Medicare & Healthcare Resources for Seniors
Navigating Medicare, Health Coverage, and Senior Wellness with Professional Industry Resources
National Medicare & Advocacy Groups
- AARP (American Association of Retired Persons): A leading organization providing extensive resources, advocacy, and educational tools for individuals aged 50 and older. Phone: (888) 687-2277 Address: 601 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20049 https://www.aarp.org
- Medicare Rights Center: A non-profit organization providing independent information and assistance to help older adults and people with disabilities navigate Medicare. Phone: (800) 333-4114 Address: 1244 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 https://www.medicarerights.org
- National Council on Aging (NCOA): The NCOA provides tools and professional guidance to help seniors navigate healthcare costs and benefit programs. Phone: (571) 527-3900 Address: 251 18th Street South, Ste. 500, Arlington, VA 22202 https://www.ncoa.org
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): The official federal government site for Medicare information, plan comparisons, and enrollment updates. Phone: (800) 633-4227 Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244 https://www.medicare.gov
Insurance Industry Tools & Professional Groups
- National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP): The leading professional association for agents and benefit professionals specializing in private health insurance markets. Phone: (202) 293-3166 Address: 1201 15th St NW, Ste 350, Washington, DC 20005 https://nabip.org
- HealthSherpa Industry Portal: A free online tool that helps individuals find affordable health insurance and check eligibility for subsidies. Phone: (855) 772-2663 Address: 590 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY 10012 https://www.healthsherpa.com
- Ameritas Wellness Center: Focuses on educational resources and insurance products for dental and vision health for seniors and families. Phone: (800) 487-5553 Address: 5900 W. Stoneridge Dr., Ste 100, Pleasanton, CA 94588 https://www.ameritas.com
Health & Wellness Professional Resources
- American Dental Association (ADA) - Aging Health: Offers educational resources and support for dental health specifically tailored to aging adults. Phone: (312) 440-2500 Address: 4800 Montgomery Lane, Suite 400, Bethesda, MD 20814 https://www.mouthhealthy.org
- Alzheimer's Association Senior Resources: Comprehensive resources for understanding cognitive health and finding support within the Medicare framework. Phone: (800) 272-3900 Address: 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 https://www.alz.org
- American Diabetes Association Support Network: Provides education, research, and advocacy for affordable health options for the diabetic senior population. Phone: (800) 342-2383 Address: 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202 https://www.diabetes.org
Webinars & Digital Comparison Tools
- Medicare Plan Finder Online: An interactive online platform for senior consumers to compare Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug plans. Phone: (800) 633-4227 Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244 https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare
- National Council on Aging - BenefitsCheckUp: A vital resource for low-income seniors to discover how Medicare works with other financial assistance programs. Phone: (800) 677-1116 Address: 101 Constitution Avenue NW, Suite 375 East, Washington, DC 20001 https://www.benefitscheckup.org
- AHIP (America's Health Insurance Plans): Leading advocacy voice for private health insurance plans, providing industry webinars and policy updates. Phone: (202) 778-3200 Address: 1100 13th St. NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20005 https://www.ahip.org