State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Rhode Island Department of Elderly Affairs
http://www.dea.state.ri.us/
401-462-4000
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 Program
http://www.dea.state.ri.us/insurance/
401-462-0524
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.
Alliance for Better Long Term Care
401-785-3340
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Division of Insurance
http://www.dbr.ri.gov/divisions/insurance/
401-222-2246
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
Rhode Island Medical Assistance Program
http://www.dea.ri.gov/programs/medicaid.php
401-462-5300
State Prescription Assistance Program
A program to help you reduce the cost of your prescription drugs
Rhode Island Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Elderly (RIPAE)
http://adrc.ohhs.ri.gov/paying/Prescription_Assist.php
401-222-2858
RI Meds
http://www.rimeds.com/
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Rhode Island Disability Law Center
http://www.ridlc.org/
800-733-5332
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.
Rhode Island Department of Elderly Affairs
401-462-0524
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 I - Boston
Campaign Manager: Carol Maloof
617-565-1313
