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Upcoming events and presentations

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Location: Samaritan Center for Health Education – 740 SW 9th St,​ Newport, OR 97365

Registration: Registeration is required.  Please call 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684​.

Description: Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes.   ​​

Location: Linn Benton Community College Benton Center, 757 Polk St, Corvallis, OR 97330

Registration: Registration required. Please call 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684.

Description: Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or ​is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes.​

Location: Online v​​ia Zoom

Registration: Registration is required. Register on the Mt. Hood Community College website.

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​ taught by trained volunteers in cooperation with Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services.

Taught via Zoom. Must have a computer with camera and microphone, smartphone or tablet to take this class. Zoom instructions will be included in your registration confirmation email. Instructor will email your Zoom class meeting link within 24 hours of the start of your first class session.

Location: Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 SW Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070

Registration: Registration is not required.

Description: Bring your laptop (or simply watch our demonstration) and learn how to use the Plan Finder tool on Medicare.gov to compare Medicare Advantage plans, Part D Prescription Drug Plans, and Medigap Plans.​

Location: Online v​​ia Zoom

Registration: Registration is required. Register on the Mt. Hood Community College website.

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 c​ourse is taught by trained volunteers in cooperation with Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services.

Taught via Zoom. Must have a computer with camera and microphone, smartphone or tablet to take this class. Zoom instructions will be included in your registration confirmation email. Instructor will email your Zoom class meeting link within 24 hours of the start of your first class session.

Location: Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 SW Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070

Registration: Not required

Description:  Are you new to Medicare, or do you already have Medicare and have questions about your coverage?  Clackamas County SHIBA Counselors will explain:

  • Medicare eligibility and enrollment
  • Parts A, B, C, and D
  • Covered services
  • Optional coverage choices
  • Financial assistance programs
  • Medicare fraud prevention tips

Location: Samaritan Center for Health Education, 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365

Registration: Registration required. Call 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684 ​to register.

Description: ​Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge abo​ut Medicare and the options available for their loved ones. Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes.​

Location: Samaritan Center for Health Education, 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365​

Registration: ​Registration r​equired. Call 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684 to register.

Description: ​Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible ​for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes.​

Location: Lincoln City Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Pl, Lincoln City, OR 97367​

Registration: Must register through Lincoln City Parks and Rec 541-994-2131

Description: Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes. Call 541-574-2684 wit​h any questions.

Location: Samaritan Center for Health Education, 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365

Registration: Registration required. Call 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684.

Description: Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes​.

Location: Lincoln City Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Pl, Lincoln City, OR 97367

Registration: Must register through Lincoln City Parks and Rec 541-994-2131.

Description: Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options availa​ble for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes. Call 541-574-2684 with any questions.​​

Location: Samaritan Center for Health Education, 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365

Registration: Registration required. Call 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684.

Description: Medicare 101 courses are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones! Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes​.​

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@odhs.oregon.gov.