Have a passion for helping others? Volunteer to help people understand their Medicare options!

If you’re looking for new ways to stay active during retirement, becoming a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) volunteer could be for you! SHIBA volunteers make a difference in the lives of people on Medicare.

The SHIBA program is a free, unbiased, and confidential service offered through the Washington state Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

SHIBA volunteers help people:

• Determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs.
• Evaluate and compare Medicare plans and programs.
• Provide Medicare enrollment help.
• Speak with 1-800-MEDICARE on clients’ behalf.
• Make referrals to other agencies/programs.
• Collect and report possible Medicare fraud complaints.
• Make public presentations…