Consumer Education Committee
Committee Chair:
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John Sisson, Prince George's and Worcester Counties
Committee Charge:
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The charge to the committee is to promote the well-being of the membership by helping them obtain the services and appropriate information in order to become informed consumers
Chair Responsibilities:
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Submit reports and attend Board of Directors Meetings and Annual Business Meetings
Collaboration with other Committees:
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Meet with existing committees to plan activities and to share information when appropriate
Committee Responsibilities:
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To promote the well being of retired school personnel by helping them to obtain the services and information to solve or avoid personal problems.
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To serve the membership as a source of information about available services and resources in their immediate communities.
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To serve as a source of information for consumer issues.
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To promote educational and service programs emphasizing health care, independent living, alternative housing options, consumer fraud, and legal measures.
The Consumer Education Committee publishes the Consumer Connection, a bi-monthly newsletter for local association presidents and Consumer Education Committee Chairpersons as a source of information about concerns and issues facing retirees.
Consumer Connection - November-December 2019
Consumer Connection - September-October 2019
Consumer Connection - July-August 2019
Consumer Connection - May-June 2019
Consumer Connection - Mar-April 2019
Consumer Connection-Jan-Feb 2019
For information on programs and services for older Marylanders and their families visit the Maryland Department of Aging website at: www.mdoa.state.md.us.
To print a copy of the FYI File click here (revised)! Or, to fill in/type info on form and print, click here.
To print a copy of the Medical Information Card click here!
Avoiding Scams and Fraud - download the Maryland General Attorney Consumer Guide
For more information on aging visit www.elderlawanswers.com, and www.eldercare.gov.