Senior Radio Buffalo episode #543- 10/05/24
Segment 1 (4:51): We start the show with Kerry Peak, Director of the Cheektowaga Senior Center. Kerry tells us what it is that they offer that gets Seniors in the door- University Express Classes. If you’re wondering if a Senior Center is for you, this will get you to try it out and then see all of the other amazing things they offer! You will want to hear about these classes. Kerry gives us all of the information you need. Next she tells us about Senior Center Trivia and how you play against other Centers. Then Kerry tells us how as things change in their area (for example rules changing for Real ID), they will have people come in to help their members with these changes. Finally, Kerry tells us about the health screenings and programs they provide. Please be sure to tune in and find out all about their incredible services. To learn more, please visit HERE!
Segment 2 (20:13): Then we are joined by Mr. Fitness- Richard Derwald. Richard is also a Senior Consultant over at Erie County Senior Services. Richard shares with us what he is doing to improve his life everyday. Richard then shares with us that what holds you back is all in your mind. The body’s full power is what is in your mind. Richard and Linda get into a wonderful conversation about envisioning what you want and how you cannot let that go if you want to achieve your dreams. Finally, we discuss our huge fear of failure. For information about Erie County Senior Services, please call 716-858-8526.
Segment 3 (34:52): Our next guest is Mickey Kearns who serves as Clerk of Erie County. Today we are talking about the changes with Real ID. First hear the hard date that you have to have this ID by. Then Mickey tells us why not carrying around your passport all of the time is important. Then he tells us the benefits and extra cost of getting an Enhanced ID. This license will cure a lot of headaches in the future. Then we discuss how you can get an Enhanced Non-Driver ID that is the same as an Enhanced ID if you don’t drive. Mickey then tells us how they’re encouraging people to get it done now as to not have to wait in longer lines for people to procrastinate. Finally he tells us how they’re being proactive in this to save Seniors some money. To find out more, please visit HERE!
Segment 4 (48:54): We wrap up the show with Sally and Karen from Clarity Group. Open Enrollment begins October 15th and it’s the time to enroll or to make changes to your current Medicare Plan! First Sally tells us when they can start making the changes and where you can make an appointment with them. Then Karen tells us about their new location and the location they moved out of. Karen also tells us their flexibility when it comes to booking an appointment with them. Finally, Sally tells us you have so many choices when it comes to your Medicare Plan and you are not stuck with the one you have had for years, especially when there are some pretty significant changes coming up this year. To learn more or to schedule an appointment with the incredible team at Clarity Group, please call 716-393-3437 or visit HERE!