The  Upper  Cumberland SHIP (State Health  Insurance Assistance Program) will host a free webinar, The ABCs of Medicare, March 19 from 9 a.m. until noon. This virtual event is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning more about the ins and outs of Medicare; whether you are a beneficiary yourself or wanting to help a loved one.

All of the basics of Medicare will be discussed, including knowing the different types of coverage, plan options, enrollment periods, and extra help programs for low-income assistance. After learning the  basics,  SHIP staff will  have a question-and-answer session where any and all questions can be answered.

SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program)  and  SMP (Senior  Medicare  Patrol) are administered locally by UCDD and cover all 14 Upper Cumberland counties. SHIP/SMP representatives provide free and unbiased Medicare counseling for any questions or abuse concerns. Staff also screen Medicare beneficiaries for low-income assistance programs. Got Medicare? Got Questions? Call SHIP at 1-877-801-0044 or 931-432-4150.

Visit  the  Upper  Cumberland  SHIP  Facebook  Page  at  facebook.com/UCSHIP or  email:

ship@ucdd.org to register or learn more.