THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 23, 2024 Page 15 OBITUARY Anthony "Tony" Cammarata Of Highham, formerly of Malden and Everett. Passed away at the age of 96. Tony grew up in Everett, the second of 3 children. It was there that he met his wife, Gloria. He and Gloria raised their 5 children in Malden where Tony was a barber for 70 years. He was a beloved Malden resident “Tony the Barber” as he was readily known. For the last 5 years, he and Gloria were residents of Linden Ponds in Hingham. It was there on August 15, that Tony passed away peacefully at age 96 surrounded by his family. It is a true testament to how much you are PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Hybrid Public Hearing, and 2023 Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) 15-Day Public Comment Period The Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD) has completed a draft of the Program Year 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and is making it available for public review and comment for 15 days – September 9, 2024 through September 23, 2024. The CAPER describes how the City’s Community Development Block Grant and the North Suburban Consortium’s HOME grant funds were expended from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 to carry out housing, homeless and community development objectives, strategies, and activities outlined in the City’s 2023 Annual Action Plan. All written comments received will be included in the final CAPER sent to HUD along with the City’s responses. Copies of the draft report are available at: https://www.cityofmalden.org/873/HUD-Reports-and-Notices. Printed copies are also available for public review by appointment from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday at the OSPCD Office at 215 Pleasant Street, Third Floor, Malden, MA. If you wish to pick-up a hard copy of the draft CAPER, please email Alex Pratt, Deputy Director, Housing and Community Development, at: apratt@cityofmalden.org to make an appointment. Written comments may be submitted to Alex Pratt, Deputy Director, Housing and Community Development, by email to: apratt@cityofmalden.org or in writing to OSPCD, Malden City Hall, Third Floor, Malden, MA 02148. Please include “CAPER” in the subject line. For consideration, comments must be received no later than September 23, 2024. A hybrid public hearing will be held on September 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Residents requiring accommodations, translation, or interpretation services should contact Alex Pratt, at 781-324-5720 x5728 or apratt@cityofmalden.org. This public hearing is being conducted in a hybrid manner. Members of the public who wish to attend the virtual meeting can do so using the link below to join the meeting: https://cityofmalden.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qS1I-_KyTyOa7tINHRc1SQ. Malden City Hall, conference room 105 on the first floor will be available to members of the public who wish to attend the meeting in person. loved by others, when the staff are in tears when you pass. Tony is predeceased by his wife Gloria of 69 years in 2022. He is also predeceased by his sister Anna and brother Michael. He is survived by his 5 children; Michael, Dean, Paul and his wife Naomi, Maryann Tkaczuk and her husband Richard, OBITUARY| SEE PAGE 16 avy eniior avvy S iorn oro a y avvyavy iori by Jim Miller Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery? Dear Savvy Senior, How does Medicare cover cataract surgery? My eye doctor recently told me I’ve developed cataracts and should consider making plans for surgery in the next year or so. Almost 67 Dear Almost, Like gray hair and wrinkles, cataracts are an inevitable part of the aging process. Eventually, everyone (usually in their 60s) will develop cataracts, a condition that causes cloudy or blurry vision. The only way to correct this is through cataract surgery. Fortunately, Medicare does cover medically necessary cataract surgery, which includes removing the cataract and implanting a standard intraocular lens (IOL). This is a small, lightweight, clear disk that replaces the focusing power of the eye’s natural crystalline lens to restore clear vision. This procedure is performed using traditional surgical techniques or lasers. This coverage can be a substantial savings, since cataract surgery often costs about $1,800 to $2,800 per eye. Cataract surgery is usually an outpatient procedure, covered under Medicare Part B. Once you pay the annual Part B deductible, which is $240 in 2024, you’re responsible for the Part B coinsurance. That means you’ll pay 20 percent of the cost for covered services yourself. If you have a Medicare supplemental policy, also known as Medigap, you’ll have full or partial coverage for the 20 percent Part B coinsurance. If you happen to be enrolled in a private Medicare Advantage plan, rather than original Medicare, you’ll also have coverage for cataract surgery. However, you may have to pay diff erent deductibles or copayments and need to use an in-network provider. You’ll need to call your plan to fi nd out its coverage details before you schedule surgery. What’s Not Covered Be aware that Medicare only covers cataract surgery with stan- LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts Board of Appeal 215 Pleasant Street Malden, Massachusetts 02148 Telephone 781-397-7000 x2104 MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada) at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St., Room #106 Herbert L. Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 24-010 by Henry Bladimir Pinto seeking a variance under Code of the City of Malden as amended - Title 12.16.060 Table of Intensity Regulations: Specifically: Lot Area, Frontage, Side Yard Setback and Parking, as per Plans Res-061717-2023 at the property known as and numbered 87 Upham St., Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #098 425 505 Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in the Office of Inspectional Services, 215 Pleasant St., 3rd floor, Malden, MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home Nathaniel Cramer, Chair August 23, 30, 2024 dard (monofocal) intraocular lenses, which improves vision at just one distance so you may still need glasses for close-up vision. Medicare will not cover premium (multifocal) intraocular lenses that can correct vision far away, up close and in between, so you can go glasses-free after surgery. Premium interocular lenses are expensive, costing approximately $1,500 to $4,000 per eye, which you would be responsible for if you choose to upgrade. Talk with your doctor about your options and costs before your surgery. Are Eyeglasses Covered? Even though Medicare usually doesn’t cover eyeglasses or contact lenses, it will pay 80 percent for one set of corrective glasses or contacts after cataract surgery. Medicare, however, limits its coverage to standard eyeglass frames and lenses. If you want to get deluxe frames, progressive or tinted lenses or scratch-resistant coating for glasses, you’ll need to pay those costs yourself. Medicare also requires that you purchase the glasses or contacts from a Medicare-approved supplier. Also, if you have any post-surgery complications or problems that are deemed medically necessary to address by a doctor, Medicare covers those expenses too. Any drops, antibiotics or other medication prescribed after your surgery would be covered by Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan that includes prescription drug coverage. 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.
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