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Provides trained SHIIP counselors to help understand Medicare coverage options to help make informed choices based upon health, budget or both, of the individual. Provides free assistance to walk individuals through the Medicare process, including:
- Medicare Parts A & B Benefits
- Prescription Drug Benefits (Part D)
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Medicare Supplement Insurance
- Medicaid covered services and eligibility
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Offers a free program for seniors and their families. SHIIP counselors can help find answers to questions on Medicare, Medicare supplement insurance, long term care insurance, and other health insurance issues.
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Education and assistance for Medicare beneficiaries. Homestead exemptions filing assistance.
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Tax Information
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Medicare Information/Counseling
Helps seniors find answers to questions on Medicare, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Medicare Part D Prescription Plans, long-term care insurance and other health insurance issues. Provides objective information and assistance to consumers about senior health insurance and related issues so they can make informed decisions.
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Assistance for those who have questions or need assistance with Medicare Part D (Prescription Drugs). Offers provider referrals for those who need Medicaid or Medicaid Extra Help.
Medicare Part D (Prescription Drugs) Open Enrollment helps clients navigate the prescription drug plan review process.
Open enrollment happens every year starting in mid October and continues through the first part of December.
Clients may contact a nearby center to assist. If nearby center is booked for appointments, AgeLinc can help with enrollment.
-- Effingham - CEFS Economic Opportunity Corp: (217) 342-2193
-- Gillespie - IL Valley Economic Development Corp: (217) 839-4431
-- Hillsboro - Montgomery Co. Health Dept: (217) 532-2001 ext. 225
-- Jacksonville - Prairie Council on Aging: (217) 479-4619
-- Lincoln - Senior Citizens of Logan County: (217) 732-6132
-- Petersburg - Menard County Board: (217) 632-4412
-- Taylorville - Senior Citizens of Christian County: (217) 824-4263
-- Springfield - Senior Services of Central IL: (217) 528-4035 or Springfield Center for Independent Living: (217) 523-2587
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Medicare Information/Counseling
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.
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.
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Specialized Information and Referral
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Case/Care Management
Area Agencies on Aging
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Children's In Home Respite Care
Adult In Home Respite Care
Children's Out of Home Respite Care
Medicare Information/Counseling
Homemaker Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Long Term Care Options Counseling
Benefits Outreach Program connects older Americans and their families to public and private benefits that support health and financial security; provides fact sheets for each state, Benefits QuickLINK on-line screening tool that connects people to programs in their community, and Prepare to Care planning guides for families who are, or may soon be, supporting parents and/or older relatives.
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
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.
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.
Categories
Specialized Information and Referral
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Case/Care Management
Area Agencies on Aging
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Children's In Home Respite Care
Adult In Home Respite Care
Children's Out of Home Respite Care
Medicare Information/Counseling
Homemaker Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Long Term Care Options Counseling
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.
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.
Categories
Specialized Information and Referral
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Case/Care Management
Area Agencies on Aging
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Children's In Home Respite Care
Adult In Home Respite Care
Children's Out of Home Respite Care
Medicare Information/Counseling
Homemaker Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Long Term Care Options Counseling
SHIIP provides information and assistance to people on Medicare. Trained, knowledgeable staff and volunteers provide one-on-one counseling and information about Medicare and other health insurance options depending on individual circumstances.
To find local SHIIP representatives, visit https://shiip.iowa.gov/find-a-shiip-counselor
To find local SHIIP representatives, visit https://shiip.iowa.gov/find-a-shiip-counselor
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare information and counseling.
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Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
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.
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Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
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.
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.
Categories
Specialized Information and Referral
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Case/Care Management
Area Agencies on Aging
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Children's In Home Respite Care
Adult In Home Respite Care
Children's Out of Home Respite Care
Medicare Information/Counseling
Homemaker Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Long Term Care Options Counseling
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.
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) offers guidance on topics including Medicare, and health insurance issues.
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Counselors will assists with questions about the Medicare program, long term care, and other types of health insurance.
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Medicare Information/Counseling
Congregate and home delivered meals.
Blood pressure clinics monthly.
Senior centers offer, pool, shuffleboard, exercise, cards (pitch, bridge and chicken foot), puzzles, socialization with coffee every day and pedicures.
Information and referral services.
Blood pressure clinics monthly.
Senior centers offer, pool, shuffleboard, exercise, cards (pitch, bridge and chicken foot), puzzles, socialization with coffee every day and pedicures.
Information and referral services.
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Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Senior Centers
Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites
Foot Screening
Home Delivered Meals
Medicare Information/Counseling
Blood Pressure Screening
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
Services include:
Meals on Wheels
Chore Lawn Care
Snow Removal
Home Repairs
Adult Day Center
Medicare Assistance
Medical Lending Closet
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Medical Equipment/Supplies
Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services
General Yard Work
Adult Day Programs
Medicare Information/Counseling
Home Delivered Meals
Trained counselors provide health insurance information to area senior citizens and help with organizing medical bills, medicare statements, and filing claims. Information is provided on Medicare, Medicare supplements, long term care insurance, and claim reports.
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Health Insurance Claims Assistance for Beneficiaries
Medicare Information/Counseling
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.
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.
Categories
Specialized Information and Referral
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Case/Care Management
Area Agencies on Aging
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Children's In Home Respite Care
Adult In Home Respite Care
Children's Out of Home Respite Care
Medicare Information/Counseling
Homemaker Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Long Term Care Options Counseling
Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) answers the important questions about Medicare, Medicare supplement insurance, long-term care insurance and other health insurance issues. Free, confidential appointments.
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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
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.
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.
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General Yard Work
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Geriatric Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
Senior Centers
Homemaker Assistance
Provides information to individuals from volunteers who explain Medicare, Medicare Part D counseling, and Long Term Care insurance.
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Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
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.
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.
Categories
Specialized Information and Referral
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Case/Care Management
Area Agencies on Aging
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Children's In Home Respite Care
Adult In Home Respite Care
Children's Out of Home Respite Care
Medicare Information/Counseling
Homemaker Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Long Term Care Options Counseling
Provides trained volunteers who can explain Medicare, Medicare Part D counseling, and Long Term Care insurance.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling