Seniors who need assistance navigating the 2020 Medicare plan options can meet with a SHIP counselor at the Porter County Aging and Community Services offices, 1005 Campbell St. Trained State Health Insurance Program volunteers can offer one-on-one...

Community members are bringing their backgrounds and expertise to the conversation surrounding adult guardianship needs in Porter County. Porter County Aging and Community Services’ board of directors and staff members are working with these...

Porter County Aging and Community Services’ board of directors is examining initial steps toward establishing a more widespread adult guardianship program in Porter County. “We would love input from community members who have ideas or suggestions...

SHIP volunteers are available to guide seniors during the Medicare Open Enrollment period, which runs through Dec. 7. “It’s that time of year again to review your current health and drug plans and make changes for 2018, if you want,” said State...

Porter County Aging and Community Services recently marked its impact on the community during its annual meeting. The non-profit agency has the opportunity to serve through its transportation and ramp programs as well as its participation in the...

Porter County Aging and Community Services is launching a new season of its ramp program. The agency is seeking Porter County individuals who need assistance accessing their homes due to mobility issues. Renters must have permission from the...

The State Health Insurance Assistance Program counselors recently wrapped up their busiest time of year after welcoming new volunteers this season. During open enrollment, which ran from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, the five counselors recorded 197 client...

Medicare participants can change their plans during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period through Dec. 7. State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) volunteers are available to provide free and impartial counseling on Medicare choices as...

Porter County Aging and Community Services’ staff, board members and seniors recently gathered to mark another year of service at the agency’s annual meeting. Through the door-to-door demand response transportation program, the agency served 259...

Porter County Aging and Community Services staff, family and friends recently recognized Josephine Purevich for her years of service to the community. Purevich’s 27-year career was celebrated at a retirement luncheon at the Hebron Senior Center,...