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A Few Options Remain To Change Plans

Senior News

Question: I did not switch my insurance by the December 7 deadline and that may have been a mistake. What chance for change do I have? Answer: The Annual Open Enrollment has ended. There are 20 Special Enrollment Periods (SEP) that are available to individuals that meet those different SEP criteria. I am going to focus on two opportunities for switching plans, EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage) & those whose plan is no longer offered in 2026. EPIC is a New York State Pharmacy Assistance Program that provides secondary coverage when paying for your medications at the ...

James and Linda Weaver

Anniversaries

James and Linda Weaver of Jamestown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, with a dinner at the Landmark Restaurant. The dinner was given by their children Kim (Jamie) Miraglia and Joe (Michelle) Battaglia. Also celebrating with them were their grandchildren ...

What To Know About Enrolling In New Plans

Senior News

Question: I researched my options for insurance for 2026 and have enrolled. What do I do about my own plan? Answer: It depends. That is almost always my answer. But I also want to remind everyone; That there are many of you who have extra time this year to change your coverage, because your plan has been discontinued. So, if your coverage has been cancelled be sure to make a decision before the end of December, to get new coverage for the new year! Now back to your question! Let’s look at some of the possibilities. This Annual Enrollment Period (Oct 15 to Dec 7) is tied to ...

Fall Fest Brings Jefferson Community Together

Focus On Schools

The Jefferson Middle School community came together through its annual “Fall Fest” — a family event organized by the school’s Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team. Each year, the event brings together students, families, and community partners for an evening designed to ...

Hockenberry Builds Students Confidence, Connection

Focus On Schools

Collaborate. Persevere. Take Risks. That motto anchors Cristin Hockenberry’s math extension classes at Jefferson Middle School — and it’s a mindset that’s changing how students see themselves as mathematicians. As the building’s 7th and 8th grade math interventionist, ...