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in

PENNSYLVANIA

12 E. Locust Street
Oxford, PA 19363
610-932-5244
contact@oxfordseniors.org

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9am-3pm

Closed for major holidays
and inclement weather

 
 

INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE

 

 

 

 

 

 


July 2026

Summer has begun and the pace here at the Center does not slow down! So much to do—I hope we are all able to enjoy the sunshine someday! Hopefully the lazy hazy days will soon be here!!

Due to the increase in new participants, I thought it a good idea to tell you what an Information & Assistance Specialist does. I am here to help you find answers to questions concerning housing, transportation, food needs, Legal Aid, Medicare, Pace Plus, etc., etc., etc. In other words, you get something in the mail you don’t understand, call me. If I don’t know, we’ll find out where to look for answers. No question is too stupid!! Stay cool! No need to get worried if you don’t understand something.

If you or someone you know is turning 65 or retiring and needs to start their Medicare coverage, it is very important that you get prepared for Medicare enrollment. Waiting too long could be very costly. As PA MEDI Counselors, we are prepared to help you through the process. My next in –person Medicare 101 class is on Wednesday, July 8th at 7:00pm also on Monday, August 17th at 12:45pm. Call to register. In addition, classes are still on-line through the Chester County Library System. For info go to: Chester County Library Events Calendar at ccls.org then click on Events. Search for “Medicare”. They will have dates and locations listed there.

We will cover in detail all the options available to Medicare beneficiaries including Medicare Advantage Plans, Supplements (Medi-gaps), Part D Drug Plans, etc.. Understanding enrollment dates, penalties, coverage plans and coverage networks can be very confusing so this discussion will be very helpful in understanding your future with Medicare. Though not required, attending the class first makes your one-on-one appointment more productive.

Medicare Update is also for those of you have been on Medicare but are now experiencing changes with retirement plans. Knowing options available to you will be beneficial to your decision making process. Medicare Update will be here on Monday, October 12, 2026 at 12:45pm.

Just a reminder that Open Enrollment dates run from October 15th to December 7th. You need to check your Prescription Plan even if nothing has changed for you. The plans change in many ways: price, formulary, and deductibles. The deadline date for change will be strictly enforced and you don’t want to be “stuck” with an unsatisfactory plan for all of 2027. Supplements (Medi-gaps) do not need to be changed, they continue on.

Beware of the many phone scams happening. IRS, Medicare and Social Security DO NOT call you, they send letters. Give no personal information—just hang up!! No need to be nice!

Deadline for mailing PA Property Tax or Rent Rebate Forms for 2025 has been extended to December 31, 2026. Make an appointment with me if you need help filing for the Rebate.

Happy summer-time eating!!
Have a great 4th!

Sally

 

 

MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES
TOOLKIT

Welcome to your Toolkit for Medicare Beneficiaries. Inside this toolkit you will find a variety of information regarding Medicare including a brief history of Medicare, information about programs that help with Medicare costs, a Preventive Benefit checklist to discuss with your doctor, some fun puzzles to complete, and a listing of the local PA MEDI office phone numbers in each county.

Click here for the Toolkit for Medicare Beneficiaries
 

Chester County Food Bank
Chester County Senior Food Box Program (CCSFBP)

Is a Chester County Food Bank program that helps seniors gain access to nutritious foods so they can better improve their health.

If you or someone you know is at least 60 yrs. old and has low income (below 150%), please register for the CCSFBP box that is available to qualifying seniors each month.

Each box may contain packaged fruit, non-perishable proteins, vegetables, carbyhydraes & dairy!!

Proof of age is required at sign up. There is no charge for this food. If you qualify then CCSFBP Box can be picked up the 1st Monday of every month between 1:00-3:00pm.

 

  

FREE FOOD FOR SENIORS

Commodity Supplemental Food Program
PA SENIOR FOOD BOX PROGRAM

What do you need to know to be eligible?

  • If you are 60 years of age or older.
  • If your total household income is below 150%.
    • Household 1 person: Monthly income $1,957
    • Household 2 people: Monthly income $2,644

What will you receive in the food box

  • FRUITS & JUICES: 1 juice & 3 fruits or 1 juice, 2 fruits, 1 raisin
  • VEGETABLES: 6-8 vegetables & dehydrated potatoes
  • CHEESE: 2-pound block
  • MILK: 2 UHT milk –32 oz each
  • MEAT, POULTRY & FISH: 1 beef or 1 chili & 1 poultry or fish
  • PLANT-BASED PROTEIN: 3 peanut butter, canned beans, dry beans, or lentils
  • CEREALS: 2 dry, farina, rolled oats or grits
  • PASTA & RICE: 2 pasta or white/brown rice

For more information and qualifications for both programs

contact

Sally Arter

(610) 932-5244
12 East Locust Street
Oxford, PA 19363

 

 

 

WHAT IS INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE?

From time to time we all know we need information but have no idea how to find answers.

    

REFER WEB

The Chester County Department of Human Services is pleased to introduce Refer Web, an Information and Referral web-based application. Simply visit their website at www.chesco.org/human. Once on the site, locate the Refer Web icon, click on it and start searching.
 

WHO IS SALLY ARTER?

Sally is the Center's very own Information & Assistance Specialist. Her responsibilities included helping you find the answers to your questions.

 

 
 
   

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United Way

    

 

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