Senior Network Services
Cause Area
Location
1777-A Capitola road SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
United States
Active Opportunities (2)
Dec 19
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Santa Cruz, CA 95062
The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) provides free and unbiased Medicare counseling and advocacy for seniors of Santa Cruz and San Benito counties. Medicare is a complex topic that affects all seniors living in our communities. HICAP trains individuals on how Medicare works through online training, in person meetings, counselor observations and more. -Individuals tackle the training at their own pace. The rewards are tremendous. -Seniors are so appreciative when someone can take a complex topic like Medicare and simplify it for how it can best work for themselves. The side benefit for the counselor is the exercise for the brain that is accomplished when learning a new topic like Medicare, and then learning how to explain it to others. HICAP clients include seniors from every walk of life.
Date Posted: Sep 1, 2023
Apr 15
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Dec 31
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Santa Cruz, CA 95062
We are currently seeking volunteers for our "Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) at Senior Network Services. As a volunteer, you will be trained to provide free, objective, individual counseling sessions to Medicare Benificiaries on their coverage options and claims issues. Counselors with extended training may also provide educational forums as community educators and/or Long Term Care Insurance Counseling. Your work will help low-income, vulnerable seniors access the health insurance they need to be healthy, well and safe in our community. Volunteer Qualifications: Volunteer counselors should be computer literate, have an interest and aptitude in the areas of Medicare and Health insurance issues, and the ability to communicate effectively, to provide unbiased counseling, to document clearly, and maintain confidentiality. Volunteer Shifts: Flexible shifts during weekday mornings and afternoons. Volunteers must be able to commit to a minimum of 4 hours of counseling per month Volunteer Training: To become registered counselors for HICAP, volunteers must successfully complete at least 24 hours of initial online training. This is an excellent opportunity to give back to the community while exercising your brain at the same time. Individuals approaching Medicare eligibility are greatly appreciative to counselors who help them navigate the complex Medicare system. Senior Network Services is a private, non-profit agency providing Senior Citizens and persons with disabiliteis with information, guidance, and assistance in coordinating existing resources to promote independence and the highest quality of life. Get Involved...Select the Red "Express Interest" button below **This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity.
Date Posted: Apr 6, 2023
Organization Information
Mission Statement
Senior Network Services is a community resource agency serving all of Santa Cruz County that links older adults and persons with disabilities with support services essential to their physical and mental well-being. The focus is on helping people continue to live independent, fulfilling lives at home by giving them access to necessary information and resources.
Description
HICAP Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program volunteer counselors provide unbiased counseling to seniors and their families about Medicare. Volunteer counselors are provided excellent training and end up registered with the State of California. Counselors must complete a background check and pass a privacy security training provided by the State of California. Counselors are provided resources and training that allow them to make positive impacts on peoples lives.
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