HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION COUNSELING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HIICAP) | OSWEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING

Provides information, education, and counseling about Medicare and other health insurances for those who are enrolled or soon to be eligible for Medicare.

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211 Central New York

Physical Address

70 Bunner Street, Oswego, NY 13126

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM; by appointment

Fax

(315) 349-8413

Fax

(315) 349-8413

Application process

Call or email for information and assistance

Fee

Donation requested but not required

Eligibility

Oswego County residents ages 65 years and older or those disabled and Medicare eligible

Languages

Interpretation services available

Service area

Oswego County, New York

Agency info

OSWEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING

Provides information and referral services to senior citizens on housing, transportation, social security, health insurance, Medicare Part D and C, nutrition, food stamps, legal assistance, and other concerns. Sponsors home-delivered and congregate meals and recreation at senior nutrition sites. Helps with fuel assistance and other programs for older residents. Case management services provide comprehensive assessment of elderly needs/circumstances to obtain in-home services, including a care plan and follow up. Health insurance counseling is provided, including assistance with claims. Legal services, such as advice, counsel, and representation, are available.