State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/spwpd/index.shtml
800-282-8096
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 Benefits Assistance
http://www.oregonshiba.org/
800-722-4134
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.
Oregon Office of the LTC Ombudsman
http://www.oregon.gov/LTCO/index.shtml
503-378-6533
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Oregon Insurance Division
http://www.cbs.state.or.us/external/ins/
503-947-7980
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
Oregon Health Plan
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/
800-527-5772
State Prescription Assistance Program
A program to help you reduce the cost of your prescription drugs
Oregon Prescription Drug Program
http://www.oregon.gov/OHA/pharmacy/OPDP/index.shtml
877-877-7637
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Oregon Advocacy Center
http://www.oradvocacy.org/
800-556-5351
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.
Clackamas County Social Services
503-655-8269
Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington 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 X - Seattle
Campaign Manager: Michelle Dillon
206-615-2368
