. Amber Fife of Southern Sass Photography shared her photos with us. Amber did an outstanding job of capturing the Trail Run and Walk. Plus we had some others that we uploaded too. Enjoy!
Please remember:
1. If you have any suggestion as to how we can improve our Trail Run and Walk, we welcome them. Simply email progressnmhse@yahoo.com. We listen and will make every effort to make the next Trail Run and Walk even better.
2. We would appreciate your sharing with us how you learned about our Trail Run and Walk. Was it on Facebook, at a Louisiana Tourism website, from friends, or, exactly, how did you learn of the Trail Run and Walk? We are trying to determine what is our best means of promoting the Trail Run and Walk.
3. Runners, your time for the 4 Mile Trail Run has been uploaded to runsignup.com by Ouachita Valley Road Runners. They have served as our director and timer since we began 7 years ago.
4. Save the Date - October 19, 2024 for next year's Trail Run and Walk. There will be even more improvements made to the event. Registration will be begin online at runsignup.com on July 1, 2024.
In appreciation for each of you,
The Organizers of the Chemin-A-Haut Trail Run and Walk
of MITA
June Updates
Mpox - Preparedness Pays Off
The number of cases of Monkeypox (mpox) in the United States have declined since peaking in August 2022, but the outbreak is not over. With the warmer months approaching, there are more occasions that draw people together in communities and increase the potential of spreading mpox.
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April Updates
March 2023 Updates
Adult_Mental_Health_First_Aid_Training.pdf
How to Register> NOTE: Links for registration are on the PDF
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Feb 2023 Updates
Suicide Data:2022-state-fact-sheets-louisiana.pdf
2023-part-d-lis-eligibility-and-benefits-chart.pdf
2023-medicare-savings-programs-coverage-and-eligibility-chart.pdf
Click HERE for Ombuds Bulletin January 2023.pdf
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Create or log in to your Medicare account — and add your prescription drugs — to get more personalized recommendations. Drug costs can vary based on the pharmacy you use, so we'll help you easily find pharmacies in your area. Important: If your income for 2022 is below $18,600 ($25,000 for married couples), you may be able to save on your monthly Medicare premiums and other out-of-pocket Medicare costs, including prescription drug costs. See if you qualify for Medicare Savings Programs and learn how to apply. Sincerely, The Medicare Team |
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