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MnSF president's column
While visiting with a group of friends this past week the question came up, “If there is a disaster, are we prepared for it?” |
MnSF-Metro Region president's column
Trick or treat! “It was a dark and stormy night”... |
In Memorium:
Lloyd Belford, Federation member, volunteer |
Democracy is no good if nobody votes
"People never lie so much as after a hunt, during a war or before an election." |
Join the Legacy Society and support the Senior Federation
The Legacy Society was created to recognize, honor and more importantly, encourage significant giving to this organization. |
Luncheon to honor Peter Wyckoff and kick off his namesake endowment fund
The Minnesota Senior Federation will honor retiring Metro Region executive director, Peter Wyckoff, at a luncheon Jan. 30. All are welcome. |
Wyckoff to speak on MnSF's past and its future at South Metro meeting
Peter Wyckoff -- executive director of the Minnesota Senior Federation-Metropolitan Region for 33 years -- will be guest speaker at the MnSF-South Metro chapter meeting. |
Contact the Senior Federation for volunteer opportunities
For information about volunteer opportunities l
contact Margaret Kenneally at 651/783-5015
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Universal Health Care brochure and video now are available through MUHCC
How to get brochure and DVD on the work in health care reform. |
MnSF prescription drug cost presentations
Listing of MnSF presentations on Medicare Part D and cutting prescription drug costs free and open to the public.
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Medicare Part D enrollment period is coming soon
The Federation urges everyone to re-evaluate Part D, especially if you answer "yes" to any of the questions within. Counselors will help you get information about your unique situation and assistance enroll or change Part D plans using the on-line computer system. |
Federation’s Part D events offer valuable information
The Senior Federation would like to thank all those who attended the 2006 fall Medicare informational events. |
The 2007 edition of Health Care Choices due out soon
This definitive source on health care information for Minnesota seniors |
Political candidates address state convention delegates
The 2006 Minnesota Senior Federation convention Oct. 11 drew about 225 delegates to Maple Grove Community Center. A high-energy morning session found political candidates orating to the delegates. |
MnSF 2006-2007 priorities
Convention delegates voted on 2006-2007 federal and state issues prioritizations for the Minnesota Senior Federation. |
Congress must act now to counter dire consequences of Medicare inequity
Congress did not finish much of its key legislation prior to breaking for the election recess. At least three key Medicare issues need to be addressed, including physician payments, Medicare Part D and prescription drug costs. |
Raffle winners claim their prizes and support the Federation
Winning tickets for the Minnesota Senior Federation 2006 state raffle were drawn at the Oct. 11 state convention at Maple Grove Community Center. |
Pension Protection Act of 2006 offers pensioners some good news
This article focuses on some of the
retiree-friendly provisions of the Pension Protection Act regarding 401(k) and other types
of employee-sponsored profit-sharing plans and Individual Retirement
Accounts. |
From the regions
Northwest busy raising funds for MnSF activities
North Star has record as sales for holiday issue
Buffalo Ridge delegates win big at convention
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Remember those whom others have forgotten with Gifts for Seniors program
The Minnesota Senior Federation's St. Paul office will be an official collection site for the 13th annual Gifts for Seniors program, starting the week after Thanksgiving through the first week of January. Gifts for Seniors provides donated and personally delivered holiday gifts to the most isolated senior citizens in the metro area. |
Entertainment books offer members savings and help support the Federation
Minnesota Senior Federation-Metro Region is selling the 2007 Entertainment books as an organizational fundraiser for programs and services. |
Three myths about the SSI program
People are sometimes surprised to find that things they thought for years were true are actually false. Over the years I have found that this is often the case with Supplemental Security Income program. Consider these myths and realities. |
Travel discounts are one of the benefits of MnSF membership
Whether looking for a day or extended trip, consider travel opportunities available for members of the Minnesota Senior Federation. |
Cemeteries provide the stage for honoring and learning of our past
The Northfield Historical Society has just wrapped up its second annual presentation of Cemetery Stories - an event that honors local history and the dearly departed while providing its audience an educational and entertaining experience. |
Plan ahead with a will for the sake of those you'll leave behind
Most attorneys advising seniors and their children (who may be helping their parents), recommend a will or trust, Durable Power of Attorney, Living Will or Health Care Directive, and a long-term disability plan in the event of a nursing home placement. |
The ideal of 'going green' now extends itself to funerals
What is a green funeral? A green funeral is one that honors the environment as well as the dead. |
Let candidates know that you care about the issues that affect Minnesota seniors
The November election is close at hand and the question on everyone’s mind is whom to vote for. |
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Lost Soul
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