Serving Health Information Needs of Everyone (SHINE)
- 800-243-4636
- http://www.mass.gov/elders/healthcare/shine/serving-the-health-information-needs-of-elders.html
SHINE is a state health insurance assistance program that provides free health insurance information, counseling and assistance to Massachusetts elders and individuals with disabilities in understanding their Medicare and MassHealth benefits and other health insurance options. SHINE counselors are available throughout the state at local Council on aging, senior centers, elder service agencies, hospitals and other community based agencies. Call 800-243-4636, then press 3 to contact your local SHINE Program Office