News, Events, Publications and Announcements
In this section you will find links to information about upcoming AgeOptions events, as well as our newsletters, news releases, annual reports and news from other sources concerning older adults.
Celebrate Belonging Video
Watch this video to learn about how our programs promote belonging among the older adult community we serve.
Help for Family Caregivers
The federal government recently took a huge leap forward supporting caregivers. A groundbreaking White House executive order includes more than 50 directives for agencies to improve access to affordable, high-quality support for direct care workers…
Taking a Look at Medicaid Estate Recovery Advocacy
WHAT IS MEDICAID ESTATE RECOVERY?
Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) include long-term nursing facility stays and home and community-based (HCBS) waiver services that provide nursing home level care in a person’s home. Under Section…
AgeOptions and USAging Recognized for Immunization Work
AgeOptions awarded 2024 Immunization Champion Award
Senior Medicare Patrol Webinar 2024
This webinar discussed the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) program, trending Medicare scams in Illinois, fraud prevention tips, and other knowledge to enhance advocacy for clients who are Medicare beneficiaries. Our presenter was Marina Silva, an SMP O…
PACE Webinar 2024
Our guest speaker for this webinar was Shawn Bloom, president and CEO of the National Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Association since 2000.
The PACE program provides all care and services covered by Medicare and Medicai…
AABD Spenddown Resources for Professionals
The resources below were created for professionals helping clients with AABD Spenddown.
Explaining AABD Spenddown to Clients
Explaining AABD Spenddown to clients can be difficult, here are two resources to help you! The first is a PowerPoi…
Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Q&A Resource
This resource provides information about the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan program that begins in 2025. This plan allows Medicare beneficiaries with higher Part D prescription drug expenses to spread their drug costs throughout the year by…
Avisery’s PSI and Estate Recovery Webinar
Our June 11th webinar on PSI and Estate Recovery was brought to you by our presenter Meghan Carter, a legal aid attorney at Legal Council for Health Justice who focuses on Medicaid policy and advocacy, including improvements to estate recovery…
Avisery’s 2024 Webinar and Training Calendar
Avisery is pleased to share with you our Webinar and Training Calendar for 2024! Make plans now to attend a variety of virtual professional development opportunities covering topics related to Medicare, Medicaid, and other health benefits programs…
Avisery Webinar: CMS Presents Special Needs Plans 2024
This webinar was brought to you by Avisery featuring several guest speakers from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Watch to learn more about Special Needs Plans, and in particular, the Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (DSNPs) tha…
Medicare Savings Program (MSP) Outreach Materials
These materials can be distributed to Medicare beneficiaries at outreach events like community presentations, health fairs, or congregate dining sites. All outreach materials are customizable to include your organization’s contact information and lo…
MSP Resources for Professionals
Please note these materials are intended as educational resources for professionals and should not be shared with consumers.
Completing a Medicare Savings Program Application: A Beginner’s Guide to ABE and MSPs. A step-by-step guide…
AgeOptions Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
AgeOptions invites community members to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.
