Medical Resources

Medicare Counseling – The Council on Aging offers free, unbiased Medicare assistance through trained counselors as part of Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA). Whether you’re enrolling at 65 or exploring options as a current enrollee, our dedicated volunteers can help you understand your benefits, compare health plans, and avoid overpaying for care and prescriptions.
CLICK HERE – Medicare Counseling or call (541) 678-5483

Medicare & You 2025 Federal Guidebook – The Medicare & You 2025 handbook is the official U.S. government guide to Medicare, providing comprehensive information on benefits, coverage options, rights, and protections, with updates on changes for the upcoming year.
CLICK HERE – 2025 Federal Medicare Guide

Oregon Guide to Medicare Insurance Plans – The 2025 Oregon Guide to Medicare Insurance Plans, published by the Oregon Department of Human Services’ SHIBA program, provides detailed information on Medicare Advantage, Medigap, and Part D plans available in Oregon
CLICK HERE – 2025 Oregon Medicare Guide (English)
CLICK HERE – 2025 Oregon Medicare Guide (Spanish)
CLICK HERE – 2025 Oregon Medicare Guide (Additional Languages)

Medicare/Social Security Office Locator – Use this online tool to find Central Oregon’s Social Security offices to apply for Medicare benefits.
CLICK HERE – edicare/Social Security Office Locator

Oregon Health Plan – The Oregon Health Plan (OHP) is Oregon’s medical assistance program. It provides health care coverage for people from all walks of life. This includes working families, children, pregnant adults, single adults and seniors.
CLICK HERE – Oregon Health Plan

Behavioral Health Resource List – This page offers an overview of mental health support options in Central Oregon, including local providers, crisis lines, counseling services, and resources for specialized care to help individuals connect with the support they need. The list focuses on clinicians who specialize in serving older adults and/or who accept Medicare.
CLICK HERE – Central Oregon Behavioral Health Resource List

National Alliance for Mental Illness Central Oregon – NAMI Central Oregon provides free support groups, classes and workshops for people living with mental health challenges and their loved ones.
CLICK HERE – National Alliance for Mental Illness Central Oregon

Stroke Awareness Oregon – A nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing stroke-related death and disability through education, prevention, and support for survivors and their families. Their initiatives include the “Stroke 101” community education program, support groups, a peer-to-peer network, and resources for stroke recovery.
CLICK HERE – Stroke Awareness Oregon

Alzheimer’s Association – The Alzheimer’s Association Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter provides support to individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias through educational programs, support groups, and a 24/7 Helpline. They also organize community events, advocate for policy changes, and fund critical research toward a cure.
CLICK HERE – Alzheimer’s Association Oregon and SW Washington Chapter

Public Health Resources – Public health departments work to protect and improve the health of communities through disease prevention, health education, policy development, and access to services. They typically oversee areas like immunizations, communicable disease control, environmental health, emergency preparedness, and maternal and child health programs.