BRUNSWICK — A local discussion of the federal government’s new Affordable Care Act and how it will affect health care organizations and employers is being broadcast on The Family Tree, a family wellness cable television series of Mid Coast Hospital, during September.
Vice President of Finance for Mid Cost Health Services Robert McCue will discuss the ACA’s anticipated impact on health care organizations. Dan Tetu, a principal with Norton Financial Services, will talk about the ACA from an employer and business perspective, including the age groups affected by the new law.
The most significant provisions of the ACA will begin Jan. 1, 2014.
The Family Tree, now in its 24th season, is a monthly program broadcast on local cable stations covering multi-generational issues and providing ideas and resources for a happier, healthier lifestyle.
The program, created by Mid Coast Hospital in 1990, involves health and community service agencies and is sponsored by Thornton Oaks Retirement Community.
Exact broadcast times can be found in local provider listings.
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