State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Minnesota Board on Aging
http://www.mnaging.org/
800-333-2433
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 Linkage Line
http://www.mnaging.org/advisor/SLL_SHIP.htm
800-333-2433
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.
Office of Ombudsman for Older Minnesotans
651-431-2552
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Minnesota Department Of Commerce
http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=Insurance
800-657-3602
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
Minnesota Medical Assistance
http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/groups/healthcare/documents/pub/DHS_id_006254.hcsp
800-657-3739
State Prescription Assistance Program
A program to help you reduce the cost of your prescription drugs
Prescription Drug Program-
Ceased operations December 31, 2005
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Minnesota Disability Law Center
http://www.mndlc.org/
800-292-4150
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.
Minnesota Senior Federation Metropolitan Region
800-333-2433
Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, McLeod, Ramsey, Rice, Scott, Sherburne, Washington and Wright Counties
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 V - Chicago
Campaign Manager: Greg Chesmore
312-353-1487
