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). Medicare specialists assist eligible recipients with paperwork required by the Social Security Administration and/or the Washington State Healthcare Authority.

Volunteers provide information to current Medicare recipients, as well as those new to Medicare, regarding their prescription insurance options. During fall open enrollment, provides informational clinics and individual counseling sessions. Provides advocacy in navigating the Medicare billing and appeals process. Through the Senior Medicare Patrol program, addresses Medicare fraud prevention.

Provides information on free or low-cost prescription resources for those with no insurance coverage. Staff screen for eligibility and assist in enrollment for the Medicare Extra Help Prescription Program and the Oregon Prescription Drug Program.

Federally-funded program where trained volunteers provide plain-language descriptions of Medicare benefits and discuss benefits available through private supplemental health insurance policies.

SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance) programs offers information and assistance on Medicare benefits and limitations, including Part D, Medicare Advantage Plans, evaluation of Medicare supplemental insurance, assistance with billing problems, and referrals for legal assistance.

Works to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. Program pursues justice on matters related to human and legal rights and provides advocacy services to people with disabilities. DRW responds to requests for:
- Disability rights information and referrals
- Problem solving strategies for disability issues
- Community education and training
- Legal services for disability discrimination or violation of rights for systemic issues
DRW's legal resources are focused on major cases which will improve service systems for people with disabilities.

Assists veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service and provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other government agencies. Provides outreach concerning its program services to the public, as well as to disabled veterans and their families specifically.

Represents the interests of disabled veterans, their families, their widowed spouses, and their orphans before Congress, the White House, and the Judicial Branch, as well as state and local government. Extends DAV's mission of hope in communities in which veterans and their families live, through a network of state-level departments and local chapters.

Provides a structure through which disabled veterans can express their compassion for fellow veterans through a variety of volunteer programs. The Disabled American Veterans' website includes links to listings of available jobs and job search resources for veterans.

Assists veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service and provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other government agencies. Provides Disability transport, Support groups, short term financial assistance, job searching assistance, and medicare information to disabled veterans and their families specifically.

The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance program (SHIBA) has a volunteer based at the Family Resource Center to counsel older adults on health insurance. SHIBA uses certified volunteer counselors to help people with Medicare make health insurance decisions. The program saves Medicare beneficiaries money by making sure they receive all possible benefits.

Provides seniors access to resources to remain independent in their homes. Works with clients to reduce isolation, increase home supports (such as housekeeping and bathing assistance), and encourages healthy living habits. Also offers various classes, workshops, special events, and outings.

Center provides services to older adults, including case management, options counseling, family caregiver support, transportation, recreational and health-based activities, and information and assistance/referral. Other services include Senior Law Project, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), and AARP tax preparation assistance.

The ADRC provides a variety of services, information, and guidance to older adults, adults with disabilities and family caregivers throughout Lane County which includes short-term energy assistance (LIHEAP), Medicare guidance and options counseling, prescription drug assistance, transportation for groceries and medical appointments (provided by volunteers) and home visits (provided by Friendly Visitors/ Senior Companions and Elderhelp volunteers).

The ADRC provides a variety of services, information, and guidance to older adults, adults with disabilities and family caregivers throughout Lane County which includes short-term energy assistance (LIHEAP), Medicare guidance and options counseling, prescription drug assistance, transportation for groceries and medical appointments (provided by volunteers) and home visits (provided by Friendly Visitors/ Senior Companions and Elderhelp volunteers).

Services include:
-RUOK (Are You OK?): Free daily phone check-in service for homebound, at-risk clients
-Community lunches: Provides hot lunches at eight locations in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties
-Meals on Wheels
-Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor program (SHIBA): Offers health insurance advice and answers questions pertaining to coverage

Provides services to older adults, adults with disabilities, veterans, and caregivers. Services include Medicaid case management, SNAP/food stamps administration, information and assistance, legal services, transportation, in-home services so client can remain independent, advocacy assistance, and help with health care questions.

Adult protective services investigates incidents of abuse or neglect involving older adults and people with disabilities who are living in a facility or their own homes and provides a phone line to report abuse or neglect.

This site also licenses adult care homes to enforce state and county laws concerning the rights and care of residents in licensed care facilities. Homes are inspected and approved before receiving a license.

The Central Office is responsible for advocacy, planning, community relations, and administrative support for the division. The Helpline, Gatekeeper, Veterans Services, and Public Guardian programs are also located at the Central Office.

Services provided include, but are not limited to information and referral, case management, eligibility determination for Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps), Adult Protective Services, licensing of adult foster care homes, private and pre-admission nursing home assessments, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), Senior Peer Mentoring, respite care, options counseling, Oregon Money Management, and health and wellness programs.

Services provided include, but are not limited to information and referral, case management, eligibility determination for Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps), Adult Protective Services, licensing of adult foster care homes, private and pre-admission nursing home assessments, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), Senior Peer Mentoring, respite care, options counseling, Oregon Money Management, and health and wellness programs.

Services provided include, but are not limited to information and referral, case management, eligibility determination for Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps), Adult Protective Services, licensing of adult foster care homes, private and pre-admission nursing home assessments, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), Senior Peer Mentoring, respite care, options counseling, Oregon Money Management, and health and wellness programs.

