If you are on Medicare, be sure to mark your calendar for Open Enrollment from October 15th - December 7th.  This is the time to review your coverage with a SHIIP Counsellor to make sure you have the best policy for your needs.  To make an appointment, call 828.884.3109.

Now is the time to focus your attention on the positive aspects of growing older.
Talk to your doctor about health screenings in September.
If you or someone you love is on Medicare, take advantage of Medicare- covered preventive services.
Medicare covers a number of preventive services to help keep people with Medicare healthy, including mammograms, cardiovascular screenings and a yearly wellness visit.
Ask a SHIIP counselor for more information.