Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Island Senior Resources at Bayview/South Whidbey
Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Island Senior Resources at Bayview/South Whidbey
Trained volunteers provide objective information about Medicare and related programs in individual consultations by phone or email, and Zoom classes. Information is provided on enrollment, costs and benefits, prescription coverage, and low-income assistance. Unbiased and confidential. SHIBA is a state-funded program sponsored by Island Senior Resources, under the guidance of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. If additional assistance is needed contact Island Senior Resources’ Aging & Disability Resources staff.
Location
14595 Washington 525, Langley, WA 98260
Hours
M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm.
Application process
To schedule a phone consultation or to register for a Zoom class, call Island Senior Resources 360-321-1600.
Eligibility
Anyone eligible for or currently enrolled in Medicare; Anyone who needs to know more about Medicare and related programs.
Fee
Free; however, donations to ISR are always appreciated.
Agency info
Island Senior Resources
Island Senior Resources seeks to share the joys and help meet the challenges of aging in our Island County communities by providing integrated programs and services, including Aging & Disability Resources, Meals on Wheels, Family Caregiver Support, SHIBA Medicare Advising, Support Groups, Medical Transportation, and Medicaid In-home Case Management. Island Senior Resources serves all of Island County with locations in Bayview (South Whidbey), Oak Harbor, and Camano Island.