HEALTH RESOURCES
There are already valuable resources in our communities. As we form our Village, we will strive to coordinate with and complement the services that they already offer. This short list offers a few government resources. We will review other resources as we develop.
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Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment Period is from October 15-December 7. During this period, individuals who qualify for Medicare can renew or change Medicare policies.
For instance, if you have an Original Medicare plan but want to switch to a Medicare Advantage plan, you can do so during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period. Should you miss your Initial Enrollment Period as well as the Open Enrollment Period, you might have to pay a small penalty fee to obtain Medicare coverage.
In addition to offering standardized coverage, Medicare Advantage plans include options such as prescription drug coverage, vision and hearing coverage, dental coverage, and more. These plans are particularly beneficial for those who require additional health support for hearing, vision, dental, or prescription drug coverage.
Original Medicare beneficiaries can enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan during the regular Medicare Open Enrollment Period.
Medicare Part D is an optional plan available to all Medicare beneficiaries. The program provides prescription drug coverage and gives enrollees a discount on prescription medication.
During the regular Medicare Open Enrollment Period you may:
- Join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.
- Change from one Medicare Prescription Drug Plan to another.
- Drop your Medicare prescription drug coverage altogether.
Medigap insurance is supplemental insurance that can help people obtain more health insurance coverage for medical problems. Medicare Supplement plans (Medigap) covering a portion of the expenses not included by Original Medicare.
Medigap can be a good insurance policy option for people who need a little more help with the financial side of health insurance, in addition to closing health insurance coverage gaps they may have.
The best time to buy a Medigap policy is during your 6-month Medigap Open Enrollment Period (when you turn 65). During this window, you will get better prices and a wider choice among policies. Even if you have existing health conditions, insurers cannot refuse coverage or charge you a higher premium.
If you miss the initial window, Medicare beneficiaries can apply for Medigap coverage during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period. However, if you apply for Medigap coverage after your initial Medigap Open Enrollment Period, there’s no guarantee you will be accepted if you don’t meet the medical requirements.
- Tap into the Medicare website - Medicare Open Enrollment Link
- Sign up for an appointment with ServiceLink - ServiceLink Medicare Learning Center
- Consult your insurance professional
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https://www.servicelink.nh.gov
Aging and Disability Resource Center. Links to information and support services within the community.
NH CarePath
https://www.nhcarepath.dhhs.nh.gov
Connects you to a range of information, assistance, and care throughout New Hampshire, from caregiver resources and services for aging, disability and independent living to counseling and financial planning tools. NHCarePath also connects you to statewide partners that provide services and supports.
NH 211
https://www.211nh.org/
211 NH is the connection for New Hampshire residents to the most up-to-date resources they need from specially trained Information and Referral Specialists. 211 NH is available 24 hours, 365 days a year. Multilingual assistance and TDD access is also available. For those outside of New Hampshire, call 1.866.444.4211. 211 NH is an initiative of Granite United Way and relies on the generosity of donors and partners like Eversource, the State of New Hampshire, Volunteer NH and local United Ways.
NH Easy Gateway to Services
https://nheasy.nh.gov/#/
This website, managed by the NH Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) helps individuals and families find and receive assistance programs including Medical, Child Care, Nutrition, and Community Services.Department of Health and Human Services
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Portsmouth Regional Hospital
333 Borthwick Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-436-5110
https://portsmouthhospital.com/
Exeter Hospital
5 Alumni Drive
Exeter, NH 03833
603-778-7311
https://www.exeterhospital.com/
Wentworth Douglass Hospital
789 Central Avenue
Dover, NH 03820
603-742-5252
http://wdhospital.org/
Frisbie Memorial Hospital
11 Whitehall Road
Rochester, NH 03867
603-778-7311
https://frisbiehospital.com/
York Hospital
3 Loving Kindness Way
York, ME 03909
207-351-2273
https://www.yorkhospital.com/
Wentworth Douglass Hospital – Pease Campus - Outpatient
67-121 Corporate Drive
Portsmouth, NH 03801
844-937-3273
https://www.wdhospital.org/wdh/portsmouth
Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital - Pease
105 Corporate Drive
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-501-5500
https://www.northeastrehab.com/locations/pease/
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In addition to the acute care hospitals noted above, there are these additional resources in the greater Seacoast area.
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PORTSMOUTH AREA WDH Immediate Care Walk-In, ConvenientMD Urgent Care ClearChoiceMD Urgent Care Access Walk-In Injury Clinic |
EXETER AREA ConvenientMD Urgent Care Access Walk-In Injury Clinic ClearChoiceMD Urgent Care |
DOVER AREA WDH Express Care, Dover WDH Express Care, Lee ConvenientMD Urgent Care |
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New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services
129 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301-3852
(603) 271-5007
https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dcbcs/bbh/index.htm
Seacoast Mental Health - Portsmouth
1145 Sagamore Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-431-6703
https://smhc-nh.org/
Seacoast Mental Health - Exeter
30 Prospect Street
Exeter, NH 03833
603-772-2710
https://smhc-nh.org/
Portsmouth Regional Hospital - Behavioral Health Unit
333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-433-5270
https://portsmouthhospital.com/specialties/behavioral-health
Frisbie Memorial Hospital - Senior Mental Health Services
11 Whitehall Road, Rochester, NH 03867
603-335-8871
https://frisbiehospital.com/specialties/senior-mental-health
NAMI - New Hampshire
85 North State Street
Concord, NH 03301
603-242-6264
https://www.naminh.org/
Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline
800-272-3900
https://alz.org/
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