Medicare 101 Events Coming Soon to Genoa and Freeport

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is pleased to announce two upcoming "Medicare 101" events, hosted in partnership with the Illinois Department on Aging's Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) and State Representatives John Cabello (Machesney Park) and Jeff Keicher (Sycamore). These events are designed to help local seniors better understand the complexities of Medicare and will take place on the following dates and times:

• October 21st from 11:00am-12:30pm at Genoa City Hall, 333 E. 1st Street
• October 22nd from 11:00am-12:30pm at Freeport Public Library, Meeting Rooms A & B, 100 E. Douglas Street

At these informational sessions, SHIP experts will offer valuable guidance on the various aspects of Medicare. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and gain a clearer understanding of the system, helping them make more informed decisions about their healthcare coverage.

"I strongly encourage any senior in the community-especially those feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of Medicare-to attend," said Leader McCombie. "Medicare is an essential resource, but understanding your options isn't always easy. These events are designed to offer clear, compassionate guidance so our seniors can feel confident and supported in making the best choices for their health and well-being."

This event is free and open to all seniors looking to learn more about Medicare. Attendees are encouraged to bring their questions and engage in this informative session.

"Medicare can be confusing, and I want to make sure local seniors have the tools and guidance they need to make the best choices for their health care," said Rep. Cabello. "These events are a great opportunity to get questions answered and feel more confident navigating the system."

With questions about the upcoming events, contact Leader McCombie's district office at [email protected] or 815-291-8989.