Mayor Heartwell calls My Medicare Matters the kind of help seniors have been
asking for as they make Medicare Part D decisions

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The event will feature workshops on the following topics:

SAT and SAT II Preparation
Undocumented Students
Learning Disabilities
Student Loan and Financial Aid Options

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Media will have an opportunity to see some 250 high school
students and parents as they learn about educational and
career opportunities.

WHEN: Saturday, April 16, 2005, 9 a.

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"The goal of My Medicare Matters(TM) is simple ," said Sandra Davis, Area
Agency on Aging of Western Michigan. "The program exists to help seniors and
persons with disabilities to make the best possible choices for their
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My Medicare Matters will be
at Pilgrim Manor again Friday, February 24 from 10:00 a.m.

About The National Council on the Aging
Founded in 1950, the National Council on the Aging is a national network
of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and
independence of older persons and to increasing their continuing contributions
to communities, society and future generations.

About The Gymboree Corporation
The Gymboree Corporation's specialty retail brands offer unique,
high-quality products delivered with personalized customer service..

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WHAT: Students and parents from Foshay Learning Center will come
together for information sessions and workshops regarding
post -secondary educational and career opportunities for
students.

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offers directed parent-child developmental play programs at 524 franchised and
company-operated centers in the United States and 25 other countries. The
information booths, which will be set up outside on the Foshay
campus, will also provide nice photo opportunities of students
and parents making the rounds with various colleges and
universities as they seek to plan their futures. to 2 p.

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We want them to be aware that they may qualify for extra financial
assistance though the Medicare Low-Income Subsidy.m.

The schedule of events is regularly being updated and can be found on
http://www. It is
sponsored by the National Council on the Aging and the Access to Benefits
Coalition, with support from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, L.. Some employers,
including MWH Global, Citibank and Los Angeles World Airports,
will be on hand to discuss career opportunities in corporate
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holding public education events at other area locations in the coming weeks:
- Downtown Center, Grand Rapids, Feb.m.m.P.

The Gymboree Corporation to Report First Quarter Earnings on May 18 2005

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, Seniors in the Grand Rapids
area can now get assistance in understanding their options for prescription
drug coverage at events like the one held today at Pilgrim Manor. My Medicare
Matters (TM) educators equipped with the latest technology are helping seniors
and persons with disabilities learn about their coverage choices based their
prescriptions, preferred pharmacies and financial situation., U.net

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My Medicare Matters(TM) combines technology and trained educators to
provide one-on-one assistance for seniors and others with Medicare . to noon - Information Sessions
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It is sponsored by The National Council
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The live broadcast of the discussion of first quarter 2005 earnings
results will be available to interested parties at 1:30 p.m.

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"This is especially true for seniors with limited
incomes. Mobile
education teams will be traveling to events sponsored by trusted, community-
based organizations in Allegan, Kent , Muskegon, and Ottawa counties throughout
the Part D enrollment period ending May 15, 2006.
- City of Wyoming Senior Center, Wyoming, Mar. 13, 10:00 a.m.

ADVISORY/The Riordan Programs at UCLA Anderson School of Management to Host Academic/Career Day at Foshay Learning Center

A Spanish-English translator will be on
hand and parents will provided with translation headsets to
guide them throughout the morning information sessions.
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The Riordan Programs, founded by businessman and former Los
Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan and UCLA Anderson Professor
William Ouchi, foster diversity in the business community.

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The My Medicare Matters(TM) program is an unprecedented effort to help
people with Medicare assess their personal situations, understand their
choices , compare plan options, and make the right enrollment decisions for
their health and financial situations .m. - 12:00 p. - 2:00 p.

NOTE: Gymboree and Janie and Jack are registered trademarks of The
Gymboree Corporation.

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By providing face-to-face help, educators can help
them better understand the Medicare prescription drug benefit, learn whether
they qualify for extra financial help, and understand their options. to 2:00 p.m. To listen to the live broadcast over the Internet,
please log on to http://www.com and janieandjack. Janeville is a trademark of The Gymboree Corporation.m.

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"Many Pilgrim Manor residents and seniors throughout the area are trying
to understand their choices for Part D coverage," said Grand Rapids Mayor and
Pilgrim Manor CEO George Heartwell. "My Medicare Matters(TM) provides the
kind of assistance these seniors have been requesting, with trained educators
walking them though their options, answering their questions and helping them
be prepared to make an informed choice."
Anyone planning to attend a My Medicare Matters(TM) education session
should bring the following with them:
- A current list of prescriptions, including dosage strengths and
instructions
- Medicare and/or Medicaid card
- A list of preferred pharmacies
- Any correspondence from former employers, a Medigap insurance provider,
or government agencies about the new Part D Medicare drug benefit

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program encourages and prepares high school and college
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disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue higher education and
careers in management.

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- 2:00 p." A replay of the call will be available two hours
after the broadcast through midnight ET, Thursday, May 25, 2005 , at
800-642-1687, passcode 6110917, as well as archived on our Web site at the
same location as the live Webcast.

The event is sponsored by The Riordan Programs at UCLA
Anderson School of Management and was organized by members of
its Fellows Program to provide career and higher education
opportunities to members of one of Los Angeles'
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Grand Rapids Seniors Get One-on-One Help Understanding Their Prescription Drug Plan Options from Trained My Medicare Matters Educators at Pilgrim Manor

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About My Medicare Matters (TM)
My Medicare Matters(TM) is a comprehensive community-based education
program to help people with Medicare and their families understand the new
Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, assess their personal situation,
understand their choices, compare plan options and make the enrollment
decision that is right for their health and their financial situation.

Contact: Kelly Arledge, 614 . SAN FRANCISCO, The Gymboree Corporation
(Nasdaq: GYMB) today announced it will report first quarter earnings on
Wednesday, May 18, 2005 after the market closes rather than on Thursday,
May 19, 2005 as previously announced.

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April 30, 2005, the Company operated a total of 647 stores: 575 Gymboree(R)
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Jack(R) retail shops and 15 Janeville(TM) stores in the United States.

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"Access to prescriptions can have a significant impact on health and
quality of life for the aging so it's important that seniors and their
families become informed , understand their options and make the best coverage
decisions for them," said Kathy Gruizenga, prescription program coordinator
for Senior Neighbors. - 2:00 p.

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Nearly 20 colleges and universities will be on hand
to discuss admissions processes and other pertinent
information about their academic institutions. - Workshops, Information Booths

WHERE: Foshay Learning Center
3751 South Harvard Blvd.

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