Updated 03/15/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. The personal health and safety of everyone… Read More
If you enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan or Part D plan by mistake or after receiving misleading information, you may be able to disenroll and change plans. Typically, you have the right to change plans if you:… Read More
When your child turns 18 it is presumed, they will be able to handle his or her own affairs unless a legal proceeding “Guardianship” gives some or all the responsibility for him or her to a parent or… Read More
What is estate planning? Estate planning is developing a definite plan for the administration and disposition of your property during life and at death. That is, it involves both handling your property while you are alive and deciding… Read More
What is a living will? A written or verbal statement that expresses your wishes regarding the type of medical care you choose to receive, including life-prolonging procedures and treatments, if your doctor and another agreeing doctor find that… Read More
Diabetes Support Group This support group is for anyone with Type 1 or 2 Diabetes. Varying topics are presented with informal support and discussion. A Registered Dietitian and a Mental Health Counselor will facilitate some sessions. On April… Read More
Beginning April of 2018, the government will start sending out new Medicare cards, launching a yearlong effort to reach 59 million people enrolled in Medicare. Prior to this, Medicare cards have the individual’s Social Security number on them. … Read More
Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information without your permission. They can buy things with your credit cards, get new credit cards, open a phone, electric or gas account, steal your tax refund, get medical care,… Read More
‘Tis The Season to Avoid Holiday Scams Scammers use the Holidays to glean your personal and financial information and infect your computer with identity-stealing malware. Here are the top 4 schemes, and how to avoid them. Bogus… Read More
Two college tax credits apply to students enrolled in an eligible college, university or vocational school. Eligible students include the taxpayer, their spouse and dependents. American Opportunity Tax Credit The American Opportunity Tax Credit, (AOTC) can be worth a… Read More
