Escapees September-October 2024

Simply put, group activities lead to longer and healthier lives. Grouper helps eligible members have access to and make the most of their current health plans activity bene fi ts. How Does it Work? Sign up and provide your health plan name so we can check your eligibility. Once your eligibility and group membership are con fi rmed, Grouper will send you an initial payment of $50. For each three months of activity after that, we will send $20, if you stay active and log into Grouper to report your in-person social activity! Participating in social activities related to your group can include attending events, meetings and gatherings as well as joining informal get-togethers with other members. Anything related to camping also counts, such as group activities at a campground (e.g. pickleball, bike riding, nature hikes, cornhole, card bingo, line dancing and quilt ing), volunteering as a camp host, hosting a get-together, driving to your next location, enjoying evenings by the camp fi re, taking RV education courses and going on RV tours. The key is to stay active and engaged with other RV enthusiasts through a variety of social and camping-related experiences. Why Your Health Plan is Supportive Medical and social research has shown that staying socially active can lead to longer, healthier lives by protecting against social isolation and loneliness. Grouper partners with health plan partners who agree! By staying active and having fun with friends, you can improve your mobility, cognition, mood, energy, memory and con fi dence. Bene fi ts of the Grouper Partnership for Members Over 65: • Financial Incentives: Receive an initial $50 payment to reimburse your membership dues after signing up and verifying your eligibility. • Activity Rewards: Let Grouper know about your social activities and get $20 every three months, just for having fun with friends. • Peace of Mind: Knowing that your health plan values support your social well-being.

TIFFANY GARAVAGLIA is the Marketing Program Manager at Grouper. In her role, Ti ff any works with organizations to promote the bene fi ts of Grouper to their members, ensuring they can stay active and engaged without fi nancial worry. Outside of her professional life, Ti ff any enjoys hiking, cooking and practicing yoga outdoors. hesitate to reach out to the Grouper team to discuss them. Their Member Engagement Team is ready to assist you with any ques tions or concerns. For more information, call 833 445-2400 or email info@ hellogrouper.com. Addressing Your Concerns We understand that you might be wary of new programs and cautious about providing your health plan information. Rest assured, Grouper administers a health plan bene fi t, and they are here to help you check if your current Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement plan includes it. They have a friendly “Member Engagement Team” ready to assist you with any questions or concerns. Contact them at 833-445-2400 or e-mail info@hellogrouper.com. They have also put together a detailed FAQ that answers common questions about Grouper. Join the Movement Today! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enhance your social connections and make the most of your membership bene fi ts. Sign up with Grouper on our website, check your eligibility and start enjoying the rewards of staying socially active. What’s Next: • Sign Up: Visit www.hellogrouper.com/ escapees to get started • Check Eligibility: Provide your contact information and health plan details. • GetNoti fi ed: Grouper will check your eligibility with your health plan and notify you of your status. • Membership Reimbursement: Receive your initial payment of $50 to help cover your Escapees RV Club membership dues. • Stay Active; Get Rewarded: Eligible members will be reminded to report participation in social activities. Once a member has reported three months, they will receive $20 for staying active. If you have questions, please do not

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ESCAPEES Magazine September/October 2024