Information class on Medicare offered

Senior Solutions staff will be at the Meeting House at Springfield Hospital from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 to provide an unbiased overview of the Medicare system. The class will be offered again on the afternoon of March 11. Space is limited, so please call ahead to register.

Medicare Boot Camp is appropriate for anyone currently enrolled in Medicare, as well as those who will sign up in the near future. Family members who help elders may also find this class useful.

Medicare has strict enrollment periods, and this session will help  participants make timely decisions about drug plans and supplemental plans as well as many other issues.

There is no fee, but donations are appreciated. RSVP early if you are a caregiver and want help getting respite care for your elder so you can attend this event. For registration, directions or other details, call the Senior HelpLine at 1-800-642-5119.