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Medicare for Advocates

Medicare is a vital support to keep older adults healthy and independent. Learn how to advocate for increased Medicare protections and benefits, especially for low-income older adults.
This brief compiles the various positive outcomes from the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program National Study in one handy location.

5 Steps to Getting Started With Medicare

Taking the time to learn about your coverage options, estimate your costs, and talk to a Medicare expert can help you make an informed choice. Use these five steps for yourself—and share it with others who are getting ready to enroll in Medicare.


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Action Center

Your voice matters. Members of Congress need to hear from you—their constituents—on what issues matter most. Use NCOA's Straight Talk for Seniors® advocacy tool to help protect and strengthen the programs we all depend on as we age. 


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