Julie Hilbert Sr Moment...

Here is the information covered today during my visit with Julie.

· Mailings from CMS, Social Security and Plans
· In October of 2008 the Medicare Part D plans will be sending out Marketing Materials to beneficiaries
· Plan - Termination letters if the plan will no exist in 2009
· Plan - Annual Notice of Change – outlining 2009 changes
· CMS will mail Medicare and You 2009 Handbooks
· Employer/Union Plans – Notice of Creditable Coverage

· Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D – to sign up or switch current plan is November 15th through December 31st
· Energy Assistance
Madison Number to set apts – 800-506-5596
Meet with rep. In FDL - 920-929-3445
104 S. Main St. Suite 711
Apply times run from October to May 15th
To Qualify: SS cards of people in home, Utility bill
All gross income for previous 3 months (everyone in home)
Income 2008-2009 Season:
$1300 a month or $15,600 per year for individuals
$1750 a month or $21,000 per year for couples
*Crisis funding – if get grant but doesn’t cover costs they can still get additional funding
· When I’m 65 Presentations
· October 13 at 10:00 a.m. – FDL Public Library
· October 21st at 8:00 a.m. – FDL Credit Union
· October 21st at 2:00 a.m. – Harbour Suites
· October 29th at 10:00 a.m. – FDL Senior Center

Mr Movie...

Here are today's new DVD releases...

What Happens in Vegas

Redbelt

August

My Sassy Girl

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden?

"Entourage"

This weeks Mr Movie...

Here are this weeks new DVD releases.

Street Kings

The Life Before Her Eyes

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

Prom Night

Recount

Constantine's Sword

One more tip from Mr Movie is House of Sand and Fog which was written and directed by the same guy that did The Life Before Her Eyes. This was a very well thought of film from 2003.

One other film mentioned this week is Edmond starring William H. Macy. This is a very difficult film but might be of interest to film buffs.

Mr Movie

Not much for new DVD releases today. No real blockbusters but there are a couple of interesting movies.

Smart People

CJ7

The Secret

Watching the Detectives

Felon

Julie Hilbert Visits...

Here is the latest from Julie Hilbert...

SENIOR MOMENT UPDATE

Federal Stimulus Payment
1. People need to file federal form 1040a in order to receive the rebate. It is not automatic.
2. “Stimulus Payment” needs to be written on the top of the 1040a form.
3. Forms can be obtained through FDL Senior Center, Public Library and Senior Services.
4. If people have already filed 2007 taxes (State and Federal) they are automatically going to be receiving the rebate. Nothing more needs to be done.
5. Anyone making over $3,000 in income such as social security, pensions, railroad retirement and the like will be eligible for a $300.00 rebate. People on straight SSI will not be eligible for this rebate.
6. People have until October 15, 2008 to file for this rebate.
7. The rebate will not be subject to tax nor will it be counted against any aid/assistance programs.

8. If you live in Wisconsin the 1040a form needs to be mailed to:
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service Center
Fresno, CA 93888-0015
Assistance is available September 15th starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Fond du Lac Senior Center. Please call them at 322-3630 to register.

Check Scams – There have been reports of people receiving fraudulent checks that look like they are from the Alzheimer’s Association. If you receive a check do not attempt to cash it and please call 1-800-272-3900. The checks are for $3,400 and they look like they are from Alzheimer’s Association and Wachovia Bank. The checks include the national office address and the helpline number. Watch out!
Tomorrow’s Home Foundation – Help Hand Assistance Program – Mobile/Manufactured Home Assistance – This program provides assistance to low-income factory-built homeowners that need critical home repairs. Eligibility guidelines exist. Please call Julie at 929-3521 for more information.

Mr Movie...

Here are today's new DVD releases...

Nim's Island

The Counterfeiters

Miss Conception

"Get Smart"

Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Collection 3

"Lonesome Dove"