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Helping You Navigate Medicare

VA Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program

2023-09-15 13:00:00 2023-09-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Helping You Navigate Medicare Come learn about your Medicare options -- Parts A, B & D, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap, Dual Needs Plans and Long-term care insurance James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Friday, September 15
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-15 13:00:00 2023-09-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Helping You Navigate Medicare Come learn about your Medicare options -- Parts A, B & D, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap, Dual Needs Plans and Long-term care insurance James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Come learn about your Medicare options -- Parts A, B & D, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap, Dual Needs Plans and Long-term care insurance

Get ready for The Medicare Open Enrollment Period which occurs each year from Oct. 15th to Dec. 7th with Ashley R. Johnson M.A., Deputy Division Chief & Long Term Care Coordinator with the Division of Aging and Adult Services for the City of Alexandria, who will be leading these counseling sessions. 

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Ashley’s 11-year career and education has been dedicated to supporting older adults’ independence and dignity. Using her close ties to the community she is able to assist with overcoming barriers that often get in the way of achieving quality of life. She is committed to providing the best coordination of needs and resources for older adults in her community.  She comes to us from Hospice of the Chesapeake, where she worked developing relationships and partnerships with various community stakeholders.  Ashley became interested in the healthcare field after acting as an informal caregiver for several of her grandparents.  She takes great pride in being an advocate for great care.  She has also worked as the Lead Care Coordinator at Chesapeake Caregivers, also was the Lead Community Health Worker at Maryland Primary Care Program, and the Program Coordinator for a local non-profit serving older adults in Anne Arundel County, Partners in Care.  Ashley graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore County a Masters Degree in Management of Aging Services. She is certified in Mental Health First Aid, Medicare Counseling and Senior Medicare Patrol. 

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Each of the Alexandria Library branches is hosting a session during the month of September, so if you cannot make one date you can attend the next available one: 

James M. Duncan Branch

September 15th, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library

September 18th, 1:00pm - 3:00pm 

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Kate Waller Barrett Branch

September 26th, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch

September 27th, 1:00pm - 3:00pm 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Nutrition |

TAGS: | Medicare | Health Care |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Branch manager
Kayla Selsky

Hours
We're closed Monday May 26 due to Memorial Day
Mon, May 26 Closed
(Memorial Day)
Tue, May 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Parking: There is a small lot with 9 spaces.  On street parking is available.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1.3 miles) and King Street Stations (1.5 miles)
  • Metrobus: 10A, 10B
  • DASH Bus: 33

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events

Cancelled
Sun, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop-in event. Recommended ages 3-6

Mon, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jun 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where people can explore, learn, play, and evolve together - one breath at a time

Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Jun 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Ms. Naomi for an interactive story time that is full of adventure and fun!

Wed, Jun 04, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Drop in Conversational English language learning!

Wed, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Need some zen to help you wind down after a long day? 🧘‍♀️

Thu, Jun 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jun 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jun 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the titles chosen by fellow book club members! 📚 ☕

Thu, Jun 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Social group that focuses on nail painting and designs for members of the community. All materials will be provided. Ages 8-18.

Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+

Fri, Jun 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your best building brains!

Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Stretch, breathe and cultivate your connections with body-heart-mind-spirit

Sat, Jun 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more! 

Sun, Jun 08, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jun 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Friends of Duncan Library's Board Members discuss the Duncan Branch activities, fund raising actives supporting the Duncan Branch programs, collection needs and Alexandria Library community goals.

Tue, Jun 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Jun 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Wed, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob!

Wed, Jun 11, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Drop in Conversational English language learning!