Georgetown, Del. — Sussex County is continuing its discount card program to help consumers cope with the high price of prescription drugs, especially during these tough economic times.

County Administrator David B. Baker reminds the public that the free Prescription Drug Discount Cards are available at all 14 public libraries, as well as in the County Administrative Offices and West Complex buildings in Georgetown. Additionally, they are available at many town and city offices, as well as senior centers. And County officials are now working to make the cards available at local, participating pharmacies.

The County is making the free cards available under a program sponsored by the National Association of Counties (NACo). The cards offer an average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs. The cards may be used by all residents, regardless of age, income, or existing health coverage. Most major pharmacies accept the NACo card, with a national network of more than 59,000 pharmacies participating. No application is necessary.

Since its launch in late 2007, approximately 16,000 cards have been distributed throughout Sussex County. As of February 2009, more than 6,100 prescriptions have been filled using the cards in Sussex County, saving users an average of $14.66 for a total savings of almost $115,500.

“That’s money back in the pockets of our residents, money that can be used for other important needs,” Mr. Baker said. “Sussex County is pleased with the success of the program so far, but there’s more savings to pass on. We want to remind the public this tool is out there ready to use.”

There is no cost to county taxpayers for NACo and Sussex County to make the cards available. County residents can call toll free 1-877-321-2652 or visit the NACo website for assistance with the program. Residents with general questions also can call (302) 855-7700.

Any retailer, organization or other groups interested in partnering with Sussex County to distribute the cards should contact the Sussex County Personnel Office at (302) 855-7711.

The discount card program is administered by Caremark Rx, Inc.

The National Association of Counties (NACo) is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States. Founded in 1935, NACo provides essential services to the nation’s 3,066 counties. NACo advances issues with a unified voice before the federal government, improves the public’s understanding of county government, assists counties in finding and sharing innovative solutions through education and research, and provides value-added services to save counties and taxpayers money. For more information about NACo, visit https://www.naco.org/.

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