Bill Herbert (left) opens a gift certificate to the Hermitage, his favorite restaurant in West Dover, Vermont. The gift was presented at a coffee held in honor of Herbert who is moving to Vermont with his wife after 43 years in Harvard. Said Herbert of the move, “It’s bittersweet.” (Photo by Lisa Aciukewicz)
On the road with COA
- Friday, June 7, Boston Public Library and Trinity Church. Seniors will attend an organ recital at Trinity Church and then have lunch at a nearby restaurant. We will leave Hildreth House at 9 a.m. and return by 3 p.m. The cost is $10 plus lunch. This event was rescheduled from April; anyone who signed up for the earlier date should reconfirm by calling the COA at 978-456-4120.
- Wednesday, June 19, Lowell Spinners. The COA’s Spinners party pack includes box seats behind home plate, a hot dog, ice cream and beverage, game program, and wait service during the game. The COA van will leave Hildreth House at 4:30 p.m. to allow time for a meal at the Lowell Beer Works or the stadium. Estimated return is 10:30 p.m. Cost for van, tickets, and party pack is $20.
Prescription Advantage
Even with insurance, high copayments and gaps in coverage can make paying for prescription drugs difficult. Prescription Advantage can help.
Prescription Advantage is a state-sponsored pharmacy assistance program available to Massachusetts residents age 65 and over, and under 65 with disabilities. It does not replace insurance, but supplements coverage to help lower out-of-pocket costs. Prescription Advantage will supplement all insurances including Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage plans, and drug coverage received from a former employer.
The plan also has benefits for seniors and disabled persons not eligible for Medicare. To learn more about Prescription Advantage call COA Director Debbie Thompson at 978-456-4120 or call 800-243-4636 and press 2.
