Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida
HELPLINE: 866-413-5337
Protecting Yourself from Marketing Violations
During Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, you will likely experience more marketing from private Medicare plans, like Medicare Advantage Plans and Part D plans. Companies try to reach consumers in various ways, like television commercials, radio ads, events, mailings,… Read More
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period
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 during… Read More
Happy 65th Birthday! Have questions about your new Medicare coverage?
Did you know that you are first eligible to sign up for Medicare 3 months before you turn 65? You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS… Read More
Medicare and Transportation Services
Ambulances are vehicles that transport patients to and from medical facilities, like hospitals. Ambulances are medically equipped and staffed by professionals like EMTs or paramedics. Click this link to better understand how Medicare covers transportation in ambulances.
Lose your Medicaid coverage recently?
Do you need help with Medicare costs? Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs) are state programs that assist you with paying your Medicare costs. To qualify for an MSP, you must meet your state’s income and asset limits. Contact SHINE… Read More
How to Lower Your Part D Drug Costs
Paying for prescription drugs can cause financial stress and worry. Learn about programs and strategies available for lowering your prescription drug costs in this handout from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).
Volunteer Spotlight: Celebrating 9 Years with SHINE
SHINE counselor, Lynn Medini, celebrated 9 years of service; she’ll be retiring from her volunteer role in May. When approaching turning 65, Lynn attended a SHINE-hosted Medicare presentation and soon followed up on how to become a SHINE-trained… Read More
Making a Difference and Delivering Service with a Smile!
On April 18, the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida honored those committed to their volunteer role with Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE); a free, unbiased Medicare education and counseling program. The importance of their… Read More
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Last Updated: July 10, 2024 by
Be Prepared for Medicare Open Enrollment
SHINE is here to help. To learn about other counseling options, call the Helpline at 866-413-5337.SHINE counselors are available Monday – Friday to assist you with Medicare’s Open Enrollment and all matters related to Medicare including access to… Read More