Services provided include, but are not limited to information and referral, case management, eligibility determination for Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps), Adult Protective Services, licensing of adult foster care homes, private and pre-admission nursing home assessments, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), Senior Peer Mentoring, respite care, options counseling, Oregon Money Management, and health and wellness programs.

Services provided include, but are not limited to information and referral, case management, eligibility determination for Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps), Adult Protective Services, licensing of adult foster care homes, private and pre-admission nursing home assessments, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), Senior Peer Mentoring, respite care, options counseling, Oregon Money Management, and health and wellness programs.

Services provided include, but are not limited to information and referral, case management, eligibility determination for Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps), Adult Protective Services, licensing of adult foster care homes, private and pre-admission nursing home assessments, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA), Senior Peer Mentoring, respite care, options counseling, Oregon Money Management, and health and wellness programs.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a wide range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities such as: adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services.

Locator tool to find out local information for ODHS offices.

A statewide network of trained volunteers who educate, assist, and serve as advocates for people with Medicare. SHIBA volunteers help people with Medicare understand their rights and options for health insurance so that they can make informed decisions. SHIBA volunteers can also provide information on the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program, a Medicaid program that helps people with Medicare pay for their medical care.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services such as Oregon Project Independence Pilot and pre-admission screening for nursing homes, foster homes, health promotion programs, and residential and nursing home care for Medicaid-eligible adults with disabilities.

Offers support for primary caregivers, family members caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, and grandparents caring for grandchildren.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services such as Oregon Project Independence Pilot and pre-admission screening for nursing homes, foster homes, health promotion programs, and residential and nursing home care for Medicaid-eligible adults with disabilities.

Offers support for primary caregivers, family members caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, and grandparents caring for grandchildren.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services such as Oregon Project Independence Pilot (PWD) and pre-admission screening for nursing homes, foster homes, health promotion programs, and residential and nursing home care for Medicaid-eligible adults with disabilities.

Offers support for primary caregivers, family members caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, and grandparents caring for grandchildren.This location also inspects and licenses adult foster homes in Jackson and Josephine Counties.

Area agency on aging that provides a comprehensive system of care for older adults and people with disabilities that promotes choice, independence, and dignity. Determines eligibility for SNAP/food stamps and Medicaid. Services include in-home care services, community living, congregate and home-delivered meals, employment, legal services, home health care, case management, Oregon Project Independence (OPI), gatekeeper program, pre-admission screening for nursing homes, foster homes, health promotion programs, and residential and nursing home care for Medicaid-eligible older adults with disabilities. Offers support for primary caregivers, family members caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, and grandparents caring for grandchildren.

Adult protective services investigates incidents of abuse involving older adults and people with disabilities who are living in a facility or in their own homes and provides a phone line to report abuse or neglect of older adults and adults with disabilities.

This location also inspects and licenses adult foster homes in Jackson and Josephine Counties.

Provides a range of services to older adults and adults with disabilities, such as adult abuse investigation, assessment, case management, administration of SNAP (food stamps), Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP)/Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and information and referral to other coordinated programs and services such as Oregon Project Independence Pilot and pre-admission screening for nursing homes, foster homes, health promotion programs, and residential and nursing home care for Medicaid-eligible adults with disabilities.

Offers support for primary caregivers, family members caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, and grandparents caring for grandchildren.

Trained volunteers help Medicare-eligible individuals make health insurance decisions, provide information about long-term care insurance, and help with claims, appeals, and complaints.

Trained volunteers help Medicare-eligible individuals make health insurance decisions, provide information about long-term care insurance, and help with claims, appeals, and complaints.

Provides one-on-one Medicare counseling. Volunteers can help you select a Medicare prescription drug plan, compare Medicare Advantage Plans, compare Medicare Supplement Plans, and help you apply for Medicare Savings Programs, including extra help with Medicare prescription drug coverage.

Website provides information on all aspects of Medicare, including how to apply, find and compare healthcare providers, make address changes and resolve Medicare card issues, get help with costs, find out how Medicare works with other insurance, and report Medicare fraud. The website also provides information on nursing homes, hospitals, home health services, and medical equipment suppliers. Phone line assists with Medicare billing questions and questions about claims, records, and expenses.

Provides or connects seniors with services that allow them to remain safely in their homes and communities (elder law, home maintenance and minor repair services, housekeeping assistance, Medicare counseling, housing information and referral, advocacy, and senior ride program). Services include Oregon Project Independence Services (OPI) and community resources. Additionally offers short-term case management (options counseling) and chronic disease management.

Provides information about Medicare, such as educational seminars, Medicare 101 classes, and a website with resources. One-on-one counseling by phone, in person, or at community centers is provided with trained volunteers to help people make informed choices for medical care, prescriptions, claims, and appeals.

The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) helpline provides confidential help with Medicare and health care choices. Volunteer advisors can help assess health care coverage needs, determine eligibility for health care coverage programs, evaluate and compare health insurance plans and programs, provide Medicare enrollment help, speak with Medicare on your behalf, collect and report possible fraud complaints, and refer to other agencies and programs.