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Wishes do come true
Member offers to match dollar for dollar all donations toward items on the MnSF wish list.
By Linda Zelig |
Top Ten Wish List
Items needed by MnSF |
MnSF President's Column
Caring for a loved one is a big responsibility and it is important to remember that you do not have to be alone. |
MnSF-Metro President's Column
An attitude of gratitude envelops me while composing this, my first epistle as Metro Region president. |
Help MnSF grow; run for an office
By Eileen Iverson, MnSF vice president of programs
My tomatoes are well-rooted; my cucumbers are also growing. Fields seem to be doing well, though I still think farmers need to put a sign by the road so that I know what crop is growing. |
MnSF launches Best Buy Drugs outreach effort
The Senior Federation, in partnership with Consumers Union and the Minnesota Medical Association, is undertaking an ambitious effort to get free, unbiased information on effectiveness, safety and cost of prescription drugs into hands of consumers concerned about spiraling drug costs. |
Northwest transit forum is July 21
Transportation for seniors -- one of the keys for independence -- will be the topic of a community forum on current needs and future plans. |
Volunteer Services
Check out current volunteer opportunities with the Minnesota Senior Federation |
Health Plan Information Center offers much more than Part D information
The Senior Federation's Health Plan Information Center offers information about Medicare Part A, B and D as well as Medicare supplement and Advantage plans offered by private companies. The Center also helps people determine if they may be eligible for Medical Assistance (Medicaid) or other health care programs for low-income people. |
Testimony before congressional staff finds Medicare Part D needs fixing
MnSF members were among those who testified at a hearing at the Minnesota Capitol on May 31 regarding initial implementation of Medicare Part D. |
Hats off and a sincere thank-you to HPIC volunteers who helped hundreds through the Part D storm
The Senior Federation's faithful contingent of volunteer counselors in the Information Center served contacts from individuals, couples and families, professionals and agencies regarding Medicare beneficiaries with an average age of 71. |
Block Nurse Program offers help to stay in your home
Is it time to go into a nursing home, or are there options to get help to remain at home?
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From the regions
- Heartland looking for a few good men and women
- Northwest's to hold annual business meeting July 21
- North Star's next meeting is Aug. 11 in Hibbing
- Honetschlager recognized at South Central convention
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MnSF Members named to metro area affordable housing anti-racism team
Metropolitan Interfaith Council on Affordable Housing (MICAH) is a partner organization of the Minnesota Senior Federation and recently spearheaded an Anti-racism Team. MnSF affordable housing committee member and housing VISTA Jackie Stewart and committee member Shirley Kulevsky were among those named to the team. |
Mn Valley, Midwest and Southwest regions gather for 3rd annual combined convention
The 3rd Annual combined Convention for Minnesota Valley, Midwest and Southwest regions was May 15 at the American Legion in Spicer. |
Sorely needed property tax reform falls victim to broken promises
Legislative analysis
By Lee Graczyk, MnSF state director |
Take a trip with fellow MnSFers!
If you are looking for a fun day excursion this summer, consider one of the day trips being offered by the MnSF-Metro Region travel committee. Invite your friends to join you! It is a great way to introduce them to some of the programs offered by the Federation. |
Herman Kahl wins Metro Regon raffle
The 2006 MnSF-Metro Region raffle drawing was held June 6 |
The Light Touch
- Two patients from Virginia
Rain and Sunshine Old age Threads Ode to Bill
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