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, Sep 22 | 10:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Sep 23 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 24 | 10:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 25 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 26 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 27 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 28 | Closed |
