the County Senior Services Agency.

the County Senior Services Agency. During this time, he received foil Social Security benefits for a nine month “trail work period” and them for the three month “grace period” before his Social Security checks stopped. Over the next several years, he experienced additional health problems, including a kidney transport. Each time he fought back. For 36 months after his trial work period, Jason was allowed to received Social Security disability benefits for any month he was unable to work enough to earn at least $500. Medicare coverage continued during this period, providing help with doctor bills. If you are disabled and want help in getting back to work, you should call your State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, listed in the telephone book under “State of Virginia.” You should also contact your local Social Security office or call Social Security’s toll-frre number, 1-800-772-1213, business days between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. to find out how work incentives can help you while you are on the road back to work. (Editor’s note: Bruce Hundley is the manager of the Social Security office in Culpeper, which serves Rappahannock County residents.) Remember Your Iunvd Ones During American Heart Association's Manorial Month

You can keep a loved one’s memory alive through a donation to the American Heart Association Memorial Program in their name. If you’ve known the sorrow of losing someone you love to heart disease, then you can truly understand how important a contribution can be. Your memorial donation to heart research and education may prevent another loss. Memories are precious and should be kept alive. Your loving memory of someone dear could save lives, and bring others brighter prospects for tomorrow. Contact your local American Heart Association or the Virginia Affiliate (1-800-HE ARTLINE.) American Heart Association Virginia Affiliate