Here are some free Medicare resources to help you navigate the process.
Family Caregiver Webinar Series offered by Fairfax Area Agency on Aging.
MEDICARE 101 & MEDICARE 102Wednesday, October 21 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, October 28 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 PM
Both are virtual programs.
The Medicare 101training is for individuals who will be eligible for Medicare and want to learn about their options. The session will provide an overview of the many components of Medicare: Part A (inpatient hospitalization/skilled nursing), Part B (outpatient hospital/doctors/labs/radiology), Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans), and Part D (prescription drugs), as well as how to cover the gaps in Medicare benefits through Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap).
The Medicare 102 training is for individuals who are interested in learning more in-depth details regarding Medicare coverage. The session will provide an overview of advanced Medicare details, such as the Medicare.gov website, the latest regulatory changes, and key legislative proposals, as well as provide individuals with an opportunity to ask more complex questions.
If you live in Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, or Falls Church, the Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP):
- Gives free, fair advice about Medicare
- Explains Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and prescription drug plans
- Helps with insurance claims, bills, and appeals
- Offers Medicare 101 classes for the public
Learn more at: fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/older-adults/virginia-insurance-counseling-and-assistance-program-vicap
If you live outside of Fairfax County, Virginia, please check out the State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP) website at shiphelp.org and locate your local agency.
They can provide you with in depth, one-on-one insurance counseling and assistance with Medicare.
You’ll find more information on the Positive Aging Community website:
Recording: What Seniors Are Really Asking About Medicare: Takeaways from a Live Q&A Session,
Article: Medicare Open Enrollment 2027: What’s New, What’s Changing, and How to Make the Most of It.
Check out IPMDC’s page on medications at ipmdc.org/medications for a list of patient support programs and additional resources.