Mt. Clemens, MI - The Macomb County Office of Senior Services will offer Medicare enrollment assistance to individuals turning 65. The support, provided in partnership with MMAP (Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program), will include a series of presentations from trained, unbiased experts who will share their knowledge and offer tools to ease the transition to Medicare.
“Enrolling in new health care programs can be an incredibly stressful time,” said Sheila Coté, director, Macomb County Office of Senior Services. “Our goal is to relieve some of that burden by providing guidance and support. We know that it can be a complicated process, but we’re here to help. Our experts are skilled and experienced in navigating the ins and outs of Medicare enrollment.”
Individuals can begin the Medicare enrollment process in the three months before a 65th birthday, or in the three months after..
“There are a number of things to consider when starting the enrollment process,” Coté said. “It may feel overwhelming, and that’s why we’re offering our support services.”
The Macomb County Office of Senior Services will host several webinars for individuals approaching and within the enrollment window. Webinars will be held:
- Tuesday, February 15 at Noon
- Thursday, February 23 at 6 p.m.
- Thursday, March 16 at Noon
- Monday, March 27, at 6 p.m.
- Monday, April 17 at Noon
- Wednesday, April 26 at 6 p.m.
To attend one of the webinars, visit macombgov.org/seniors and complete the registration form. An email will be sent with login information for the presentation. Contact the Senior Services office at 586-469-5228 with questions.