Free, personalized Medicare Counseling
from October 15 through December 7, 2022

Sherman, Texas -- TCOG’s Area Agency on Aging's (AAA) State-Certified Benefits Counselors are ready to assist Medicare Beneficiaries in comparing plans to ensure their health and prescription drug coverage is the best it can be during Medicare Open Enrollment, according to an announcement by TCOG officials today.  This assistance is available for all residents in Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson counties from October 15 through December 7, 2022, at no cost to you.

"Medicare Open Enrollment is the time of year for anyone enrolled in Medicare to re-evaluate their current plans and make changes that best fit their coverage needs," stated Aging Services Director, Cara Lavender. "Individuals can take advantage of our no cost service to get information about other plans that may provide better coverage, higher quality care and lower premiums."

Medicare health and drug plans can make changes to costs, provider listings, pharmacies, and overall coverage each year.  TCOG's Benefits Counselors are equipped to evaluate these healthcare plans to help individuals find better coverage with higher quality at a lower cost.

Plans may also offer such things as nutritional services, in-home supports and home modifications to individuals with documented chronic conditions. Because changes made during this open enrollment period become effective January 1, 2023, when considering a Medicare health or prescription drug plan, individuals should be sure the plan will still meet their medical needs for the following year.

If you are a Medicare Beneficiary, we encourage you to call our AAA office to schedule a free, personal assessment of your specific medical insurance needs. We can also check to see if you qualify for Medicare Extra Health Programs to save you each month on premiums.

Before you make a decision on your Medicare plan for 2023, review your options by receiving personalized Medicare counseling at no cost to you by a trained professional. Call us today to schedule a time to speak with a State-Certified Benefits Counselor: 903-813-3505 option 1 or email jhunt@tcog.com.

The Texoma Council of Governments is a voluntary association of the local governments in Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson Counties. Established in 1968, the Texoma Council of Governments promotes economy and efficiency in the coordinated planning and development of the tri-county region through its community and economic development activities. Either directly, or through contractors, the Council provides housing, utility assistance, and weatherization services for low-income citizens in the region and assists the elderly through a variety of Area Agency on Aging programs. The Council also facilitates the delivery of grant funding for homeland security and criminal justice.