Medicare Part D open enrollment is nearly upon us and a local senior advocate is imploring DeWitt County seniors to make their appointments now.

Diane Cusey with Community Care Systems indicates Medicare Part D is the prescription drug program through Medicare seniors must be signed up if they are enrolled in Medicare.

According to Cusey, there are several changes to the program this year so it is important - as always - for seniors to come in and see her to review what plan they have and if there is a cheaper option for them.

Cusey indicates her appointments are already filling up so it is imperative for seniors who want her to help them get an appointment made. She says you won't need a lot of information when you come to the meeting but there are some basic things she will need.

To provide more convenience to DeWitt County seniors, Cusey will be in several locations over the next few months.

Cusey asks if you want to meet her at one of her satellite locations in the next few months to be sure to make an appointment by calling either her or that facility. Cusey can be reached at 217-518-8010.