Welcome to Medicare class helps new enrollees
Multnomah County Aging Disability Services is collaborating with Mt. Hood Community College to present a free two-hour class for those new to Medicare. “Welcome to Medicare” is designed for people nearing age 65 or those who become eligible due to receiving Social Security Disability benefits.
The following classes will be held August through November:
Thursday, August 14, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Saturday, August 16, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
Thursday, October 23, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Thursday, November 13, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
The course number is HE4MC.
This course will help participants understand Medicare fundamentals and make informed decisions regarding Medicare options. Topics include:
Medicare eligibility requirements and enrollment periods
Explanation of Medicare Part A, B, C, and D
What Medicare does and does not cover
The course is taught by trained volunteers from Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) in cooperation with Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services.
Registration and information on locations for the two-hour class at Mt. Hood Community College may be completed online at www.mhcc.edu in the Community Education section, or by calling 503-491-7572, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information, call the Multnomah County Helpline at 503-988-3646.
Posted on August 4, 2008
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