State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Idaho Commission on Aging
http://www.idahoaging.com/
877-471-2777
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.
Senior Health Insurance Benefit Advisors Program
http://www.doi.idaho.gov/SHIBA/shibahealth.aspx
800-247-4422
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.
Idaho Commission on Aging
http://www.idahoaging.com/IdahoCommissiononAging/ICOAProgramsandServices/Ombudsmen/tabid/134/Default.aspx
208-334-3833
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Department of Insurance
http://www.doi.idaho.gov/
800-721-3272
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
Idaho Medicaid
http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/Default.aspx?TabId=123
800-926-2588
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Disability Rights Idaho, Inc.
http://www.disabilityrightsidaho.org/
866-262-3462
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 X - Seattle
Campaign Manager: Michelle Dillon
206-615-2368