This Mother’s Day Help Mom Save Money on Prescription Drugs- Phoenix, AZ (April 4, 2008) -  People all over the country are helping their moms save as much as $3,600 per year on the cost of prescription drugs.  You can too!  We all know the high cost of medicine can be a burden on mothers who have limited income and resources.  But there is extra help — available through Social Security — that could pay part of her monthly premiums, annual deductibles and prescription co-payments.  The extra help could be worth up to $3,600 per year. 
        To determine whether your mother (or father) is eligible, the Area Agency on Aging, Region One’s Benefits Assistance Program (BAP) can assist you.  Please call the 24-hour Senior HELP LINE at (602) 264-HELP (4357) and ask for the Benefits Assistance Program. 
The Area Agency on Aging, Region One plans, develops and delivers services for seniors (60 years and older) and adults (18 to 59) with disabilities and long term care needs.  For services available to older adults, call the Area Agency’s 24-Hour Senior HELP LINE at 602-264-4357 (HELP).    —END—