Benefits & programs · Free counseling & guidance
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Run by Local/state programs funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesWhat it is
SHIP offers free, one-on-one counseling to help people with Medicare understand their coverage and options. Counselors are local and do not sell insurance.
What it may help with
may help you understand Medicare choices, plans, and cost-saving options.
The official page
Only the program itself can tell you if your family qualifies — eligibility often depends on income, care needs, and your state.
Go to the official page ↗This is a plain-language summary of a public program, not advice and not a promise that you qualify. Programs change; confirm current details and eligibility on the official page above or with a benefits counselor.