Medicare Information/Counseling | Achieving Independence and Mobility Center for Independent Living
Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) - Free statewide health insurance counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. SHIP counselors help answer questions on a variety of Medicare-related topics, including Medicare Supplement Insurance, Medicare Advantage Plans, Long-Term Care Insurance, Claims and Appeals, and others.
Categories
Physical Address
3130 Finley Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Website
Application process
(1) Call to set up an appointment or, (2) Fill out the online contact form, and a staff member will call back to conduct an initial interview (3) Once the appropriate program(s) has been identified, all program requirements, including required documentation (if any), will be discussed with a staff member.
Fee
No fees
Required documents
Photo ID; Proof of Age; Proof of insurance; Additional documents may be required.
Eligibility
Individuals 65 years of age or older and eligible for benefits under Social Security or the Railroad Retirement System, or a federal, state or local government employee insured on his/her own record or that of a spouse; Individuals who have been receiving disability benefits under Social Security or the Railroad Retirement System for 24 months or more; Individuals who are receiving regular dialysis or have received a kidney transplant due to kidney failure; Individuals who have been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease.
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language
Service area
DuPage, Kane, and Kendall
Agency info
Achieving Independence and Mobility Center for Independent Living
Provides services to those with disabilities who need assistance with advocacy, development of independent living skills, Medicare counseling, and provides information and referral to community resources.