Senior LinkAge Line/Medicare Virtual Programs

How the Senior LinkAge Line Can Help

The Senior LinkAge Line is your link to an expert on Medicare, prescription drug expense assistance, forms assistance, community-based resources, finding resources in your community, caregiver planning and support and more! This presentation will help individuals learn about the Senior LinkAge Line and how it supports older adults and their families with decision making.

The Senior LinkAge Line is a service of the Minnesota Board on Aging in partnership with Minnesota’s local area agencies on aging. It is the state’s federally designated State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). Call the Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433 Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or visit http://www.MinnesotaHelp.info® to chat with a specialist during business hours. This class is offered on the following date(s). Click on the button to register.

Medicare 101

Medicare can be confusing. If you know little to nothing about Medicare and want a brief overview before digging deeper, this class is for you. During this class you will learn the basics of Medicare Part A, B, C and Part D. This class will also give you information about when and how to enroll. This class is offered on the following date(s). Click on the button to register.

New to Medicare

Learning what to do when you become eligible for Medicare can seem overwhelming. This class is for people who will be new to Medicare and would like to learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C and D.

Topics will include a comprehensive introduction to Medicare including what Medicare covers, supplemental insurance and Part D prescription coverage. During the class you will learn the Medicare enrollment details, how to get the most from your benefits, and where to reach out for assistance. This class is offered on the following date(s). Click on the button to register.

Preventing Fraud and Scams

Fraud and scams are on the rise, with some scammers specifically targeting older adults. But there are ways you can protect yourself and your personal information. Preventing fraud and scams includes information about fraud prevention and how you can detect and report fraud and scams so you can keep your personal information and yourself safe. This class is offered on the following date(s). Click on the button to register.

Protect Yourself from Fraud

Protecting your personal information is the best line of defense in the fight against Medicare and consumer fraud. Even when you do everything right, there is still a chance that you could become a target. Learn how to stay safe.

Learn how to Protect yourself, and to Detect and Report Medicare and consumer fraud, waste and abuse. This class is offered on the following date(s). Click on the button to register.