Elder Benefit Specialist Program
What is an Elder Benefit Specialist?
Elder Benefit Specialists:
- Provide benefit information and assistance to people over age 60 with public or private benefits
- Help people understand, access and apply for benefits
- Represent people when benefits are denied
How we can help
The Benefit Specialist Program is designed to help navigate:
- Paperwork
- Eligibility requirements
- Procedures
Legal Services
- An attorney is available to supervise program staff on complex benefit issues
- Staff can provide legal information under the supervision of the attorney and the attorney can provide direct legal assistance in certain situations
Medicare Part D/Drug Insurance Assistance
The Medicare Part D Annual Election Period runs from October 15 - December 7 each year. During this time people can change, disenroll or enroll in Part D plans. The Elder Benefit Specialist Program offers continued assistance to older adults and those who work with seniors in understanding Medicare Part D/Drug Insurance. Older adults who are currently on, or soon going on Medicare and have no other prescription drug insurance may want to learn about Part D/Drug Insurance. Presentations are scheduled beginning mid September at various locations and times.
One-on-one assistance
For those who need help picking a plan. This consists of individual one on one assistance and web access to compare plans. Please bring a list of your current medications. Appointments are scheduled in 10-15 minute increments.
Reservations Requested
Please call the Aging & Disability Resource Center to make a reservation or appointment for these or any other benefit issues. Call 262-605-6646 or 1-800-472-8008.
ASK the Elderly Benefit Specialist!If you have a brief or simple Medicare question, use the link above to email the Elderly Benefit Specialist. |
Medicare Workshops
Monthly workshops designed to help people gain a better understanding of Medicare are offered
Upcoming Medicare Workshops are listed on the Events Page.
The Medicare Workshops provide instruction about:
- Terminology
- Regulations
- Appeals and grievances
- Fraud
- Resolving problems
Medicare Chat Group
You may also wish to attend a small one and ½ hour discussion group to learn about Medicare options. This group is limited to 10 persons. Watch a 10-15 minute Medicare educational video then ask questions and discuss with group facilitator. Upcoming Medicare Chat Groups are listed on the Events Page.
Other Helpful Resources
- Medigap Helpline - for your Medicare Supplement and Advantage Plan questions: 1-800-242-1060
- SeniorCare - 1-800-657-2038
Useful Links
- Social Security
- Medicare
- Medicare Rights Center: Medicare can be a complex program. That’s why the Medicare Rights Center has created a short video, which explains fundamentals that everyone with Medicare needs to know.
- Wisconsin Access (apply on line for Medicaid and FoodShare)
- Employment Resource Inc. Work Incentives
