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Provides comprehensive insurance counseling for Medicare or Medicaid eligible beneficiaries and their caregivers who may be new to or have questions about Medicare and Medicaid. Can also provide information and guidance to those who need assistance with claims and appeals, choosing appropriate health insurance coverage, subsidies or Medicaid to help afford Medicare premiums and copay costs.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling

Offers information and referral and insurance counseling.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Comprehensive Information and Referral
Trained counselors provide health insurance information to area senior citizens and help with organizing medical bills, medicare statements, and filing claims. Information is provided on Medicare, Medicare supplements, long term care insurance, and claim reports.

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State/Local Health Insurance Programs
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Offers assistance with Medicare, Supplemental Insurance, Med D plans, LIS, Medicaid applications, Benefit Access applications, and Subsidy Recertification applications.

Provides information, counseling, and assistance to Medicare recipients living in Pella and surrounding areas. Trained staff and volunteers offer one-on-one guidance about Medicare, medicine, and other insurance options tailored to individual circumstances. Services include counseling on long-term care insurance, helping individuals evaluate benefit plans, select policies, or explore alternatives based on their needs.

Additionally, the program provides Medicaid information and counseling, offering guidance on eligibility requirements, application processes, benefits, managed care options, and the connections between Medicaid and Medicare. Support may include enrollment assistance and referrals to providers who accept State Medicaid health insurance. Free "Welcome to Medicare" seminars are also available, typically held in May and September.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
HAWK-I is a free or low cost health and dental program for children up to 19 years of age. The amount paid is based on the family's yearly countable income. Coverage under Hawk-I insurance must be renewed every year.

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State/Local Health Insurance Programs
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Regulates insurance industry in the state of Iowa. Provides consumer services for information regarding insurance companies, filing complaints, and general insurance inquiries. Also accepts and investigates reports of insurance fraud.

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Insurance Fraud Reporting
Consumer Complaints
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Offers free assistance to the public to help guide them through the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace to find and choose coverage that meets their needs with the assistance of a licensed, In-Person Counselor.

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Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
HAWK-I is a free or low cost health and dental program for children up to 19 years of age. The amount paid is based on the family's yearly countable income. Coverage under Hawk-I insurance must be renewed every year.

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State/Local Health Insurance Programs
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Peer Advocates are volunteers aged 60 and older who provide assistance to seniors, also aged 60 and older, with a variety of needs, concerns, and questions. Services include emotional support and companionship, assistance with the Rent Reimbursement program through DHHS by helping with online or paper form applications (a one-time annual program for eligible individuals), and guidance through the SHIIP program, which includes drug plan, Medicare Advantage, or supplemental plan comparisons, as well as education for new Medicare enrollees.

Can also offer information and counseling on long-term care insurance, helping individuals evaluate benefit plans, select suitable policies, or explore alternatives. While not directly providing meals, they can connect seniors to resources like home-delivered meal programs for those who face challenges in meal preparation or access. Peer Advocates also play a role in senior advocacy, supporting efforts to protect and promote the rights and interests of older adults.

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Medicare Information/Counseling
Peer Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Senior Advocacy Groups
Home Delivered Meals
Offers free assistance to the public to help guide them through the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace to find and choose coverage that meets their needs with the assistance of a licensed, In-Person Counselor.

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Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Offers free assistance to the public to help guide them through the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace to find and choose coverage that meets their needs with the assistance of a licensed, In-Person Counselor.

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Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
HAWK-I is a free or low cost health and dental program for children up to 19 years of age. The amount paid is based on the family's yearly countable income. Coverage under Hawk-I insurance must be renewed every year.

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State/Local Health Insurance Programs
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Provides comprehensive insurance counseling for Medicare or Medicaid eligible beneficiaries and their caregivers who may be new to or have questions about Medicare and Medicaid. Can also provide information and guidance to those who need assistance with claims and appeals, choosing appropriate health insurance coverage, subsidies or Medicaid to help afford Medicare premiums and copay costs.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling
HAWK-I is a free or low cost health and dental program for children up to 19 years of age. The amount paid is based on the family's yearly countable income. Coverage under Hawk-I insurance must be renewed every year.

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State/Local Health Insurance Programs
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Certified Application Counselors help clients find healthcare coverage that fits their needs.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling
Provides information and assistance to people on Medicare. Trained, knowledgeable staff and volunteers provide one-on-one counseling and information about Medicare, Medicaid, and other health insurance options depending on individual circumstances.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Medicare Information/Counseling
Medicaid Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling

Government website assisting individuals with health insurance and health care options in their state.

Special enrollment period or Medicaid/CHIP enrollment information available online year-round.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling
Health Insurance/Dental Coverage
SHIIP provides information and assistance to people on Medicare. Trained, knowledgeable staff and volunteers provide one-on-one counseling and information about Medicare and other health insurance options depending on individual circumstances.

To find local SHIIP representatives, visit https://shiip.iowa.gov/find-a-shiip-counselor

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Medicare Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Provides free health coverage enrollment assistance to people who are uninsured. Certified Navigators help consumers enroll in qualified health plans through the Health Insurance Marketplace or, if eligible, Medicaid. Navigators help determine eligibility for health coverage and financial assistance for health coverage.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling

Provides non-clinical services to help increase access to healthcare and social services. Services include referrals to rent and utility assistance, Medicaid, Medicare, and Marketplace enrollment services, and health education.

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Affordable Care Act Insurance Information/Counseling
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Provides comprehensive insurance counseling for Medicare or Medicaid eligible beneficiaries and their caregivers who may be new to or have questions about Medicare and Medicaid. Can also provide information and guidance to those who need assistance with claims and appeals, choosing appropriate health insurance coverage, subsidies or Medicaid to help afford Medicare premiums and copay costs.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Long Term Care Insurance Information/Counseling

Offers support services for older adults, services include friendly calling, home visits, shopping assistance, SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program), exercise classes, ramp construction, and garden share.

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Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services
Errand Running/Shopping Assistance
Community Gardening
Medicare Information/Counseling
Friendly Visiting
Friendly Telephoning
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
HAWK-I is a free or low cost health and dental program for children up to 19 years of age. The amount paid is based on the family's yearly countable income. Coverage under Hawk-I insurance must be renewed every year.

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State/Local Health Insurance Programs
General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

Provides health care coverage for uninsured children under the age of 19 who meet income guidelines. Once the child is enrolled coverage lasts for 12 months and must be renewed every year. MCPH is available for assistance with completing and application or a renewal.

Depending on the size of the family Hawk-I is from free to no more than $20.00 per month. Call or visit the website to apply.

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General Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Health Insurance/Dental Coverage