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Did you know there is a program that helps individuals afford their Medicare Part B Premiums and co-pays? The program is called QMB. In 2017, 7.7 million people were on the QMB Program. To qualify, in 2020/2021: Single Married Gross monthly income cannot be greater than: $1,084 $1,457 Single Married Total savings & investments cannot be greater than: $7,860 $11,800 If you are covered by the QMB program you will receive a white paper ID card from Medicaid that shows Ohio Medicaid, Qualified Medicare Beneficiary. When you see a doctor, specialist or receive health care services you will show your Medicare card and the QMB white paper card. You should always explain to the provider of services that you should not be billed for any costs because of your coverage. It is important for you to understand, that if you have Medicare Parts A& B and have the QMB program, providers may not bill you for a Medicare deductible, coinsurance / copay. The State Medicaid program may pay for these remaining costs. It is the provider’s responsibility to bill the Medicaid program -- not bill you. If you believe that you are eligible for the QMB program or are in the QMB program and experiencing problems with providers billing you for services, please call Serving Our Seniors (419-624-1856). We are here to help you with Medicare. Serving Our Seniors is very grateful to have the help and support of Volunteer Medicare Counselors: QMB Saves You $144.00+ per Month The Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter is still providing services to Erie County residents. Whether you are noticing changes in your own memory or you have a friend or family member impacted by Alzheimer’s Disease or another type of dementia the Alzheimer’s Association can help. Care consultation meetings are available virtually or by telephone. This gives the caller the opportunity to talk to a professional and receive factual information about Alzheimer’s disease in relation to your unigue cricumstances. A care consultation gives professional Help for Those Living with Memory Changes and Their Families guidance/coaching to help plan for the changes. Call Dakota Stone at 567-302-3608 to request your consultation. This is a free service. The Alzheimer’s Association’s helpline (800-272-3900) is taking calls 24/7 to help individuals with the disease, caregivers, and family members. The Sandusky Caregiver Support Group will meet virtually on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 9:30a.m., until further notice. We also have virtual education programs. If interested in participating in either one of these free services the helpline can assist you. Please call 800-272-3900. Patricia Stineman, MSIG, CSA, Insurance Education Specialist / OSHIIP Trainer Becky Baumgartner Bill Beihl Keith Newton Ron Watts Dakota Stone 21