New to Medicare or helping a loved one navigate it? Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) is hosting a free “Welcome to Medicare” seminar on Tuesday, September 30th, from 7–9 p.m. Whether you’re approaching eligibility or want to understand how Medicare works, this session will provide valuable information. Call (712) 655-2072 by Monday, September 22nd, to register. Attendees should enter through the Emergency entrance and follow the posted signs.
These seminars, offered by MRHC and the State of Iowa’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), a free and confidential service, will cover Medicare Parts A & B benefits, Prescription Drug Benefits (Part D), Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare supplement insurance, and tips to identify Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse
Even if you’re not eligible for Medicare, MRHC’s volunteer SHIIP Counselor, Nancy Danner, encourages early education. “The best time to start getting information is before you actually need it, so I advise thinking about it at least 6–12 months before someone turns 65 years old,” she says.
If you are not able to attend on the 30th, an additional seminar will be held at MRHC on November 25th. Each session is held from 7–9 p.m. at MRHC and is open to anyone seeking a better understanding of Medicare.
Danner is also available every Wednesday at MRHC for one-on-one appointments. She offers guidance to help with Medicare decision-making and answers questions on benefits, plan options, and fraud protection. While she does not recommend specific plans or agents, she provides impartial, reliable information. Anyone interested in making an appointment with Danner can call 712-655-2072 or email shiip.counselor@mrhcia.com. If a client prefers a phone consultation, they may leave their number, and Danner will return their call.
