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Get one-on-one counseling from a trusted, unbiased source.
Help others navigate Medicare with your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).
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Review Your Medicare Coverage with Confidence
Local, one-on-one Medicare counseling from your local SHIP at no cost to you.
Medicare plans can change from year to year. SHIP counselors can help you compare costs, review coverage, check provider networks, understand your options, and make informed decisions during Open Enrollment. Counseling is confidential and personalized to your needs.
Insights & Inspiration
Success Stories
SHIPs and their highly trained volunteers help thousands navigate Medicare each year. Watch these stories to see how SHIP can help you or how you can help others.
Beneficiary Story
Mary Crandall
From stacks of confusing mail to confident choices, hear how Medicare counseling made the difference
for Mary.
Beneficiary Story
Francine Dent
After Francine faced a cancer diagnosis and mounting expenses, hear how compassionate Medicare counseling made a difference.
Beneficiary Story
Gary Bartle
Sorting through Medicare choices felt overwhelming. Hear how
Tracey found help she could trust.