Bates Area Civic Association

Medicare’s “Extra Help” program may help you pay for Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums, copayments, and deductibles. To qualify, you must make less than $16,755 a year (or $22,695 for married couples). Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some extra help. Your resources must also be limited to $13,070 (or $26,120 for married couples). Resources include bank accounts, stocks, and bonds, but not your house or car. Apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp or call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY users should call 1-800-325-0778). You can also apply through the Aging and Disability Resource Center which has a staff person at the Ward 5 office on Monday and Thursday. Call (202) 529-8701.