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44 East Main Street, Suite 208, Champaign, IL 61820

Helps Medicare beneficiaries with the following:

- Understand their benefits.

- Enroll in Part D prescription coverage.

- Enroll in Advantage plans.

- Enroll in Medicare Savings Program.

- Help pay for Part B.

- Enroll in Extra Help - to reduce prescription costs.

2239 East Cook Street, Springfield, IL 62703

Federally-trained Certified Application Counselors (CACs) on staff to assist with questions about Medicaid, SHIP and the Affordable Care Act. CACs are available to meet to provide a consultation and assist with the enrollment process.

44 East Main Street, Suite 208, Champaign, IL 61820

Provides a range of services to healthcare consumers, including:

- Certified Application Counselors.

- Enrollment in free or affordable health insurance.

- Access to free or affordable health care.

- Medicaid and SNAP (food stamp) applications.

- Assistance with Medicare Advantage plans and prescription drug plans.

- Access to free or affordable dental care.

- Access to free or affordable eye exams and glasses.

- Access to free or affordable prescriptions.

- Dealing with medical bills and applying for hospital financial assistance.

- Applications for SafeLink phones.

Other services include:

- Information and referrals.

- Assistance.

- Advocacy.

- Case management.

- Disability Services.

600 South 70th Street, Building 2, Lincoln, NE 68510

Provides benefits counseling and legal assistance services for older adults in need. Services include information on Medicare, Medicare supplemental insurance policies, life, and long-term care policies.

Services may also include free legal counseling and representation for older adults ages 60 and older with limited income and resources. Legal services are limited to civil elder law, including wills, powers of attorney, and debt issues.

900 Wellington Street, Imperial, NE 69033

Senior Care Options program available to older Nebraskans who are considering admission to a nursing home and may be eligible for Medicaid assistance. Clients are screened according to a standardized assessment process developed by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Care Managers arrange for services, which allow older adults to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.

Housekeeping and supportive services to include grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry, transportation and personal care.

Family Caregiver Support for those caring for an aging adult or grandparents caring for a minor child. Provides information, assistance, support group, respite care, and supplemental services.

Home delivered meals are provided to homebound by reason of illness, disability or isolation. The meals meet 1/3 of the daily dietary recommended needs of adults 60 years and over and the requirements of the Older Americans Act and state and local laws.

Public benefit services, legal assistance, education, Medicare filing, and volunteer training through SHIIP.

1320 G Street, Geneva, NE 68361

Senior services.

Home delivered meals.

Information and referral.

Case management.

Arranges for in-home services (housekeeping, yard work, personal care, transportation, shopping, and laundry assistance).

Activities coordination.

Counseling with seniors and/or family members.

Resource development.

Advocacy.

Coordination and technical assistance to senior organizations.

Wellness program, strength training, Tai Chi, and Stepping On fall prevention class.

Caregiver support.

Insurance counseling, including Medicare.

Assistance with Social Security applications and questions.

Foot Clinics; specifically toenail trimming.

Loans durable medical equipment 

Farmers Market coupons distributed each summer.

812 North Logan Avenue, Danville, IL 61832

Offers support services for older adults, services include friendly calling, home visits, shopping assistance, SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program), exercise classes, ramp construction, and garden share.

620 East 25th Street, Suite 12, Kearney, NE 68847

Assists seniors regarding health insurance issues such as Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare supplemental insurance, long term care insurance, group health insurance, etc.

701 West Mason Street, Springfield, IL 62702

Helps sort out the complicated puzzle of Medicare, Medicaid, pharmaceutical assistance, and supplemental health insurance. Certified SHAP counselors can guide seniors to health care plans that include their doctor, cover their medications, and are affordable.

602 East 5th Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863

Counseling and advocacy for individuals who have problems or questions about Medicare, Medicare Part D, health insurance, and long-term care insurance, also assists in completing applications.

704 North Main Street, Suit 120, Tuscola, IL 61953

Provides information, assistance, and referrals for challenges seniors face with independent living.

Assists seniors with Medicare enrollments and Part D changes (SHIP), Medicaid enrollment and recertification, SNAP applications, LIHEAP applications, and referrals to community programs that would be useful to seniors, including food assistance, mental health needs/counseling, transitioning to senior housing, assisted living, or skilled nursing facilities.

Polk County River Place, 2309 Euclid Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

Peer Advocates are volunteers aged 60 and older who provide assistance to seniors, also aged 60 and older, with a variety of needs, concerns, and questions. Services include emotional support and companionship, assistance with the Rent Reimbursement program through DHHS by helping with online or paper form applications (a one-time annual program for eligible individuals), and guidance through the SHIIP program, which includes drug plan, Medicare Advantage, or supplemental plan comparisons, as well as education for new Medicare enrollees.

Can also offer information and counseling on long-term care insurance, helping individuals evaluate benefit plans, select suitable policies, or explore alternatives. While not directly providing meals, they can connect seniors to resources like home-delivered meal programs for those who face challenges in meal preparation or access. Peer Advocates also play a role in senior advocacy, supporting efforts to protect and promote the rights and interests of older adults.

