All SCPP members receive television and telephone services at no extra charge when an inpatient at a Health Alliance hospital (Christ, University, Jewish, St. Luke, Fort Hamilton, and Drake Center) for an average savings of $8/day. 

Health Insurance Counseling

Professional insurance coordinators help members understand how Medicare works, and help to evaluate supplemental insurance, managed care (HMO) and long-term care insurance policies. These specialists also help to work out problems when they occur.

Senior Community Resource Guide

Available to members upon request, this handbook, developed by Cincinnati Area Senior Services, is a comprehensive guide to resources available to seniors in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. 

Physician and Community Referrals

The Senior Care Preferred Plus staff stands ready to help members find the appropriate resource to meet a particular need, including home health care, community health care services, medical supplies and equipment, wellness information, support groups and other community resources. 

Health Screenings

Senior Care Preferred Plus members are eligible for periodic health screenings conducted by health care personnel

Wellness and Educational Programs

Physicians and other health care professionals provide members with the latest health care information at educational programs held throughout the year. In addition, a variety of recreational programs, including parties, picnics, dances, and local and regional travel are offered. A quarterly calendar of events is sent to members via mail or e-mail.  To review our wellness programs, click here

Travel Opportunities

Members are eligible to attend a number of day and overnight trips scheduled throughout the year. Past trips have included excursions ranging from the Longaberger Basket Company and local Amish communities to New York City, Branson and Chicago. For a schedule of upcoming trips, click here

Introduction to Computers and the Internet

These classes give members a hands-on introduction to the basics of computers and how to use the Internet. Classes are held twice a month, every other month.

A Place for Mom

SCPP members have access to the nation’s largest eldercare referral service, A Place for Mom. They provide seniors and families with one-on-one guidance and assistance with resources about senior housing and eldercare options.

Prescription Discounts through Kroger Prescription Plans

SCPP members save on prescriptions exclusively at any neighborhood Kroger Pharmacy. Members receive the lowest prescription discount drug prices available at Kroger Pharmacies in Cincinnati and nationwide. Savings are also available via a convenient mail order service called Postal Prescription Services (PPS) that will send up to a 90-day supply of prescriptions directly to a member's home. Discounts vary, depending on prescription.

Members receive discounts at all Health Alliance hospital gift shops and cafeterias, including one free meal coupon worth up to $5.

Senior Care Preferred Plus offers two ways to save money on dental services. Using Cincinnati Dental Services or one of our participating dentists, members can save up to 20 percent. 

Discounts of up to 20 percent also are available through Thoma & Sutton Optical or Lenscraftersl.

A 24-hour emergency response system is recommended for those living alone who may be concerned about their safety. Senior Care Preferred Plus members can have Lifeline installed for free ($40 savings) and be comforted that help is just a moment away.  More information is available at www.lifelinesys.com. 

Home Health Services

SCPP offers members discounted prices on non-Medicare covered home health care services, such as home health aids, homemakers and companion services. For more information, contact Senior Care Preferred Plus.

Home Services Referral Network

HOCOA: Home Owners Club of America, a home services referral network, offers SCPP members 50 percent discounted memberships. HOCOA provides assistance by phone or online 24 hours/day for anything from maintenance and repairs to caterers for parties.

Members have access to professional legal services when they need them through this creative program. For a low monthly fee, Pre-paid Legal Services, Inc., offers members assistance on a variety of legal issues, including estate planning, contract reviews, bankruptcy, traffic tickets, will updating, and much more. More information is available at www.prepaidlegal.com/info/rickingle.

Rental Car Program

SCPP members may receive up to or over a 15 percent discount on Hertz or Avis standard daily, weekly, weekend and monthly rates at participating Hertz and Avis locations in the United States.

Independent You specializes in adaptive clothing and accessories for people with special physical needs. SCPP members will receive a 10 percent discount on any item sold in the store, located at 434 Springfield Pike in Wyoming, Ohio. You may also call 513-761-1866 for a free catalog to order by mail, or check out their website at www.independentyou.com

Calendar of events

Support Groups