Do you:
1. Need help picking a Medicare plan?
2. Want to learn more about Medicare?
3. Want to volunteer with SHIBA?
SHIBA offers one-on-one Medicare counseling
For more information please call the Aging and Disability Resource Connection
503-988-3646
It Can Save Money
You may find lower premiums and extra benefits by comparing your
Medicare Advantage Plan and Prescription Drug Plan options.
It’s Easy
Free, expert, and impartial SHIBA counselors can help you choose the best
Medicare plan in one counseling session.
It’s Convenient
Your appointment can be done over the phone or virtually. Your choice.
Call 503-988-3646 to schedule an appointment.
Need help picking a Medicare plan?
Picking the right Medicare plan is individualized and we can make sure you pick a plan that meets your health needs.
We’re trained and offer free, unbiased assistance with Medicare issues.
Trained SHIBA volunteers can help Medicare beneficiaries:
- Find out if they’re eligible for benefits they are not receiving
- Compare insurance policies
- File claims
- Make appeals and complaints when necessary
- Make referrals to federal, state and county offices
- Identify potential insurance violations.
SHIBA offers one-on-one Medicare counseling. For more information please call the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) at 503-988-3646 or email adrc@multco.us.
Want to learn more about Medicare?
Sign up for a Virtual Medicare Basics or Medicare 101 class
Oregon Guide to Medicare Insurance Plans (SHIBA)
What SHIBA can do for you?
What to expect in a meeting
Learn about our volunteer staff members' rigorous training
Want to volunteer with SHIBA?
Program Overview
Duties and Being a Volunteer
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Complete the SHIBA Volunteer Application, screening, training, and internship.
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Maintain confidentiality of client information, per Oregon SHIBA Security Plan.
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Provide individual health insurance assistance at sponsor site or in clients’ homes.
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Assess clients’ resources and health care/health insurance needs.
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Complete Client Contact forms either online or on paper.
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Refer clients to resources as needed.
Successful volunteers
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Enjoy helping others
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Are dependable, understanding, patient, and compassionate
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Communicate well
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Protect client confidentiality
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Have no conflict of interest
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Want to provide SHIBA services
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Have computer skills or are willing to learn
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Work well alone and in a team
Apply to volunteer
Apply today online or call 503-988-3646 to connect with the SHIBA volunteer coordinator.
