State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Executive Office on Aging
http://hawaii.gov/health/eoa/
808-586-0100
Local Area Aging Agencies can be found at the contacts above, or by visiting www.eldercare.gov or calling 800-677-1116.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
SHIP offers free, one-on-one, local counseling to people with Medicare and their families.
Sage PLUS
http://hawaii.gov/health/eoa/SAGEP.html
888-875-9229
Local SHIP counselors can be found at the contact above, or by calling 800-677-1116, or visiting www.shiptalk.org or www.eldercare.gov.
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
The statewide ombudsman program investigates and resolves complaints of older individuals in nursing and board and care homes, including assisted living facilities, and advocates to protect residents’ rights and ensure quality care.
Executive Office on Aging
http://hawaii.gov/health/eoa/LTCO.html
808-586-0100
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
http://www.hawaii.gov/dcca/areas/ins
808-586-2790
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
Med-QUEST
http://www.med-quest.us/
808-587-3521
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Hawaii Disability Rights Center
http://www.hawaiidisabilityrights.org/
800-882-1057
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regional Office Outreach Campaign Manager
CMS Regional Offices play a key role in conducting outreach for the new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit. Each office has a team dedicated to helping raise awareness and educate about the new coverage. Contact the regional campaign manager to learn more about local outreach events, schedule an event in your area or request outreach materials.
Region IX - San Francisco
Campaign Manager: Cate Kortzeborn
415-744-3661
