Medicare SHIP

04/08/2026

Come see Olivia, one of our Benefit Counselors, today at the Bath County Career & Resource Fair going on at the Bath County Extension’s Education Center! Olivia can help you to apply for benefits to lower your medication and Medicare premium costs!

01/01/2026

It’s a new year AND the start of the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment period. If you have an advantage plan, you can make a change to your insurance plan between now and March 31. If you want unbiased information and assistance from
Medicare trained counselors, call Medicare SHIP!

12/08/2025

Check out this important information.

Blood pressure medicine has been recalled because it may be cross-contaminated with another medication, according to reports.

12/05/2025

Medicare got you confused? Do you scratch your head when you see HMO and PPO advantage plans and don’t know how they work? Click the article to find out what you need to know about Medicare advantage plan coverage.

Consider these differences between a Medicare Advantage PPO, an HMO, and Original Medicare to make sure you get the best health coverage for your needs.

11/26/2025

Medicare is confusing. If you have questions about the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage, watch this short video.

Gives an overview of the 2 main ways you can get your Medicare coverage—Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage.

11/22/2025

Medicare costs for 2026 have been released. The linked site lists both 2025 and 2026 costs for Part A and Part B. The Part B premium will increase to $202.90 and the Part B deductible will increase to $283.

What you pay for Medicare will vary based on what coverage and services you get, and what providers you visit.

11/15/2025

Good information about changed happening next year to the Medicare benefits.

Lower prices on 10 drugs, new features in plan finder, no reenrollment in prescription payment plan? You’ll see those benefits and some things to watch out for.

11/11/2025

Comparing your current plan to those offered next year could save you money on premiums and medication costs. Call today for comparison help! 1-866-516-3051

11/08/2025

Local activity/meal centers are available to people age 60+. The center provides a place for people to receive a hot meal (very small donation requested but not required) and includes activities such as exercise, trips, and more. Join your local center today!

11/07/2025

Some people have up to 70 Medicare Advantage plans to choose from for next year. Comparing these plans to one another can be an overwhelming process. We are here to help! Give us a call! 1-866-516-3051

11/06/2025

It takes everyone to fight against Medicare.

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11/04/2025

It is time to apply for heating assistance. To find your local office and information about how to apply, click on the info below.

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