THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 13, 2022 Page 17 Mystic Valley Elder Services to Hold Free Workshop— Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health—in June at the Stoneham Senior Center S TONEHAM — Mystic Valley Elder Services will present a free workshop series— Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi For Health —on Fridays, June 3 -- July 22, 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Stoneham Senior Center, 136 Elm Street, Stoneham. Find pain relief, reduced stiff - ness, and a better quality of life through tai chi. Tai chi is often described as “meditation in motion,” harmonizing body and mind by practicing slow continuous movement accompanied by deep breathing. The class will cover the basic movements in Dr. Paul Lam’s CDC approved program. There’s growing evidence that this mind-body practice has value in treating or preventing many health problems. Our practice is gentle, requiring a small range of motion. Registration is free, but required. To register, please call today as class size is limited: 781438-1157. Mystic Valley Elder Services’ Theater Event to be Held June 25 “Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Fats Waller Musical Show!” (Malden/Stoneham, MA)— Mystic Valley Elder Services annual theater event fundraiser “Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Fats Waller Musical Show!”, the Award-winning musical celebration that transforms the theater MAPC | FROM PAGE 11 that they can aff ord. 3. A Climate Resilient Region: Metro Boston is prepared for – and resilient to – the impacts of climate change. 4. A Net Zero Carbon Region: the Metro Boston region is highly energy effi cient and has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions to net zero. 5. Dynamic and Representative Governments: Local governments and regional agencies have the capacity and resources to deliver the services and supports our residents deserve, and to maintain and invest in our built and natural environments. 6. A Healthy Environment: Greater Boston’s air, water, land, and other natural resources are clean and protected – for people and for the rest of the ecosystem. 7. Economic Security: Everyone has the fi nancial resources to meet their needs and to live fulfi lling lives. 8. Economic Prosperity: Greater Boston’s economy benefi ts all in the region. 9. Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods: People are safe, healthy, and connected to one another. 10. Thriving Arts, Culture, and Heritage: Greater Boston is full of unique places and experiences that bring joy and foster diversity and social cohesion. Since MetroCommon 2050 is a land use and policy plan designed for practical use, MAPC is scheduling meetings with residents and offi cials throughout its 101-municipality region to make connections and jumpstart conversations toward next steps in realizing the plan’s vision. 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Proceeds benefit Mystic Valley Elder Services’ programs that keep older adults independent and in MYSTIC | SEE PAGE 19 tations online. For more information about MAPC, visit www.mapc.org. To interact with the MetroCommon plan, visit http://metrocommon.mapc.org. a y avvy S iorenniiooro a avvyavvy iori Planning Ahead Dear Planning, I’m very sorry to hear about your husband’s diagnosis, but you’ll be happy to know that most medical costs to treat benefi ciaries with Alzheimer’s disease are covered by Medicare. Unfortunately, long-term custodial care costs that most patients eventually need are not. Here’s a breakdown of what Medicare does and doesn’t cover when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease, along with some tips that can help you plan ahead. Medical care: For the most part, ongoing medical care to diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s disease is covered by Medicare Part B, including visits to primary care doctors and specialists, lab tests, speech and occupational therapy, home health care and outpatient counseling services. Medicare pays 80 percent of these costs, and you will be responsible for the remaining 20 percent after you’ve met your annual $233 Part B deductible. Sixty days of inpatient hospital care is also covered under Medicare Part A after you pay a $1,556 deductible. Beyond 60 days, a daily coinsurance fee is added. Medications: Most Alzheimer’s medications are covered under Medicare’s Part D prescription drug plans, but coverage varies so check his plan’s formulary. The only exception is Aduhelm, the controversial new drug that is estimated to cost $28,200 per year. Medicare Part B will only cover this drug if your husband is enrolled in a clinical trial. Long-term custodial care: It’s important to understand that original Medicare does not cover long-term custodial care. This includes nursing home care, the costs of assisted living facilities and adult day care. Medicare does, however, pay for some shorter-term nursing home care, but only up to 100 days following a three-day inpatient hospital stay. Hiring home help for bathing, toileting and dressing (this is known as custodial care) is not covered by Medicare either unless your husband is also receiving skilled-nursing care or physical or occupational therapy. To help with these costs, you may want to look into getting a long-term care insurance policy or short-term care plan (see aaltci.org/stc) if possible, or if your income and assets are very limited, you may qualify for Medicaid. To investigate your fi nancial options for long-term care, go to PayingForSeniorCare.com. Hospice: In the fi nal stages of the disease, Medicare Part A covers nearly all aspects of hospice care, including doctor services, nursing care, drugs, medical equipment and supplies, physical and occupational therapy, homemaker services, counseling and respite care. To qualify, a doctor must certify that a patient has six months or less to live. Other Insurance and Assistance If your husband is enrolled in original Medicare and he doesn’t have a supplemental insurance (Medigap) policy, you should consider getting him one. A Medigap plan will help pay for things that aren’t covered by Medicare like copayments, coinsurance and deductibles. To search for plans in your area, go to Medicare.gov/plan-compare and click on “Medigap policy only.” If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan (like an HMO or PPO), his plan must provide him at least the same coverage as original Medicare does. Some advantage plans may also offer additional coverage for home care services. If you can’t aff ord your Medicare out-of-pocket costs or need help with medication expenses, there are Medicare Savings Programs and the Extra Help program that provide fi nancial assistance for medications. To learn more, see Medicare.gov/yourmedicare-costs/get-help-paying-costs. You can also get help through your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (see ShipHelp.org or call 877-839-2675), which provides free Medicare and long-term care counseling. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. n r by Jim Miller How Medicare Covers Alzheimer’s Disease Dear Savvy Senior, What exactly does Medicare cover when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease? My husband was recently diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s, and we would like to fi nd out what’s covered and what isn’t.
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