Overdose deaths quadruple among adults over 65 A recent U.S. study shows that drug overdose deaths in adults 65 and older have quadrupled from 2002-2021. While dying of a drug overdose is still considered an uncommon cause of death among older adults, the increase of fatal overdoses in this ...
New government data shows that scammers are making more money per episode. Close to 2.4 million people this year reported losses from fraud or scams totaling close to $9 BILLION dollars!!! Older adults are especially vulnerable to scams because scammers are skilled at preying on their fears or hopes by using a lure of dire consequences like a warrant, a grandchild in trouble, or some great windfall like winning a lot of money. Scammers get us to believe that there is an urgency, some imminent deadline, and you need to act immediately or miss the opportunity to get the promised ...
Need a ride or want to save on your transportation costs? CARTS is Chautauqua County’s public transportation system. CARTS is public transportation for everyone living, working, or visiting in Chautauqua County. Whether you want to go shopping, to a medical appointment, to work, to college, or to visit a friend, CARTS can get you there safely, comfortably, and economically. CARTS strives to provide the highest quality transportation services to all citizens and guests of Chautauqua County. There are several options when considering scheduling a ride with CARTS. CARTS Jamestown City ...
For many, Medicare Part A (hospitalization) and Medicare Part B (Medical) denials are due to reasons such as not meeting medical necessity; frequency limitations; and even basic coding mistakes. Denials are subject to Appeal, since a denial is a payment determination. It is beneficial for an individual to understand why they have received a Medicare denial letter. Medicare’s reasons for denial for Part A and Part B can include: ¯ Medicare does not deem the service medically necessary. ¯ A person has a Medicare Advantage plan, and they used a healthcare provider outside of ...
Grape Belt Seniors are announcing upcoming events. Members can join on Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s for our aerobics and weights class at the Masonic Lodge from 9 to 10 a.m. You must be a member to attend and memberships are now being taken for 2023. Class is $1 each time you ...
Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services is excited to announce a celebration we are hosting for our 50th anniversary during May’s Older Americans Month. This also gives us the opportunity to honor the older adult community that we have the privilege to serve. This year the theme is “Aging Unbound”, which offers the opportunity to explore diverse aging experiences and discuss how communities can combat stereotypes and Ageism discrimination. Our communities only benefit when older adults remain engaged, independent, and included. The Annual Social will be a celebration ...
