{"id":2002,"date":"2025-08-15T11:03:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T15:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/?p=2002"},"modified":"2025-09-03T11:04:08","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T15:04:08","slug":"resources-for-thriving-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/2025\/08\/15\/resources-for-thriving-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources for Thriving Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/09\/Resources-for-Thriving-Seniors.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Resources for Thriving Seniors&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Resources for Thriving Seniors&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p class=\"p1\">Dear Neighbor,<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Seniors like you have spent decades contributing to the fabric of our community, and as a result, you deserve to have a joyful and secure retirement. While chaos continues to come from Washington as the Trump administration cuts crucial programs like Medicaid and food benefits, I\u2019m doing everything in my power at the state level to push back and ensure you have access to the benefits you\u2019ve worked a lifetime for.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you ever need assistance navigating state government or would like to share feedback or suggestions, please contact my office.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Working for you,<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/02\/Cavanagh_Mary_Signature.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Mary Cavanagh Signature&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Cavanagh_Mary_Signature&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/09\/MDS_250611-3323.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Seniors like you have spent decades\ncontributing to the fabric of our community,\nand as a result, you deserve to have a\njoyful and secure retirement.&#8221; title_text=&#8221;MDS_250611-3323&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;29.9px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Mary Cavanagh<br \/><\/strong>State Senator<br \/>District 6<br \/><a href=\"SenatorCavanagh.com\">SenatorCavanagh.com<\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/09\/Cavanagh-Contact.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Senator Cavanagh Contact Footer&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Cavanagh Contact&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/09\/Guarding-Against-Spam-and-Scams-scaled.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Guarding against spam and scams&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Senior lady with smartphone&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h1>Guarding Against Spam and Scams<\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3 class=\"p1\">Be Aware of Toll Road Scams<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">MDOT reminds all drivers that Michigan does not have toll roads and will never solicit payment via text or include threatening verbiage to avoid late fees or harsher penalties.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\">To stay safe, please remember that government agencies:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\">Will <span class=\"s1\">NOT<\/span> request personal information through email, over the phone, or text.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\">Will <span class=\"s1\">NEVER<\/span> demand money through email, over the phone, or text. They <span class=\"s1\">WILL<\/span> mail you a notice and offer payment options.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\">Do <span class=\"s1\">NOT<\/span> ask for or take payment by prepaid gift card, wire transfer, cryptocurrency, or a payment app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3 class=\"p1\">Protect Yourself from Medicare Scams<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">If you have questions or concerns about your <span class=\"s1\">Medicare coverage, <\/span>contact Medicare directly at <a href=\"Medicare.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Medicare.gov<\/a> or by calling 800-633-4227.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Fraudsters posing as Medicare \u201crepresentatives\u201d are calling unsuspecting consumers about their Medicare coverage and asking for Medicare ID numbers or other personal information, such as a Social Security Number or date of birth. Once scammers have this information, they can use it to make unauthorized changes to your Medicare plan.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cavanagh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/09\/5-Tips-to-Stay-Protected.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;5 Tips to Stay Protected&#8221; title_text=&#8221;5 Tips to Stay Protected&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h1 class=\"p1\">Reining in Skyrocketing Prescription Drug Costs<\/h1>\n<p class=\"p3\">The burden of high drug costs falls hardest on our most vulnerable residents \u2014 seniors, children, and those managing chronic conditions. But legislation passed by Senate Democrats will create a Prescription Drug Affordability Board that gives the state a vital tool to protect consumers and bring much-needed fairness, transparency, and accountability to drug pricing in our state. The legislation, Senate Bills 3-5, will lower prescription drug costs for working families and make life-saving medications more accessible and affordable. 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