You must be a resident of Massachusetts. You may apply even if you have prescription drug coverage. Also, applicants may apply as individuals or as a married couple. Program is a health benefits peer counseling service which uses trained volunteers to assist elders on questions about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Health Maintenance Organizations, public benefits with health care components, Medicaid, free hospital care, drug assistance programs and long-term health care plans. Counselors can review present coverage, provide written comparisons of plans, and protect elders from paying for erroneous bills.
Counselors are also available for homebound elders.