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Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians Offers Free Online Classes for Homebound Seniors During COVID-19 Quarantine

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In a bid to keep seniors active and educated during the COVID-19 pandemic, Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians (COPC) has launched a series of free online classes for homebound seniors. The classes aim to provide spiritual relief, educate seniors on Medicare options, and promote social distancing. The virtual "Medicare 101" workshops will cover topics such as how Medicare works, what it covers, when to enroll, and how to avoid late enrollment penalties.

Key Takeaways:

  • COPC is offering free online classes for homebound seniors to keep them active and educated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The classes include virtual "Medicare 101" workshops, which will be led by Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians as part of the COPC Senior Care Advantage initiative.
  • The workshops will cover topics such as how Medicare works, what it covers, when to enroll, and how to avoid late enrollment penalties.
  • In addition to the Medicare 101 workshops, COPC is offering seminars to boost morale and help seniors stay mentally active, including "Returning to Joy" and "Iron Butterflies: Flying Forward Together" storytelling seminars.
  • The seminars will be led by professional guest speakers, including Kent and Cathy Larson, and Shelley Friend.
  • Seniors can sign up for the seminars by visiting the COPC Senior Care Advantage website and clicking on the "Medicare events" tab.

Statistics:

  • COPC has over 75 offices and serves over 450,000 patients.
  • The COPC Senior Care Advantage initiative aims to improve quality, efficiency, and patient experience for Medicare patients.
  • The virtual "Medicare 101" workshops will be held online, with reservations encouraged and information on how to participate will be emailed to attendees.

Sources:

  • Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians website (no date available)

SOURCE Central Ohio Primary Care

  • Press release: COPC Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians Offers Free Online Classes for Homebound Seniors During COVID-19 Quarantine (April 21, 2020)

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