Community News · Stanislaus County
Stanislaus Medicare Forums Oct. 20, 26; Two Plans Ending Coverage
Public forums in Stanislaus County will educate residents about 2027 Medicare changes during the Oct. 15–Dec. 7 open enrollment period. The Central Health Plan will stop offering its Medicare Advantage plan effective Dec. 31, and the Aetna Silver Script Part D prescription drug plan is also leaving the county. An Oakdale forum runs Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Gladys Lemmons Senior Center, 450 E. A St.; a Turlock forum follows Oct. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Turlock Senior Center, 1191 Cahill Ave. Speakers will review Medicare Advantage plan options and projected Part B premium increases. Residents affected by the departing plans can schedule HICAP counseling at 209-558-4540.