Senior News

Access to Benefits
The Access to Benefits Coalition helps men and women over 60 years of age find ways to lower their prescription costs through a variety of drug savings programs. The Coalition, which is working in conjunction with the Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs, the Louisiana Senior Rx Program, and the U.S. Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services, can be reached at 504-827-7843 or 1-888-922-8522, or individuals can get information online at:
www.AccesstoBenefits.org
www.LouisianaSeniorRx.org

BenefitsCheckUp
The National Council of Aging created this website to help older adults to quickly identify programs that may improve the quality of their lives. You take 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial situation into an online questionnaire. BenefitsCheckUp is completely confidential.
www.benefitscheckup.org

Bucktown Pharmacy
1701 Lake Avenue, Metairie, LA 70005
504-835-6337
Bucktown Pharmacy offers friendly, individual service in a quiet no-hassle setting. We provide free delivery to a limited area, and we also have a senior citizen discount. Most major insurance, Medicaid and Medicare D plans are accepted, and we accept all major credit cards. We also carry greeting cards, gift items, and gift wrapping supplies.

Christopher Homes is Opening Senior Communities
Christopher Homes will be opening St John Berchmans Manor, Annunciation Inn, Delille Inn, and Nazarath Inn I & II Spring 2007. These are independent senior living communities that offer subsidized rents and minimal services.

Direct Deposit - A Safer, Easier Way to Get Your Benefits
Direct deposit is the best way to get your Social Security or SSI payment. It's safer and easier than a check, because your money goes straight to your account on your payment day. Now, signing up is easier than ever. Call Go Direct or visit the website.
www.GoDirect.org

Jefferson Parish - Public Hurricane Evacuation Assistance
Jefferson Council on Aging, 6640 Riverside Drive, Ste. 140, Metairie, LA 70003
504-888-5880 or 800-635-1437
The Jefferson Council on Aging is currently working with the Jefferson Parish Office of Emergency Management in assessing the need of seniors and persons with disabilities with regard to Hurricane Evacuation Assistance. JCOA's Aging and Disability Resource Center is accepting applications for those citizens who are elderly and handicapped and do not have the means to evacuate themselves. Please pick up an application packet from Jefferson Council on Aging. Applicants who are medically fragile or technology dependent will need to have their primary care physician complete the medical form included in the packet in order to expedite triage at the time of evacuation. The packet must be completed in its entirety and returned to the Jefferson Council on Aging to be placed on the database list to be given to emergency personnel at the time of a mandatory evacuation.

Find a Home Repair Specialist With Us
All homes need repairs to be made promptly before the damage grows, i.e, termite, mold, leaks, etc. Your home is your investment, and it is important to keep it in good shape. We want to offer tips to help you find a quality contractor with our SeniorsResourceGuide.com Preferred Contractors list. Visit our website and learn what you should be asking.
www.SeniorsResourceGuide.com/NewOrleans/homerepair

Louisiana SenioRx
LouisianaSenioRx.org is a program that connects qualified, low-income people with discount prescription drugs, direct from the pharmaceutical manufacturer. The program was created in 2003 by the Louisiana Legislature to provide resources to help senior citizens access and apply for manufacturer's discount cards and pharmaceutical assistance programs. The program is administered by the Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs.
www.louisianaseniorx.org

New Orleans Association of Health Care Communicators - NOAHCC
NOAHCC serves as a vital support system for marketing professionals working the the healthcare industry. We strive to create opportunities for education, encouragement, enrichment, support and camaraderie. We provide a vehicle for networking our varied skills and services. Activities for NOAHCC include montlhy luncheon meetings held on the second Tuesday of every month that feature speakers and workshops on healthcare marketing and related topics. Visit www.noahcc.com or call Christine Cottrell at 504-828-1551.

New Orleans Continuity of Care - NOCC
NOCC is a non-profit organization designed to provide a monthly education and networking luncheon for healthcare professionals. Membership represents all facets of the healthcare arena: Case Managers, Caregivers, Companions, Home Health, Hospices, Hospitals, Rehabilitation and Senior Housing to name a few. Meets at 11:30 on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Nurses Registry Home Health. Catered Lunch is served for a small fee. Contact: Lisa Rabito at 504-455-4911.

Ochsner Foundation has Purchased Property in the Area
Ochsner Foundation has purchased Meadowcrest Hospital, Kenner Regional Hospital and Memorial Medical (Baptist) Center.

St. Tammany Social Services Network
This monthly networking group covers all social services on the north shore to include: Community Resources, Home Care Agencies, Retirement, Assisted & Skiled Nursing Facilities, Mental Health, Adult Day Programs and more. Meets at noon on the second Friday of every month at a different location. Contact Len Snyder at 985-726-2668.

What is Med Info Tube?
Med Info Tube provides a top-notch easy and affordable way to always have your personal emergency and medical information handy. Now available locally. Call 504-456-9355 for details.