Newsletter

Nominations … Jan Delucchi

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To the members of our Chapter: we are asking you to volunteer for some very important positions to keep our Chapter running. It is up to you now. PLEASE call me, 408-379-7587, or email me at gmomjan1@sbcglobal.net, or see me at the next Chapter meeting to see how you can help. We have been a Chapter for over 20 years because our members volunteered when needed.

Eliminating AARP Snail Mail…Angie Jaggars

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If you no longer wish to receive certain mailings from National AARP, follow these instructions:

  1. Call the phone number on the back of your membership card.
  2. Say “suppress” to be connected with a representative.
  3. State what mailings you are no longer interested in — be specific, i.e., car insurance, health insurance, life insurance, etc.

Allow 12 weeks for processing.

Legislative News … Daniel Nnorth and Claudia Schott

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On the AARP front, survey results are being released in conjunction with the launch of AARP’s national campaign to convince federal and state lawmakers to curb out-of-sight prescription drug prices. The “Stop Rx Greed” campaign will promote AARP’s four solutions to runaway drug costs. Stop price gouging by allowing Medicare and states to use their vast buying powers to negotiate for lower drug prices and allowing state attorneys general to take legal action against drug manufacturers for excessive drug price hikes.

  • Stop price gouging by allowing Medicare and states to use their vast buying powers to negotiate for lower drug prices and allowing state attorneys general to take legal action against drug manufacturers for excessive drug price hikes.
  • Increase access and affordability of prescription drugs by capping out-of-pocket costs for consumers, expanding the availability of state pharmaceutical assistance programs, allowing states to safely import prescription drugs from other countries and protecting a recent Medicare improvement that helps beneficiaries with high prescription-drug costs.
  • Close loopholes that allow drug manufacturers to delay or even block the development of lower-cost generics, and ban deals that allow pharmaceutical companies to pay generic firms not to bring a competing product to market.
  • Support laws that promote transparency by requiring drug makers to justify dramatic price increases.

“Americans are paying the highest prescription drug prices in the world,” says Nancy LeaMond, AARP executive vice president and chief advocacy and engagement officer. “It’s time for pharmaceutical companies to stop deflecting blame and acknowledge that the root cause is the price they set for their products.”

AARP is encouraging us to focus on this campaign and get updates on this and other federal campaigns by going to action.aarp.org to sign up for the alerts.

Community Service … Leona Fails

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Stanford Blood Center is new in the neighborhood — at 295 E. Hamilton Ave., Campbell, CA 95008. Did you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? Be a lifesaver. Make an appointment to donate at sbcdonor.org or call 1-888-723-7831.

FREE Programs/Services for Cancer Patients … Barbara Robinson

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Call 1-800-227-2345 or go to cancer.org for the American Cancer Society’s numerous free services & information. It’s an amazing organization before, during & after cancer. FYI…. donations are tax deductible. Local office is at 747 Camden Ave, Ste B, Campbell. Feel free to contact Barbara Robinson to receive a flyer by email.

FIGHT CANCER at the “RELAY FOR LIFE” Event: April 6th @ 4:45 pm at AVAYA STADIUM. Get Tickets at https://fevo.me/2SxJag5 San Jose Earthquakes Team attending.

Opportunity Drawing

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April Drawing:

Three Tickets for $1.00 – April 16, 2019

MOD Pizza in Campbell $25 Gift Card
(Thanks to Angie Jaggars)

Best Taste Restaurant in Campbell $10 Gift Card
(Thanks to Angie Jaggars)

Mystery Prize (Thanks to Barbara Robinson)

Good Luck

March Opportunity Drawing Winners:


Blue Sky Restaurant winner was Helen Kao

The Garret winner was Kathy Mattingly

Campbell Express winner was Jane Seeds

Bouquet of Shamrocks winner was Paddy Wray

Membership Application (Please Print)

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I wish to renew my membership or join the AARP Campbell Area Chapter 5151. I have included a check for my annual chapter dues which include our newsletter, The Dispatch. Membership fee is $17 with the Dispatch sent by regular mail. If you would like your Dispatch sent via e-mail, membership fee is $14, which includes a $3 discount, as we save on printing & mailing costs. I am a member of the National Organization.
National AARP No. (Required) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Expiration Date . . . . . . . . . . . E-Mail Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amount Paid $ . . . . . . . . . Check #. . . . . . . . . .NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[ ] New Member* (see below) ADDRESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [ ] Renewal
CITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . STATE . . . . . . . . . . . . ZIP CODE _ _ _ _ _ — _ _ _ _ PHONE (. . .. . . .) . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SIGNATURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DATE . . . . . . . . . . . *How did you hear about our chapter? ______________ Age Group? 55-65 ( ) 66-75 ( ) 76+ ( )
Please make checks payable to AARP Campbell Area Chapter 5151.

Volunteer Hours

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PUT THIS REPORT IN THE PURPLE ENVELOPE MONTHLY AT SIGN-IN TABLE!
LIST TOTAL HOURS FOR THE MONTH / NUMBER OF DIFFERENT TIMES
VOLUNTEER HOURS REPORT:

NAME: _______________________________ MONTH: _________________

ADVOCACY/LEGISLATION ______ /______

EDUCATION ______/______

FUNDRAISING ______/______

HEALTH/WELLNESS / HUNGER ______/______

CARE/NURSING HOME ______/______

TEACHER: DRIVER SAFETY / TAX AIDE ______/______

OTHER_________________________________________________________

Program … Paddy Wray

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With the effects of overuse and underuse of our bodies or hereditary health problems, many of us at AARP are suffering with pain in varying degrees. You’ve heard about cannabis for years, both positive and negative. Now that it’s legal in California, let’s explore cannabis with Mr. Tim’s knowledge and your questions regarding cannabis, its benefits and side effects. We should have a good program we can all learn from. Even if you are not personally interested in cannabis, you can show off your knowledge at your next bridge game!