Hudson to Host Senior Services Seminar in Salisbury

CONCORD, N.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) announced that he will host a seminar for seniors on Friday, November 20, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Rufty-Holmes Senior Center, 1120 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue South in Salisbury to discuss issues important to seniors, including Medicare Open Enrollment Period basics.

"As the ending of the open-enrollment period for Medicare approaches, the Senior Services Seminar will help answer questions for seniors and their families,"said Rep. Hudson. "I encourage folks in our community to join us as we discuss critical issues and benefits available to help seniors live easier, happier and healthier lives."

The open-enrollment period for Medicare beneficiaries happens annually from October 15 to December 7. This is the only time during the year, except in unique circumstances, when current Medicare enrollees are able to make changes to their existing health plans or prescription drug coverage.

Representatives from local organizations as well as state and federal agencies will be available to answer questions and provide information on benefits available for seniors. Invited organizations include: North Carolina Department of Insurance, Rowan Chamber of Commerce, Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center, Salisbury VAMC, Rowan County Senior Services, Rufty-Holmes Senior Center, NC Housing Finance Agency, Meals on Wheels of Rowan and the American Red Cross.

For more information or to RSVP, constituents should call Rep. Hudson’s Concord Office at (704) 786-1612.

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