Social Services

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS

MARCH 2, 9, 16 & 23, WEDNESDAYS LIVING WITH LOSS, LIVING WITH HOPE 2pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6239)

Special mini-series providing support and education for those grieving the loss of a loved one.

MARCH 9, WEDNESDAY MY FELLOW TRAVELER 10am, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076)

Noticing cognitive changes in yourself? Join others experiencing the same for fellowship and tips on resilient living in a safe, relaxed environment.

MARCH 10, THURSDAY LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 3pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171)

Guest Speaker: Ed Martin with Enhanced Vision Topic: Low Vision Products

MARCH 14, MONDAY CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP 10am, Concord Room | Facilitators: Leah Hoffner (6171), Marcia Parsons (6239) Guest Speaker: Karen Stauffer, Lancaster Hospice & Community Care Topic: End of Life Resources

MARCH 16, WEDNESDAY COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBOR 10am, Theater | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076)

Interested in supporting friends or a family member experiencing cognitive challenges? This group’s focus is dementia education and non-judgmental interactions.

MARCH 16, WEDNESDAY SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS 10am, Prayer and Meditation Room | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)

The purpose of this group is encouragement and support, particularly for those who may feel down, alone, anxious or stressed. Please RSVP.

MARCH 28, MONDAY PARKINSONS DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP 2pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)

Special Speaker: Sue Ludwig with CRUSH PD Learn specific exercises helpful to those managing Parkinson’s.

ELANCO NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP

MARCH 6, 13, 20 & 27 SUNDAY 6:30pm, GSV Prayer & Meditation Room | Call 410-598-6792 for more information.

Nar-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. (Not facilitated by Social Services)

DO YOU PARTICIPATE IN A MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLAN?

March 31 marks the deadline for Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (January 1 – March 31)

During this time, a person already enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan may:

• Switch from one Advantage plan to a different

Advantage plan

• Leave your Advantage plan and return to Original

Medicare (can pick up a part D plan)

• Can add or drop Part D when switching plans

• Can’t switch from one stand-alone drug plan to another drug plan

Remember to check in-network /out-of-network status for all providers prior to selecting any new Medicare Advantage plan.

Friendly reminder to everyone in our community that constant diligence is needed to avoid becoming a fraud

victim. Carefully review ALL correspondence. Do not respond if uncertain of source. A recent scam email asked residents to change or verify their password for gardenspotvillage.net. Fortunately the resident checked with IT and learned the email was not sent by GSV. Keep in mind scams can come via text, phone calls, emails or snail mail. NEVER reveal personal information to a stranger. Inform social services if caught in a scam so all recovery steps can be taken.

ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK

Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org