Filters
Focus Population
3
2
Age Group
11
5
3
1
1
Payment Options
13
1
1
1
Days Of The Week
37
37
36
35
35
4
3
Languages
15
6
1
1
1
1-25 of 41
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
SHIBA HelpLine provides free, unbiased information about health care coverage and access to help improve the lives of all Washington State residents.
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.
Categories
State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Managed Health Care Information
Medicare Information/Counseling
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Clarkston
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Clarkston
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Categories
Managed Health Care Information
Social Security Disability Insurance Applications
Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan Enrollment
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered by Action Health Partners
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered by Action Health Partners
Volunteers provide personal counseling for individuals regarding options for health care and health insurance benefits, including Medicare programs, long-term care, and medical billing.
Provides free and unbiased counseling and information on health insurance issues such as:
- Assessing health care coverage needs
- Determining general eligibility for health care coverage programs
- Evaluating and compare health insurance plans and programs
- Providing enrollment help with Medicare
- Speaking with 1-800-MEDICARE on clients' behalf
- Making referrals to other agencies and programs
- Collecting and reporting possible fraud complaints
Also offers the Community Based Care Coordination program which provides coordination of services to Medicaid and Medicaid-eligible clients. The program supports clients with improving quality of life, help managing multiple care providers, assistance in getting appointments, identifying helpful community resources, connecting to available benefits.
Categories
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicare Savings Program offered at Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington
Medicare Savings Program offered at Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington
Screening and application assistance for the Medicare Savings Program and/or the Low Income Subsidy or "Extra Help" Programs (the two programs which help pay for Medicare Parts A, B and D costs).
Screening and application assistance for the Medicare Savings Program and/or Low Income Subsidy or "Extra Help" Programs (the two programs which help pay for Medicare Parts A, B and D costs). Medicare specialists assist eligible recipients with paperwork required by the Social Security Administration and/or Washington State Healthcare Authority.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicare Assitance/Senior Information and Assitance offered at Port Angeles Senior Center
Medicare Assitance/Senior Information and Assitance offered at Port Angeles Senior Center
Available to anyone 60 and over needing assistance with Medicare and other senior related resources and services.
The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program is a program of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner consumer protection services. Locally, SHIBA is sponsored by the Olympic Area Agency on Aging.
Our volunteer advisors are trained to give you the latest Medicare information. We provide up-to-date, unbiased information to help you to make informed decisions. Our assistance is always free and confidential with no obligations.
We’re not associated with any insurance company. We don’t sell anything because we have nothing to sell.
If you need help navigating Medicare, please come and see us at one of our free, first come first served, walk in clinics.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor Program offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Forks
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor Program offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Forks
Provides information and consultation in order to make informed decisions utilizing and understanding Medicare. Information regarding Medicaid as it relates to Medicare can also be provided.
SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential help with Medicare to people of all ages and backgrounds. Advisors can help assess Medicare related health care coverage needs; determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs, including- Medicare Savings Programs and Low-Income Subsidy/Extra Help prescription drug copay; evaluate and compare Medicare plans and programs; provide enrollment help with Medicare; speak with 1-800-MEDICARE on your behalf; refer to other agencies and programs; collect and report possible Medicare fraud complaints.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
SHIBA Health Insurance Advice offered at Shipley Center
SHIBA Health Insurance Advice offered at Shipley Center
Offers information and guidance regarding Medicare. Bring list of all medications being taken.
SHIBA stands for State Health Insurance Benefit Advisors. Volunteers are trained by the State of WA Insurance Commissioner's office. They offer unbiased information and guidance regarding Medicare and supplemental insurance plans including prescription drug plans.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Ellensburg
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Ellensburg
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan Enrollment
Managed Health Care Information
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Social Security Disability Insurance Applications
Supportive Services offered at Senior Services for South Sound
Supportive Services offered at Senior Services for South Sound
Providing seniors and their families with: information and assistance and support groups. Also has SHIBA volunteers.
Offers resources onsite in both Olympia and Lacey to help seniors 60 and older remain independent and safe in the community and to navigate local community resources.
Offers:
- information and assistance,
- support groups.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offers free, unbiased help with Medicare and health insurance coverage.
Categories
Aging/Older Adult Support Groups
Senior Advocacy Groups
Medicare Information/Counseling
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Walla Walla
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Walla Walla
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Categories
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan Enrollment
Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
Managed Health Care Information
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Social Security Disability Insurance Applications
Medicare Information/Counseling
Social Security Retirement Benefits
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Peninsula Community Health Services - Clare Ave Clinic
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Peninsula Community Health Services - Clare Ave Clinic
Provides information and consultation in order to make informed decisions utilizing and understanding Medicare. Information regarding Medicaid as it relates to Medicare can also be provided.
