Aging and Human Services
Medicare Open Enrollment ends Dec. 7
Medicare Open Enrollment, which began Oct. 15, runs to Dec. 7. During this time, people eligible for Medicare can compare 2024 coverage options on Medicare.gov or meet with a SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansans) counselor.
AHS event honors volunteers
After a four-year wait, Aging and Human Services held its first in-person Volunteer Appreciation event on Oct. 4, welcoming more than 130 AHS volunteers and guests.
Observance recognizes family caregivers during November
November is a time to show support and to honor our nation’s vital caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities and increase support for caregivers.
Driver Safety and Evaluation
Be sure to check out the Safety and Training information listed on page 74 in your Explore Your Options directory.
Housing and Long-Term Care
Here are some options from your Explore Your Options directory for living and accessing long-term care in Johnson County.
Healthcare Navigation
Looking for healthcare in Johnson County? Here’s a few highlights from your Explore Your Operations directory.
Financial Assistance
Here are some ideas and options from your Explore Your Resources directory. These resources are available to help older adults and others with the cost of living, along with ways to reduce expenses or increase income.
Luci: Calling attention to craniofacial differences
In my role as director, I get to meet many amazing people. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with one such person: Luci Capo Rome, a retired advanced practice professional nurse, whose pen name is Bella Lucia. Luci was born with a congenital, severe and complete bilateral cleft lip and palate. Cleft lip and palate affect one of every 700 live births.