SHIBA HelpLine Volunteer

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SHIBA HelpLine Volunteer

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Through the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program you can volunteer to help people with Medicare understand their benefits and other health insurance. You can be a SHIBA volunteer if you are able to volunteer several hours per month to counsel people and attend trainings to keep your skills up to date. You must pass the certification test after you complete your training course before you can volunteer.

About this program

Through the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program you can volunteer to help people with Medicare understand their benefits and other health insurance. You can help people by phone, in person, and through group presentations. As a volunteer, you will offer information about Medicare, supplemental insurance, prescription drug coverage, and public benefits such as Medicaid and Medicare Savings Programs. You will get training, and you can set your own volunteer hours.

How do I volunteer?

To find out how to volunteer for this program, contact SHIBA.

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