A hand strategically halts a chain reaction of falling dominoes, preventing them from collapsing further. Just as Medicare Advantage helps prevent healthcare setbacks, seniors can stop the cascade of fall risks.

09.09.2023

Fall Prevention for Seniors: Assess Your Risk and Stay Safe!

Fall Prevention for Seniors: Asses Your Risk and Stay Safe! September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month, which offers a chance for you to do your fall risk assessment and to become proactive in keeping yourself safe. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 3 million seniors are tended to in emergency rooms every year for injuries related to falling, and approximately 20% of falls end with serious injuries, such as head injuries or broken bones.

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We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent [8] organizations which offer 8000 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Senior Healthcare Advisors,LLC., in California – SCH Insurance Agency represents Medicare Advantage [HMO, PPO, and PFFS] organizations and stand-alone PDP prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Members may receive a monthly or quarterly allowance in the form of a benefits prepaid card to pay for a wide range of approved healthy groceries and utilities. Unused amounts will expire at the end of the month or quarter. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal.

Not all plans offer all of these benefits. Benefits may vary by carrier and location. Limitations and exclusions may apply. Senior Healthcare Advisors, LLC., in California – SCH Insurance Agency is not connected/endorsed by a government entity. You also agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy. The benefits mentioned are part of a special supplemental program for the chronically ill. Not all members qualify. The benefits mentioned are Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI). You may qualify for SSBCI if you have a high risk for hospitalization and require intensive care coordination to manage chronic conditions such as Chronic Kidney Diseases, Chronic Lung Disorders, Cardiovascular Disorders, Chronic Heart Failure, or Diabetes. For a full list of chronic conditions or to learn more about other eligibility requirements needed to qualify for SSBCI benefits, please refer to Chapter 4 in the plan’s Evidence of Coverage.

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