1424 Houser Street, Muscatine, IA 52761

Provides resources for seniors so they may continue living independently at home.  

Services include:

Meals on Wheels
Chore Lawn Care
Snow Removal
Home Repairs
Adult Day Center
Medicare Assistance
Medical Lending Closet

720 Highway 92 West, Lemoyne, NE 69146

Senior Care Options program available to older Nebraskans who are considering admission to a nursing home and may be eligible for Medicaid assistance. Clients are screened according to a standardized assessment process developed by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Care Managers arrange for services, which allow older adults to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.

Housekeeping and supportive services to include grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry, transportation and personal care.

Family Caregiver Support for those caring for an aging adult or grandparents caring for a minor child. Provides information, assistance, support group, respite care, and supplemental services.

Home delivered meals are provided to homebound by reason of illness, disability or isolation. The meals meet 1/3 of the daily dietary recommended needs of adults 60 years and over and the requirements of the Older Americans Act and state and local laws.

Public benefit services, legal assistance, education, Medicare filing, and volunteer training through SHIIP.

2550 North Annie Glidden Road, Dekalb, IL 60115

A certified application counselor assists community members in enrolling in healthcare insurance and Medicare coverage.

209 South Merchant Street, Effingham, IL 62401

Outreach staff visit older persons or their caregivers to inform them about available benefits and services. Outreach Services may include:

- Encouraging older persons to participate in senior programs.

- Assisting older persons in gaining access to needed services (Benefit Access Application, Medicare Part D, etc.).

- Follow up with older persons and agencies to determine whether services have been received and the needs of the older person are met.

- Provide client advocacy to secure benefits.

810 South 10th Street, Oregon, IL 61061

Provides information and assistance to older adults at several sites in the community. Seniors needing assistance with Medicare, housing, energy assistance, Public Aid or other needs are able to meet with and receive assistance from a certified caseworker. Seniors may call to speak with a caseworker or meet with a caseworker in their own home if they unable to come into one of the sites affiliated with Ogle County SIS.

407 East 6th Street, Lexington, NE 68850

Senior Care Options program available to older Nebraskans who are considering admission to a nursing home and may be eligible for Medicaid assistance. Clients are screened according to a standardized assessment process developed by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Care Managers arrange for services, which allow older adults to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.

Housekeeping and supportive services to include grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry, transportation and personal care.

Family Caregiver Support for those caring for an aging adult or grandparents caring for a minor child. Provides information, assistance, support group, respite care, and supplemental services.

Home delivered meals are provided to homebound by reason of illness, disability or isolation. The meals meet 1/3 of the daily dietary recommended needs of adults 60 years and over and the requirements of the Older Americans Act and state and local laws.

Public benefit services, legal assistance, education, Medicare filing, and volunteer training through SHIIP.

400 East Polk Street, Washington, IA 52353

Provides trained volunteers who can explain Medicare, Medicare Part D counseling, and Long Term Care insurance.

231 South Main Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Medicare information and assistance signing up for a Medicare Part D plan.

710 Chief Street, Benkelman, NE 69021

Senior Care Options program available to older Nebraskans who are considering admission to a nursing home and may be eligible for Medicaid assistance. Clients are screened according to a standardized assessment process developed by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Care Managers arrange for services, which allow older adults to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.

Housekeeping and supportive services to include grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry, transportation and personal care.

Family Caregiver Support for those caring for an aging adult or grandparents caring for a minor child. Provides information, assistance, support group, respite care, and supplemental services.

Home delivered meals are provided to homebound by reason of illness, disability or isolation. The meals meet 1/3 of the daily dietary recommended needs of adults 60 years and over and the requirements of the Older Americans Act and state and local laws.

Public benefit services, legal assistance, education, Medicare filing, and volunteer training through SHIIP.

28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA 52240

Provides free informational materials as well as one-to-one assistance with questions and problems related to Medicare benefits, Medicare supplement insurance, Medicare and insurance claims and other related issues.

100 West 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021

Outreach Counselors work to connect seniors and disabled individuals, with emphasis on those with lower incomes, with those programs that will help them to remain independent. These programs include Benefit Access Applications. SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program), Real Estate tax reductions, Medicare Part D counseling. SNAP, LIHEAP, and other state and federal programs, Assistance with hearing, A small reserve of funds for occasional GAP funding for emergency needs.

111 Orange Street, Tipton, IA 52772

Provides free informational materials as well as one-to-one assistance with questions and problems related to Medicare benefits, Medicare supplement insurance, Medicare and insurance claims and other related issues.

17612 East Benton Street, Mount Carroll, IL 61053

Offers many different senior services for those in the area served including, Medicare A, B, C, and D information and assistance (SHIP), Medicaid application assistance, Social Security assistance, ACA application assistance, Information and Referral.