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Medicare Minute: Medicare and Immigration

You don’t have to be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for Medicare. If you are not a U.S. citizen, but are lawfully present, you may be able to get Medicare coverage, depending on your situation.  There are… Read More

Set a Reminder! Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period Runs from October 15 – December 7

Don’t miss this important opportunity! Take time to consider your options, SHINE can help you make an informed decision for your Medicare coverage in 2025. To learn more, register today for our webinar on October 18. For those… Read More

Medicare Minute: Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period

Medicare’s Open Enrollment runs October 15 through December 7 and is the time of year when you can make certain changes to your Medicare coverage. The last change you make will take effect on January 1. Take action… Read More

Medicare Minute: Common Fall Open Enrollment Notices

In the month or two leading up to Medicare’s Open Enrollment that runs from October 15 to December 7, expect some important letters about your Medicare! These notices will tell you how your coverage and costs are changing… Read More

Helping Seniors Stay Connected with Free Tablets!

To help combat social isolation and promote digital literacy, the Area Agency on Aging for SWFL recently offered free tablets along with technology training in three of the seven counties we serve. We partnered with several local organizations… Read More

Make a Difference by Helping Others Navigate Medicare!

Navigating Medicare can be complicated but SHIP counselors can help by answering questions and providing personalized guidance to those who need it. Make a difference by helping others navigate Medicare, join our team! In Florida, your local SHIP… Read More

Medicare Minute: Cost Saving Programs

From premiums to copays and deductibles, it can feel so difficult to afford health insurance—especially with rising costs all around us. In this Medicare Minute, we’ll tell you about programs that can help you save on your Medicare… Read More

Donut Hole? Medicare Drug Plan Coverage Gaps

Most Medicare drug plans have a coverage gap (also called the “donut hole”). This means there’s a temporary limit on what the drug plan will cover for drugs. You enter the coverage gap when your total drug costs—including… Read More

Medicare Minute: New to Medicare

If you or a loved one will soon be eligible for Medicare, join us for this Medicare Minute! We’ll go over all the basics you should know—from enrollment periods to coverage choices and beyond. Some people are automatically… Read More

Medicare Minute: Preparing for Future Health Care Needs

Many people assume that their family members would automatically be able to make decisions about medical treatments if they were to become incapacitated. However, rules vary greatly from state to state: Your family may have to go through… Read More