Gain an Understanding of the Changes Coming to Health Care at Peters Library

To help the community get a better understanding of upcoming changes to their health care, the League of Women Voters of Washington County, the Peters Township Chamber of Commerce, and the Peters Township Public Library will host “The Affordable Care Act at a Glance” at 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, April 20 at the library.

Through a panel discussion format, the program about the Affordable Care Act will provide basic information about the parts of the law that will take effect in 2014 and explain the new way that individuals families, and small businesses will be able to get health insurance.

Whether you are uninsured or currently have coverage, you will learn how to explore your new options for insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Small business owners can hear a recap of provisions already in effect, the impact of future provisions, and the actions needed to maintain compliance. Learn more about “Exchanges”—organizations where individuals and small businesses will be able to purchase health insurance.

The panelists for the discussion include:

• Jerry M. Bonenberger, Senior Account Executive at BABB, Inc.
• Patricia Raffaele, Vice President, Advocacy & Communications at the Hospital Council of Western Pennsylvania
• Pennsylvania State Senator Matt Smith, representative of the 37th Senatorial District

Register for the free program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, visit the library circulation desk or call 724.941.9430. Light refreshments will be provided.

The program is offered as part of National Library Week and is in accord with the library’s motto of “Providing Resources to Lifelong Learners.”