Through volunteers trained by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner, individuals receive one-on-one consultation on Medicare, including advocacy on their behalf with Medicare providers, explanations of billing received, and referral to other appropriate services. SHIBA staff and volunteers conduct numerous clinics throughout O3A’s service region regarding Medicare.
The SHIBA service is a free, impartial public service that can help you:
- Understand your Medicare health coverage
- Find a prescription drug plan
- Learn your rights and options as a Medicare enrollee.
Categories
Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (Extra Help) Applications
Medicare Appeals/Complaints
Medicare Enrollment
Medicare Information/Counseling
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Opportunity Council - Whatcom County
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Opportunity Council - Whatcom County
Helps callers understand the various aspects of Medicare such as benefits, enrollment, costs, and plan differences. Helps with screen and enrolling in cost-saving programs such as Extra Help, Medicare Savings Programs, and prescription assistance options.
Offers a confidential, and impartial Medicare counseling resource sponsored by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. SHIBA advisors can help with:
- Understanding the various aspects of Medicare such as benefits, enrollment, costs, plan differences, and more.
- Evaluating, comparing, and enrolling in options available in Whatcom County as approved by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
- Screening and enrolling in cost-saving programs such as Extra Help, Medicare Savings Programs, and prescription assistance options.
- Reporting fraud, complaints, grievances, and appeals to the insurance commissioner or your insurance company.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Managed Health Care Information
Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Island Senor Resources at Oak Harbor
Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Island Senor Resources at Oak Harbor
SHIBA Helpline provides free, unbiased information about health care coverage and access to help improve the lives of all Washington State residents.
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.
Categories
State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Managed Health Care Information
Medicare Information/Counseling
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Long Beach
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Long Beach
Provides information and consultation in order to make informed decisions utilizing and understanding Medicare. Information regarding Medicaid as it relates to Medicare can also be provided.
SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential help with Medicare to people of all ages and backgrounds. Advisors can help assess Medicare related health care coverage needs; determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs, including- Medicare Savings Programs and Low-Income Subsidy/Extra Help prescription drug copay; evaluate and compare Medicare plans and programs; provide enrollment help with Medicare; speak with 1-800-MEDICARE on your behalf; refer to other agencies and programs; collect and report possible Medicare fraud complaints.
Categories
Medicare Enrollment
Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (Extra Help) Applications
Medicare Appeals/Complaints
Medicare Information/Counseling
Assists Medicare beneficiaries with beneficiary complaints, hospital discharge and skilled service termination appeals.
Helps Medicare beneficiaries exercise their right to high-quality health care and assists with quality of care complaints such as helping to
- File a complaint about the quality of care received under Medicare
- Appeal a notice that you will be discharged from the hospital
- Appeal a notice that skilled services from a non-hospital provider will be stopped
Information on website is available in multiple languages.
Categories
Medicare Appeals/Complaints
Welfare Rights Assistance
Medicare Information/Counseling
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Aberdeen
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Aberdeen
Provides information and consultation in order to make informed decisions utilizing and understanding Medicare. Information regarding Medicaid as it relates to Medicare can also be provided.
SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential help with Medicare to people of all ages and backgrounds. Advisors can help assess Medicare related health care coverage needs; determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs, including- Medicare Savings Programs and Low-Income Subsidy/Extra Help prescription drug copay; evaluate and compare Medicare plans and programs; provide enrollment help with Medicare; speak with 1-800-MEDICARE on your behalf; refer to other agencies and programs; collect and report possible Medicare fraud complaints.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Dayton
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Dayton
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan Enrollment
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Managed Health Care Information
Social Security Disability Insurance Applications
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Solid Ground
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Solid Ground
Volunteers provide personal counseling to individuals regarding options for health care and health insurance benefits, including Medicare programs, long-term care programs, and medical billing.
Provides counseling and information on Medicare health insurance issues such as the following:
- Assessing health care coverage needs
- Determining general eligibility for health care coverage programs
- Evaluating and comparing health insurance plans and programs
- Providing enrollment help with Medicare
- Speaking with 1-800 MEDICARE on clients' behalf
- Making referrals to other agencies and programs
- Collecting and reporting possible fraud complaints
No legal services are provided.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Healthy Ages (Wellness Program) offered by Kadlec Regional Medical Center at Healthplex
Healthy Ages (Wellness Program) offered by Kadlec Regional Medical Center at Healthplex
Provides community services for adults over 50 by offering health education, social activities, information and referral, monthly wellness program, and assistance with insurance or Medicare questions.
Provides community services for adults over 50 by offering health education, social activities, information and referral, monthly wellness program, and assistance with insurance or Medicare questions.
