Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Southeast Texas

08/03/2026

Enroll in our program to be added onto our emergency insurance plan to begin your volunteer journey and also train to become an SMP volunteer to share information on Medicare Fraud.
*You must be 55 years or older to be eligible.

Happy National Friendship Day! A great way to make new friends is through volunteering. Join the fight against Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse by volunteering with your local !

07/29/2026

Can you stop the scammer? Play the SMP Fraud Busters interactive game to test your fraud knowledge. Learn how to prevent scams by going through a day in the life of a person avoiding email, phone, and in-person scams.

Play the game today!
📱https://onelink.to/smpfraudbusters

07/28/2026

Some Medicare beneficiaries are receiving new Medicare cards with new numbers. Medicare is sending these new cards with a letter explaining why a new number has been issued. If you aren’t sure if mail from Medicare is legitimate, call 1-800-Medicare and ask.

07/27/2026

Always check your statement before you pay your bill! Stay aware.

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07/23/2026

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The TXSMP team is here to help you in any way we can! 🫂

Call us at 888-341-6187 or visit texassmp.org for more information

07/23/2026

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Scam warning! Medicare beneficiaries are being tricked into signing up for hospice when they thought they were signing up for a program that offered things like money, care items, and Ensure drinks. Check your Medicare statements for hospice charges and report any concerns to the SMP.

07/22/2026

Be aware! Today’s hot weather will be extreme.

“Extreme Heat Warning
From Wed 11:00 am until 8:00 pm CDT
2 of 3
Action Recommended
Execute a pre-planned activity identified in the instructions
Issued By
Houston/Galveston - TX, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
Portions of south central and southeast Texas
Description..EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 116 expected.

WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Texas.

WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening.

IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.”

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07/22/2026

Emergencies don't send a calendar invite. 🫣🧰 Make sure you have the essentials before you need them, because being prepared is always a good look. ✅ Check out our Emergency Preparedness List and start building your kit today: https://bit.ly/3HRRl1r

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

If you or someone you know has been impacted by severe flooding in Texas, know that help is available. Reach out to 2-1-1 Texas for access to resources.

For more information, visit: www.211texas.org