The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program provides free, confidential Medicare counseling for beneficiaries, families, and caregivers.
Receive free, confidential Medicare counseling from SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) for beneficiaries, families, and caregivers. The trained counselors are available at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center every fourth Tuesday of the month at 4 PM.
Event Schedule:
August 26, 2025: Financial Assistance
An overview of two financial assistance programs that help reduce the cost of Medicare Part B and prescription costs.
September 23, 2025: Medicare 101
An introduction to the different parts of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C, D, Medigap, and available financial assistance.
October 28, 2025: Open Enrollment Period (OEP) Presentation
A detailed outline of the Medicare paths, election options during OEP, and how SHINE can assist.
November 25, 2025: Preventive Services
Information about preventive services available to all Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part B.
| Mon, Oct 20 | 10:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Oct 21 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Oct 22 | 10:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Oct 23 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Oct 24 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Oct 25 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Oct 26 | Closed |
