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Helpful Information
These organizations and resources are a good place to start if you have more questions or a specific situation you need help with.
Administration on Aging
For help in finding local, state, and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers in your area, call Eldercare at 1-800-677-1116, TTY 711, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, or visit ElderCare.gov.
Hospice Information
For information about hospice care programs in your area, call your state’s hospice care organization. Call the Medicare Helpline at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY 1-877-486-2048, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to get the number in your state. Or visit HospiceFoundation.org.
Medicare & You
The official handbook for Medicare programs is updated each year. You can download a copy at Medicare.gov or call the Medicare Helpline to request a copy. Medicare’s online tools can also help you compare drug plans, Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans, and Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap) plans. You can visit Medicare.gov for details.
Medicare Helpline
For questions about Medicare and detailed information about plans in your area, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY 1-877-486-2048, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Or visit Medicare.gov.
National Council on Aging
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a nonprofit service and advocacy organization dedicated to helping seniors find jobs and benefits, improve their health, live independently, and remain active in their communities. Go to NCOA.org to learn more.
National Institute on Aging
NIA, one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of NIH, leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. NIA is the primary Federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer’s disease research.
www.nia.nih.gov
Social Security Administration
For help with questions about eligibility, enrollment, and arranging for help with the cost of Medicare, and for answers about Social Security retirement and disability benefits, go to SSA.gov or call 1-800-772-1213, TTY 1-800-325-0778, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday.
Mesothelioma:
Clinical Trials:
Policy Lab: Clinical Trial Research for Seniors and the Elderly
Health care for people age 65+ and people with disabilities
- Medicaid for long-term care
- Medicaid for people who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Medicare Savings Program
- Medicaid Buy-In for adults
Diabetes Supplies:
Transportation Assistance:
Prescription Cost Assistance:
Helpful Downloads
Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans
Learning the Basics of Medicare
Understanding Medicare Part C & Part D Enrollment Periods
Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and Medicare
Medicare Plan Finder Worksheet
Medicare Plan Review Worksheet
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period Checklist
Authorization to Disclose Personal Health Information
Medicare Initial Enrollment: Preparation Checklist
CMS L564 Request For Employment Information
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