All posts by jchappell

June and Donald Pinkin

June and Donald have Medicare to thank for their home and health. Donald underwent back surgery after a year of excruciating pain and three cortisone shots that had no impact. Fortunately, Medicare and supplemental insurance covered all the costs. However, only a few month... Read more

Edie Fishman

Edie Fishman, 95, relies on Medicare to maintain her quality of life. Legally blind and living with osteoporosis, she depends on Medicare for doctor visits as well as treatments. Thanks to her guaranteed coverage, Edie can continue to reside comfortably and independently in h... Read more

Attend the Illinois Alliance’s State Convention

The Illinois Alliance for Retired Americans will be holding their statewide convention on September 22 and 23.... Read more

Attend the California Alliance’s State Convention

The California Alliance for Retired Americans will be holding their statewide convention on September 26 and 27. The convention will be held at the  Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815.... Read more

Celebrate Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security’s Birthday in St. James

Join the Missouri Alliance for Retired Americans as they celebrate the anniversary of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. Activists will hold a cake cutting ceremony and distribute information about the programs. Location: Missouri Veterans Home, 620 N Jefferson Stree... Read more

Celebrate Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security’s Birthday in St. Louis

Join the Missouri Alliance for Retired Americans as they celebrate the anniversary of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. Activists will hold a cake cutting ceremony and distribute information about the programs. Location: Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis and Clar... Read more

Celebrate Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security’s Birthday in New Haven

Join the Connecticut Alliance for Retired Americans as they celebrate the anniversary of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. Activists will hold a cake cutting ceremony and distribute information about the programs. Location: Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center, 255 G... Read more

Celebrate Social Security’s Birthday in Tucson

Join the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans as they celebrate the anniversary of Social Security. Arizona AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Rebekah Friend will address attendees. Activists will hold a cake cutting ceremony and distribute information about the programs. Locat... Read more

Celebrate Social Security’s Birthday in Albuquerque

Join the New Mexico Alliance for Retired Americans as they celebrate the anniversary of Social Security. Activists will hold a cake cutting ceremony and distribute information about the programs. Location: NM Federation of Labor, 2300 Buena Vista Dr, Suite #126, Albuquer... Read more