Nutrition Counseling: provides nutritional counseling for all ages in the following areas: weight management, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and pre-diabetes, hypertension, eating disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney disease, hypoglycemia, cancer, prenatal nutrition, malnutrition, and gluten intolerance/celiac disease.
Offers a workshop that teaches practical skills for living a healthy life for participants with chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and asthma.
Living Well Chronic Disease Self- Management Workshop: the workshop is designed to help people learn to manage their chronic disease and improve the quality of their lives. Family members, friends, and caregivers can also participate. By participating in the six week workshop, people increase their confidence and motivation needed to manage the challenges of living with a chronic health condition.
Categories
General Health Education Programs
Nutrition Education
Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education
Wellness Programs
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Specialized Information and Referral
Medicare Information/Counseling
Senior Information and Assistance offered at Kitsap County Division of Aging and Long-Term Care
Senior Information and Assistance offered at Kitsap County Division of Aging and Long-Term Care
Provides individuals 60 years of age and older information, referrals, and client advocacy.
Provides a variety of no cost resource information for people age 60+ and their family caregivers including counseling, memory screening, dementia consultation, fall prevention programs, meals on wheels, legal information such as power of attorney forms, telephone reassurance calls, energy assistance programs, and information about other existing community resources including light medical equipment loan programs in the community. This service also includes DSHS application assistance for programs such as SNAP/food benefits, Medicare Savings Programs, and state of Washington (DSHS) Long Term Care services (COPES, CFC, MAC, TSOA). Adults of any age, who are helping an adult in Kitsap County can also be connected to the Family Caregiver Support Program which provides customized support to help reduce caregiver stress and burnout.
Categories
Benefits Screening
Medicaid Planning
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Case/Care Management
Specialized Information and Referral
Area Agencies on Aging
Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (Extra Help) Applications
Managed Health Care Information
Medicare Information/Counseling
SHIBA offered at Rural Resources Community Action in Davenport
SHIBA offered at Rural Resources Community Action in Davenport
SHIBA Volunteers help people with Health Care Fraud issues, errors and abuse in the Medicare Program, Private Insurance, Employer Plans, Prescription Assistance, Medicaid, Medicare Savings Program, Low Income Savings/Extra Help, Medicare Part D, Medicare Fraud, COBRA, Medicare Advantage Plans (Stevens County only), and Medicare Supplement Plans ( Ferry, Lincoln, Stevens)
Rural Resources helps older adults remain as independent and self sufficient as possible through programs including:Information and assistance, Case management, Respite care, and Family Caregiver Support.
Categories
Medicare Information/Counseling
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors - SHIBA offered at RSVP of Yakima County
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors - SHIBA offered at RSVP of Yakima County
Impartial information for seniors and people on disability regarding medical insurance options provided by individual counseling.
Provides information on Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplements and Part D plans for seniors and individuals on disability via volunteers who are trained by the WA State Office of Insurance Commissioner.
Each volunteer has a training plan, and is mentored by a "buddy" volunteer until he/she is ready to work independently.
Categories
Managed Health Care Information
Medicare Information/Counseling
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Edmonds Waterfront Center
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Edmonds Waterfront Center
SHIBA HelpLine provides free, unbiased information about health care coverage and access to help improve the lives of all Washington state residents.
SHIBA HelpLine provides free, unbiased information about health care coverage and access to help improve the lives of all Washington state residents. SHIBA HelpLine assists consumers with choices and problems involving private health insurance as well as many government programs, such as: Medicare; Medicaid; Basic Health; Children’s Health Insurance Program; Washington State Health Insurance Pool. Volunteers are experts in Medicare, Medigap coverage, employment-related health benefits, managed care, fraud and abuse questions, long-term care options, and more. They are trained and not affiliated with any insurance company.
Categories
State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Medicare Information/Counseling
Managed Health Care Information
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Pomeroy
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Pomeroy
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Categories
Managed Health Care Information
Social Security Disability Insurance Applications
Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Medicare Information/Counseling
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan Enrollment
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors SHIBA offered by City of Bellevue - Mini City Hall at Crossroads Mall
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors SHIBA offered by City of Bellevue - Mini City Hall at Crossroads Mall
Volunteers provide personal counseling to individuals regarding options for health care and health insurance benefits, including Medicare programs, long-term care programs, and medical billing.
Provides counseling and information on health insurance issues such as
- Assessing health care coverage needs
- Determining general eligibility for health care coverage programs
- Evaluating and compare health insurance plans and programs
- Providing enrollment help with Medicare
- Speaking with 1-800 MEDICARE on clients' behalf
- Making referrals to other agencies and programs
- Collecting and reporting possible fraud complaints
No legal services are provided.
Categories
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling