Thursday, December 6, 2012

ASCOG Aging Advocate December 6, 2012


Happy Thursday!  Have you finished your Medicare shopping yet?

On this date in 1973, the U.S. House of Representatives confirmed Gerald Ford as the 40th Vice President of the United States, replacing Spiro Agnew.  Which constitutional amendment that made this possible?



Out of concern for American sovereignty, the U.S. Senate rejected the treaty on disabilities.

Despite having more aging drivers on the roads, fewer wrecks are expected.

Between 1990 and 2010 the average American life expectancy has risen by four years.

In the controversy over Medicare and the rising deficit, raising rates for the wealthy, raising the eligibility age and reducing costs are all plans being discussed as the fiscal cliff approaches.

The AARP Foundation explains how caregivers do not have to "do it alone."

Medicare open enrollment ends tomorrow!



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