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Avisery’s 2024 Webinar and Training Calendar

June 20, 2024
News and Events

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...

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Medicaid Managed Care Procurement Cycles and Dually Eligible Special Needs Plans

June 11, 2024
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Welcome to the third post in The Intersection’s series on Illinois transition to Medicare Dually Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) beginning January 2026. The Intersection is an advocacy blog that provides a space for delving into policy...

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Avisery Webinar: CMS Presents Special Needs Plans 2024

June 5, 2024
News and Events

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)...

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Medicare Savings Program (MSP) Outreach Materials

May 29, 2024
News and Events

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...

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MSP Resources for Professionals

May 29, 2024
News and Events

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 to completing...

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AgeOptions Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

May 24, 2024
News and Events

AgeOptions invites community members to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.

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AgeOptions Celebrates Older American Month

May 3, 2024
News and Events

AgeOptions invites community members to Celebrate Older Americans Month in May.

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Avisery’s DHS Application Coversheet

April 26, 2024
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Click Avisery DHS Application Coversheet to access a template that can be used when submitting documentation for Medicaid Spenddown cases. The coversheet will help alert the DHS caseworker as to how medical expenses should be applied to meet the...

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What is a State Medicaid Agency Contract?

April 23, 2024
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The Intersection offers advocates a lens for examining the intersection of affordability and accessibility of health care for older adults and adults with disabilities. Our first series will explore Illinois’ planned transition to Medicare...

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The Launch of Avisery’s New Blog: The Intersection

March 5, 2024
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Hello Reader, Welcome to The Intersection, Avisery’s new advocacy blog! Professionals and advocates can visit this blog regularly to stay up to date on changes in affordable health coverage options for older adults and adults with...

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Legislative Breakfast

2024 Legislative Breakfasts – North Shore Senior Center

February 28, 2024
Past Events

AgeOptions and local older adult service agencies invite you to attend one of five annual Legislative Breakfast meetings.

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Legislative Breakfast

2024 Legislative Breakfasts – West Suburban Senior Services

February 28, 2024
Past Events

AgeOptions and local older adult service agencies invite you to attend one of five annual Legislative Breakfast meetings.

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Legislative Breakfast

2024 Legislative Breakfasts – Palos Heights Recreation Center

February 28, 2024
Past Events

AgeOptions and local older adult service agencies invite you to attend one of five annual Legislative Breakfast meetings.

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Legislative Breakfast

2024 Legislative Breakfasts – Bernadine Manor

February 28, 2024
Past Events

AgeOptions and local older adult service agencies invite you to attend one of five annual Legislative Breakfast meetings.

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Legislative Breakfast

2024 Legislative Breakfasts – Kenneth Young Center

February 28, 2024
Past Events

AgeOptions and local older adult service agencies invite you to attend one of five annual Legislative Breakfast meetings.

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AgeOptions Chart of Benefits – Updated February 2026

January 22, 2024
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The Age Options Chart of Benefits lists income, assets, and a quick overview of eligibility requirements for various public programs in Illinois including Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, Extra Help, the Benefits Access Program, Supplemental...

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Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: Consideration Checklists

November 17, 2023
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Avisery is pleased to announce the release of Avisery’s Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage Considerations Checklists. Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage: Consideration Checklist for those New to Medicare Original Medicare vs....

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Archive of Avisery Alerts

November 16, 2023
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2025 Avisery Alerts 12/5/2025: Public Meetings on Illinois Benefit Administration 12/4/2025: Reminder – SEP Available in 2026 for Incorrect Provider Directory Information on Plan Finder 11/25/2025: CMS Releases 2026 Medicare Costs...

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Celebrate Belonging Video

October 19, 2023
Past Events

Watch this video to learn about how our programs promote belonging among the older adult community we serve.

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Avisery Guide to Medicare and Medicaid Coverage for Hospital, Skilled Nurse Facility and Home Supportive Services in Illinois

September 7, 2023
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New Resource! Avisery Guide to Medicare and Medicaid Coverage for Hospital, Skilled Nursing Facility and Home Supportive Services in Illinois Avisery is pleased to announce our updated reference guide, “Avisery Guide to Medicare and...

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Caring Together, Living Better (CTLB) Program for Partners

August 16, 2023
Funded Agencies and Partners

Welcome, CTLB Partners! This is the Caring Together, Living Better Program’s website designed specifically for partners. All materials and resources related to AgeOptions’ CTLB Program will be found here. “Our mission is to support and empower...

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AgeOptions Comprehensive Needs Report and Survey

June 27, 2023
News and Events

AgeOptions commissioned the University of Illinois Chicago Department of Disability and Human Development to report on the changing demographics of the 50+ population in suburban Cook County in Aging in the Suburbs, A Comprehensive Needs...

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Celebrate Belonging

Celebrate Belonging

June 26, 2023
Past Events

AgeOptions is hosting its 19th Annual Networking Reception - Celebrate Belonging - on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, beginning at 6 p.m.

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Help for Family Caregivers

May 9, 2023
Featured, News and Events

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...

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