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Upcoming events and presentations

All times are Pacific Time

​Location: Online

Registration: Advance registration is required. Visit the Mt. Hood Community College website to register.

Description: Medicare doesn't have to be confusing. This course will help participants understand Medicare basics and make informed choices. Topics: Medicare eligibility and enrollment; Parts A, B, C and D; covered services; Medicare insurance policies; and problem resolution. This free course is ta​ught by trained volunteers in cooperation with Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services. 

This class will be hosted on Zoom. You must have a computer, smartphone or tablet with camera and microphone to take this class. Zoom instructions will be included in your registration confirmation email. The instructor will email your Zoom class meeting link within 24 hours of the start of your session.

Location: 215 W C St, Springfield, OR 97477​

Registration: Advanced registration is required for all classes. Register by calling 541-736-4444

Description: Learn the basics of Medicare, including eligibility, enrollment, and what Parts A, B, C and D cover and cost. This is great information if you or a loved one is about to transition to Medicare, or if you’d like a refresher. Counselors from Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Assistance, or SHIBA, present this lecture.

​Location: Online

Registration: Advance registration is required. Visit the Mt. Hood Community College website to register.

Description: Medicare doesn't have to be confusing. This course will help participants understand Medicare basics and make informed choices. Topics: Medicare eligibility and enrollment; Parts A, B, C and D; covered services; Medicare insurance policies; and problem resolution. This free course is ta​ught by trained volunteers in cooperation with Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services. 

This class will be hosted on Zoom. You must have a computer, smartphone or tablet with camera and microphone to take this class. Zoom instructions will be included in your registration confirmation email. The instructor will email your Zoom class meeting link within 24 hours of the st​art of your session.

Can’t make it to a Medicare class?

Watch a video that covers Medicare options during open enrollment. All information is current as of November 2024.

 Watch this video on YouTube


Watch a video that covers Medicare eligibility and enrollment; Parts A, B, C and D; covered services; Medicare insurance policies; and problem resolution. All information is current as of December 2023 and subject to change with Medicare rules.

 Watch this video on YouTube


Oregon SHIBA offers events and presentations for groups that work with people who are eligible for Medicare. This includes retirees who want help with Medicare choices. Organizations that have found our presentations helpful include the following:

  • Hospital and clinics
  • School districts
  • County health departments
  • State agencies
  • Chambers of commerce 
  • Human resource and payroll professionals
  • Senior and retiree groups
  • Businesses
  • Oregon Health Plan/Marketplace community partner organizations
  • Other volunteer organizations

Request a speaker

Fill out the speaker request form.

Email shiba.oregon@odhsoha.oregon.gov.