Saxman-Ketchikan Senior Center

10/17/2026

10/15/2026

We are less than ONE MONTH away from opening applications for our Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program!

Through this federally funded program, we help eligible households to assist with home energy heating costs. The amount of the benefit is determined on household income, size, fuel type, housing type, and geographic location.

We will begin accepting new applications on November 1 for individuals who are disabled or 60 years or older. For the general public, applications will open on December 1.

For more information, please visit thrha.org, or call our team at 907-780-6868.

10/14/2026

Caregivers—learn how to prioritize your own health and well-being while caring for a loved one. Our guide, Good Caregiving Starts with You, offers practical tips for setting boundaries, making time for yourself and recognizing the signs of burnout.

Read online or download the PDF: https://ow.ly/ce2n50ZXgsy

10/14/2026

You've read the notices. Now it's time to compare your options.

Medicare Open Enrollment begins tomorrow, October 15, and runs through December 7.

The notices you received this fall can help you identify changes to:
✅ Costs and copays
✅ Prescription drug coverage
✅ Provider and pharmacy networks
✅ Extra benefits

Even if you're satisfied with your current coverage, taking a few minutes each year to review your options can help ensure your plan continues to meet your healthcare needs and budget.

Not sure what a notice means or whether a change affects you? SHIP provides unbiased Medicare counseling to help you understand your options and make informed decisions.

10/14/2026

Seniors are always welcome to come to our Senior Center for Congregate Lunches Monday-Thursdays for some socialization with their lunch!

Loneliness, social isolation, and social disconnection are all related--but they don't mean the same thing.

Understanding what you're experiencing can help you find the type of connection and support you need. Learn the key differences and explore simp...

10/14/2026

VIRTUAL COMMUNITY FORUM FOR THE STATE PLAN FOR SENIOR SERVICES | At the Statewide Summit on Aging, on Saturday, October 17, the Alaska Commission on Aging (ACoA) will host a 45-minute public listening session for the next State Plan for Senior Services. ACoA is responsible for preparing Alaska's State Plan for Senior Services every four years, per Older Americans Act federal requirements. All Summit on Aging attendees are welcome to participate in-person (included in the event agenda), as well as anyone from the public who would like to participate online.

Join us via Zoom on Saturday, October 17th at 11:45 AM using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86737302976 https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FCL0%2Fhttps%3A%252F%252Fus02web.zoom.us%252Fj%252F86737302976%2F1%2F010101a1228d644c-2c15ffcd-9109-45bc-9130-b36c083a24f3-000000%2FYKCH_Wg_eT8mMrDkWu6olW6vLrmMbCIOsqGeT1ytTMg%3D452&data=05%7C02%7Cmichelle.fehribach%40alaska.gov%7C8fd0567cf7f948898ed008df265a1f38%7C20030bf67ad942f7927359ea83fcfa38%7C0%7C0%7C639271840679217162%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uePXPQQPfHwB3TcXnCWo%2BcvycbUQiEXl1MBVinDZ0DQ%3D&reserved=0 or call in using this phone number: 877-853-5247 (US Toll Free) and enter our Webinar ID: 867 3730 2976.

Read the Federal Fiscal Year 2024-2027 Alaska State Plan for Senior Services here:https://health.alaska.gov/media/aklposrp/ak_state_plan_for_senior_services_ffy_2024_ffy_2027.pdf

10/14/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Now more than ever, it is important to be diligent in protecting your information when you are online.

10/14/2026

Creating your personal my Social Security account and wondering about Login.gov and ID.me?

Here’s the important part:
Login.gov and ID.me are credential service providers that help you securely access your official my Social Security account.

Already have an account with one of them? You can use your existing credentials.

Don't have an account? We’ll walk you through the process: https://ow.ly/Vzr550ZTFfl

10/14/2026

Beginning in 2027, monthly Social Security benefits and SSI payments for 76 million Americans will increase by 3.6%. Get the details on our blog: https://ow.ly/hIGr50ZXyrh

10/13/2026