State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Office of Elder Services
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/oes/
800-262-2232
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.
Maine State Health Insurance Assistance Program
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/beas/hiap/purpose.htm
877-353-3771
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.
Maine LTC Ombudsman Program
http://www.maineombudsman.org
207-621-1079
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Bureau of Insurance
http://www.state.me.us/pfr/ins/ins_index.htm
800-300-5000
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
MaineCare
http://www.state.me.us/bms/
800-321-5557
State Prescription Assistance Program
A program to help you reduce the cost of your prescription drugs
Low Cost Drugs for the Elderly Program (LCD)
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/beas/medbook.htm#lcd
866-796-2463
Maine Rx Plus Program
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/beas/medbook.htm#mainerxplus
207-287-2674 or 866-796-2463
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Disability Rights Center
http://www.drcme.org/
800-452-1948
Access to Benefits Coalition Members
Coalition members educate and enroll people in different prescription drug programs, including Medicare. These independent local groups belong to a national network. The agencies below serve only the areas listed.
Legal Services for the Elderly
(877) 353-3771
Entire State
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 1 - Boston
Campaign Manager: Carol Maloof
617-565-1313
