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   Medicare (Separate Website)
Overview of the Medicare program, with additional information about all aspects of the program.
By: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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   Assistance for Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries
Find out about programs to help low-income Medicare recipients pay Medicare premiums and other costs.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  

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   Medicaid Eligibility for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities (Separate Website)
The Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP and OSIPM) provides Medicaid eligibility and, possibly, a small cash supplement to people who are disabled, legally blind or age 65 or older. The OSIPM Medically Needy Program provides medical coverage to people who's income is too high to be eligible for the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program.
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   The Oregon Health Plan (Separate Website)
The Oregon Health Plan provides health coverage to eligible low-income Oregonians. Find out about this program and how to apply.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
  
   
   Oregon Health Plan - If You are Denied Services or Have a Complaint
Information about what you can do if you are denied eligibility, coverage, or services (including the failure to provide an interpreter when needed) under the Oregon Health Plan.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  

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   Your Right to Make Health Care Decisions
Information from the Oregon Health Plan Client Handbook about your right to make health care decisions, including the use of advanced directives.
By: Oregon Medical Assistance Program
  
   
   Emergency Medical Care for Non-Citizens (CAWEM)
The Citizen Alien Waived Emergent Medical (CAWEM) program provides coverage for medical emergencies (life threatening) and the birth of a child if you are low income, but not a US citizen. Call 1-800-359-9517 to apply.
By: Oregon Law Center

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   Family Health Insurance Assistance Program (FHIAP)
FHIAP is an Oregon program to help pay health insurance for eligible low-income Oregonians.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  

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   Oregon SPD (Seniors & People with Disabilities) Offices (Separate Website)
A list of DHS (Department of Human Services) branch offices that provide services to seniors and people with disabilities.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services

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   CASU - Client Advocacy Services Unit (Separate Website)
The Client Advocate Services Unit (CASU) of OMAP provides information, referral and assistance resolving problems regarding medical coverage, the Oregon Health Plan, and billing problems. The toll-free number is 1-800-273-0557.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services

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   Governor's Advocacy Office (Separate Website)
The Governor's Advocacy Office's ombudsmen provides information, referral and help in resolving problems regarding any DHS program. The toll-free number is 1-800-442-5238.
By: Oregon Department of Human Resources

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   Oregon SafeNet (Separate Website)
Oregon SafeNet links low-income Oregon residents with health services, including routine & urgent medical care; immunizations; well-child care; pregnancy tests & prenatal care; and urgent and routine dental care. Call 1-800-SAFENET (1-800-723-3638).
By: Oregon Department of Human Services

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   Rural Health Clinics (Separate Website)
A list of Oregon's Rural Health Clinics and contact information. The purpose of these clinics is to increase primary care services for Medicaid and Medicare patients in rural communities.
By: OHSU

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   Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) (Separate Website)
SHIBA volunteers help Medicare beneficiaries understand their rights and options in insurance, so that they can make informed choices.
By: SHIBA
  
   
   Help with Drug Costs for Low-Income Medicare Recipients (Separate Website)
Pfizer Drug Company has a program to help low income people pay for Pfizer drugs.
By: AARP

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   Oregon Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (Separate Website)
The Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program enables eligible members to buy prescription drugs from participating pharmacies at the State Medicaid rate.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
  
   
   Prescription Drugs - NeedyMeds (Separate Website)
Information about patient assistance programs, including Pharmaceutical Discount Cards, to help people who can't afford to purchase medicines obtain health supplies, medication and equipment.
By: NeedyMeds
  
   
   Elder Law Booklet This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
Information about legal rights and public benefits for seniors.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon  

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   If You Are A Single Person And Need Long Term Care
Some Basic Information On Medicaid.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center

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   If You Are Married And You Or Your Spouse Needs Long Term Care
Some basic information on Medicaid.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center

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