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.
Illinois Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Video
Illinois Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP): Empowering Consumers to Prevent Healthcare Fraud.
AgeOptions Meal Box Kits Video
The AgeOptions Meal Box Kits program video advocates for the federal and state governments to consider flexibility in the use of nutrition funding. Meal Box Kits are delivered weekly to eligible older adults of Suburban Cook County, Illinois who can…
H.O.P.E. by AgeOptions Video
H.O.P.E. by AgeOptions is a Nursing Facilities Transition program. We assist individuals, 18 years and older, who have been living in a nursing facility in Cook County for 60 days or more, and who are eligible for and/or on Medicaid, to transition b…
Home for the Holidays Campaign Targets Financial Scams and Fraud
To help older adults stay safe this holiday season, AgeOptions is participating in Home for the Holidays, a national campaign led by the Eldercare Locator and USAging. This year’s campaign provides guidance to older adults, caregivers and families o…
AgeOptions Names Chief Operating Officer
AgeOptions names Lucia Giudice Chief Operating Officer
Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Webinar 2024
This webinar reviewed how the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit is changing in 2025 due to the Inflation Reduction Act, and also included information about:
The new Medicare Part D $2,000 out-of-pocket limit for prescription drugs
El…
AgeOptions Wins Merit Award in 33rd Annual National Mature Media Awards
AgeOptions was a winner in the 33rd annual National Mature Media Awards. The program, presented by the Mature Market Resource Center, a national clearinghouse for the senior market, recognizes the nation’s finest marketing, communications, education…
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.
