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Public Service Announcement, 11 / 2008
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Irene Collins, Commissioner

Dear Friends,

I am proud to announce that the Alabama Department of Senior Services: Fiscal Year 2008 Annual Report is now available. This report reflects the many services we provided statewide through our 13 Area Agencies on Aging. In 2008, we have seen the number of seniors who are eligible for our services and programs grow exponentially.

I am proud of what we have accomplished this year. During this time our focus has continued to be to promote the independence and dignity of those we serve through a comprehensive and coordinated system of quality services, as is evident in the scope of programs we administer.

We will have a new administration and new leadership coming in at the Administration on Aging to work with and I am confident that our programs will continue to thrive. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our state by working with what I consider to be the greatest resource we have – the seniors of Alabama. And I am looking forward to another successful year. Already this year, our State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) reached a record number of people during the 2008 Medicare Open Enrollment period.

Congress has approved the delay of the switch from analog to digital from February 17, 2009 to June 12, although some stations may still switch early. If you currently use rabbit ears to get reception, you may need another antenna in addition to the converter box. If you have not already prepared for the switch, call your local Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-AGE-LINE for more information.

It’s tax time again, and it’s important to remember that even if you do not work, you can file a return and receive the earned income tax credit. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites will be set up across the state to help file a return. To find a VITA site near you can download our Events Calendar or call 1-866-869-4921.

As always, if you need assistance from any of our programs, please call your local Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-243-5463. We are here to assist you in any way we can and look forward to continuing to work with you.

Sincerely,
Irene B. Collins
Commissioner